February Book

I was going to dissolve the book club, but was encouraged to keep it going. Thanks for the support, everyone! The February book is The Darwin Conspiracy, by John Darnton. I am very curious to see how this book unfolds, and really hope its author doesn't say anything to refute Darwin (I'd like to continue believing his theories). However, as with all books, I would like The Darwin Conspiracy to originate new thoughts and perspectives. I can't wait to hear people's opinions on this choice!

Not a Love for Me

I've got to say how disappointed I was in our December book, The Love Wife, by Gish Jen. I had such high hopes for reading a book about merging cultures (namely Chinese and Amercian) because I am of that amalgam. The characters, the writing style, Gish Jen in general, were short of the mark. It read like an Amy Tan wannabe and that description is an insult to the highly revered Tan.

OK, just had to get that off my chest!