Jordan’s Comments (group member since Dec 21, 2021)

Jordan’s comments from the Books and Brews - Leander Public Library group.

Laura I'm sorry you won't be able to meet with us again, hopefully we'll catch you in March!

I think I soiled my brain with thrillers, because this was not something I would usually pick up but I'm so glad I picked it for this month because I really enjoyed it!

I wasn't a fan of the mother period. I understand the kids had a great life growing up and all but I feel like she was being super selfish and kind of mean to Georgia. Like she should have taken her side more. I kept waiting for one of her family members to be like, no. Ben is a shit head. I cant believe he did that to you.... But in the long run I guess her mom was supposed to act as that kind of conscious in the back of Georgia's mind, like the angel and devil on her daughter's shoulder?

Still a great book though!

Jessica wrote: "What's everyone think about this one so far? I'm half way through it. Not a book I'd normally pick up, but I'm enjoying it."

I actually just finished it, and you're right, this isnt something I'd normally read but I oddly found myself enjoying it. Except Ben, Ben was a dingus. LOL

In case you haven't gotten started reading yet, or you've noticed its checked out here at the library, Eight Hundred Grapes, is able to be "checked out" on Hoopla as an audio book! You just need your library card to create an account on Hoopla and you can download the audiobook for free to your phone or preferred smart device.

Hi Laura! I'm so sorry you missed us, but we met last weekend! It's the 4th Saturday of the month. We're meeting again on Feb 26 for the next book Eight hundred Grapes

Laura wrote: "Just finished. In the beginning, I never would have thought Serge would be the most normal character. I found Paul and Claire despicable. I will say the last few chapters were the best in my opinion."

Paul is one of the least reliable narrators! It bothers me to no end that he kept saying he wouldn't/couldn't tell us things. Like the name of the restaurant, Claire's illness, his own mental illness. It almost felt lazy on the author's part. But then maybe it's to really nail in Paul's unreliability as a narrator. I don't know but I do know it was annoying! lol

Jessica wrote: "Hey Jordan, is this your first time reading this book?"

Yes this was my first time! I had such high hopes reading the summary and reviews, but still struggled the past few chapters realizing that no one was redeemable.

Just finished the book! What is everyone feeling about it? Gotta say, its so hard for me when I can't really find a redeeming quality in any of the main characters!

I'm at the main course, and let me just say, is anyone else not the biggest fan of Paul? I mean I know there is animosity there but he seems kind of petty so far. Can't wait for the few secrets mentioned to reveal themselves! Very much trying not to skip to the last page and read.

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Hello! Just want to welcome everyone to the book club and get first impressions of January's book choice! Can't wait to see what everyone thinks of the first title.