Lunchtime Book Club
Landmark Arts Centre, Ferry Road, Teddington, TW11 9NN
Do you have a passion for reading? Then why not join us every month, when we come together in reading and reviewing a wide selection of books. Our friendly sessions are the perfect way to meet like-minded readers and discover exciting new reads. We explore short stories, novels, non-fiction, poetry, and best sellers.
Fridays at 1pm
Friday June 21st – Inheritance, Dani Shapiro
In this gripping memoir, Dani Shapiro discovers through a DNA test that her father was not her biological father. This revelation sends her on a profound exploration of identity, family secrets, and what it means to belong. Shapiro’s journey is a powerful examination of the unforeseen consequences of modern technologies and the deeper meaning of parenthood.
Friday July 19th – Tom Lake, Ann Patchett
Ann Patchett’s novel “Tom Lake” tells the story of a former police officer seeking redemption in a small, tight-knit community. As he becomes involved in the lives of the local residents, he confronts his past mistakes while wrestling with the complexities of forgiveness and the possibility of a second chance at life.
Friday September 20th – The Dance Tree, Kiran Millwood Hargrave
Set against the backdrop of the dancing plague in Strasbourg in 1518, “The Dance Tree” follows the fate of a pregnant woman named Lisbet. As the town around her succumbs to uncontrollable dancing, Lisbet must navigate a maze of societal judgment and personal hardship, weaving a tale of resilience in the face of inexplicable phenomena.
Friday October 18th – The Wager, David Grann
In this true historical narrative, David Grann recounts the harrowing tale of an 18th-century shipwreck survivor who makes a dangerous bet to save himself and return to civilization. “The Wager” is a story of survival, betrayal, and the extraordinary lengths to which people will go to honour a debt.
Friday November 22nd – Saturday, Ian McEwan
Taking place over a single day in London, “Saturday” follows neurosurgeon Henry Perowne as he navigates a series of increasingly unsettling encounters culminating in a confrontation that will challenge his beliefs and the fabric of his society. McEwan’s finely tuned prose dissects the complexities of the post-9/11 world with compelling precision.
Tickets: Advance £3.50, On the Door £5.00
Online Booking: https://www.landmarkartscentre.org/class/lunchtime-book-club/
