Discussion of the Book for May 2011

Posted by bangkokbookclub on July 8, 2011

“The Lacuna” by Barbara Kingsolver

Several members thought this book was a fast and easy read, despite it’s hefty 500+ pages, with engaging, colourful historical and fictitious characters. Some found the structure of the novel tedious (in the form of diary entries), but agreed that the observations of the protagonist (Harrison Shepherd) were entertaining and insightful, if somewhat disengaged. One reader in particular felt unable to connect emotionally with the diarist, or the characters, but agreed that the stories and situations were extremely interesting, even from a distance.

The members that were especially taken with this book were familiar with (studied, admired, visited) Diego Rivera, Frida Kahlo, Trotsky (the Russian Revolution), Mexico or historical fiction.

THE BOOK FOR JUNE IS: “TROUBLES” BY J.G. FARRELL

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