Incorrect information given-so sorry but the links that I provided are for a study guide on both Salinger novels. How do I know? I BOUGHT IT! $18 with tax and shipping.
Try this link provided by our own Julie!
www.BetterWorld.com
Better World Books collects and sells books online to fund literacy initiatives worldwide. With more than six million new and used titles in stock, we’re a self-sustaining, triple-bottom-line company that creates social, economic and environmental value for all our stakeholders.
~Julie
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Friday, August 27, 2010
Sara's Key Meeting
We met at the home of Kristi Buss to discuss Sarah's Key. We gave the book 3 out of 5 stars. I think that we mostly agree that while the non fiction portion of the story needs to be told, the fictitious part was predictable and a bit weak. Update us with some pictures Kristi!
The new book selections are:
Mrs. Perfect
http://www.janeporter.com/bookshelf/perfect.php
The Catcher in the Rye
http://www.amazon.com/Catcher-Rye-J-D-Salinger/dp/0316769487
Franny and Zooey
http://www.amazon.com/Franny-Zooey-J-D-Salinger/dp/0316769029/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1282920056&sr=1-1
Since the JD Salinger books are short stories, it was decided that we will add Mrs. Perfect as a fun read.
We will have a lot to discuss!
The next book club meeting date is September 23rd since we are going monthly! We will meet at the home of Michelle Robinson. I will email details for those who have not been here before!
http://www.janeporter.com/bookshelf/perfect.php
The Catcher in the Rye
http://www.amazon.com/Catcher-Rye-J-D-Salinger/dp/0316769487
Franny and Zooey
http://www.amazon.com/Franny-Zooey-J-D-Salinger/dp/0316769029/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1282920056&sr=1-1
Since the JD Salinger books are short stories, it was decided that we will add Mrs. Perfect as a fun read.
We will have a lot to discuss!
The next book club meeting date is September 23rd since we are going monthly! We will meet at the home of Michelle Robinson. I will email details for those who have not been here before!
Saturday, August 21, 2010
August 26th at 7PM at Kristi's Home
Book Club Meeting is coming up!
One thing that I am going to bring up is the idea of meeting once a month instead of every six weeks. If the group is up for it I would love to be reading more books. Right now I hesitate to pick up the book too soon for fear of forgetting everything for a discussion. Just a thought and it may not work for everyone but I am throwing it out there for everyone to consider.
See you soon to discuss Sarah's Key.
One thing that I am going to bring up is the idea of meeting once a month instead of every six weeks. If the group is up for it I would love to be reading more books. Right now I hesitate to pick up the book too soon for fear of forgetting everything for a discussion. Just a thought and it may not work for everyone but I am throwing it out there for everyone to consider.
See you soon to discuss Sarah's Key.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Questions for Sarah's Key
For our meeting August 26th at Kristi's home.
1. What did you know about France’s role in World War II --- and the Vél d’Hiv round-up in particular --- before reading Sarah’s Key? How did this book teach you about, or change your impression of, this important chapter in French history?
2. Sarah’s Key is composed of two interweaving story lines: Sarah’s, in the past, and Julia’s quest in the present day. Discuss the structure and prose-style of each narrative. Did you enjoy the alternating stories and time-frames? What are the strengths or drawbacks of this format?
3. Per above: Which “voice” did you prefer: Sarah’s or Julia’s? Why? Is one more or less authentic than the other? If you could meet either of the two characters, which one would you choose?
4. How does the apartment on la rue de Saintonge unite the past and present action --- and all the characters --- in Sarah’s Key? In what ways is the apartment a character all its own in?
5. What are the major themes of Sarah’s Key?
6. de Rosnay’s novel is built around several “key” secrets which Julia will unearth. Discuss the element of mystery in these pages. What types of narrative devices did the author use to keep the keep the reader guessing?
7. Were you surprised by what you learned about Sarah’s history? Take a moment to discuss your individual expectations in reading Sarah’s Key. You may wish to ask the group for a show of hands. Who was satisfied by the end of the book? Who still wants to know --- or read --- more?
8. How do you imagine what happens after the end of the novel? What do you think Julia’s life will be like now that she knows the truth about Sarah? What truths do you think she’ll learn about her self?
9. Among modern Jews, there is a familiar mantra about the Holocaust; they are taught, from a very young age, that they must “remember and never forget” (as the inscription on the Rafle du Vél d’Hiv) Discuss the events of Sarah’s Key in this context. Who are the characters doing the remembering? Who are the ones who choose to forget?
10. What does it take for a novelist to bring a “real” historical event to life? To what extent do you think de Rosnay took artistic liberties with this work?
11. Why do modern readers enjoy novels about the past? How and when can a powerful piece of fiction be a history lesson in itself ?
12. We are taught, as young readers, that every story has a “moral”. Is there a moral to Sarah’s Key? What can we learn about our world --- and our selves --- from Sarah’s story?
1. What did you know about France’s role in World War II --- and the Vél d’Hiv round-up in particular --- before reading Sarah’s Key? How did this book teach you about, or change your impression of, this important chapter in French history?
2. Sarah’s Key is composed of two interweaving story lines: Sarah’s, in the past, and Julia’s quest in the present day. Discuss the structure and prose-style of each narrative. Did you enjoy the alternating stories and time-frames? What are the strengths or drawbacks of this format?
3. Per above: Which “voice” did you prefer: Sarah’s or Julia’s? Why? Is one more or less authentic than the other? If you could meet either of the two characters, which one would you choose?
4. How does the apartment on la rue de Saintonge unite the past and present action --- and all the characters --- in Sarah’s Key? In what ways is the apartment a character all its own in?
5. What are the major themes of Sarah’s Key?
6. de Rosnay’s novel is built around several “key” secrets which Julia will unearth. Discuss the element of mystery in these pages. What types of narrative devices did the author use to keep the keep the reader guessing?
7. Were you surprised by what you learned about Sarah’s history? Take a moment to discuss your individual expectations in reading Sarah’s Key. You may wish to ask the group for a show of hands. Who was satisfied by the end of the book? Who still wants to know --- or read --- more?
8. How do you imagine what happens after the end of the novel? What do you think Julia’s life will be like now that she knows the truth about Sarah? What truths do you think she’ll learn about her self?
9. Among modern Jews, there is a familiar mantra about the Holocaust; they are taught, from a very young age, that they must “remember and never forget” (as the inscription on the Rafle du Vél d’Hiv) Discuss the events of Sarah’s Key in this context. Who are the characters doing the remembering? Who are the ones who choose to forget?
10. What does it take for a novelist to bring a “real” historical event to life? To what extent do you think de Rosnay took artistic liberties with this work?
11. Why do modern readers enjoy novels about the past? How and when can a powerful piece of fiction be a history lesson in itself ?
12. We are taught, as young readers, that every story has a “moral”. Is there a moral to Sarah’s Key? What can we learn about our world --- and our selves --- from Sarah’s story?
Friday, July 23, 2010
next meeting for sarah's key
hello fellow readers and breeders!
just sent out an email but just in case you are not on my emailing list the next meeting will take place thursday august 26 @ 7pm. can't wait!
please email me at kribss@gmail.com for address or if you have any questions.
kristi
oh, once it gets closer i will send out an email with directions to my house.
Friday, July 16, 2010
Reeders and Breeders gives "Still Alice" a rating of four stars! ****
Ladies! We have a book club officially started with two meetings under our belts! Of course we are loosening our belts after Julie's amazing and heavenly chocolate treat last night. This juggernaut can't be stopped! Our next book is Sarah's Key and the lovely Kristi will be our host. Watch for an email from Kristi on place and time!
Last night's discussion of "Still Alice" was a wonderful time. A book that most found sad at times, others found to be educational and uplifting. We assigned a rating of 4 to this book on a scale of 1-5. We are now allowing half points to our grading system.
My pictures of last night's even came out blurry probably from eating too much chocolate but I will post them here anyway!
Thank you all so much for participating when you are able to attend.
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