(Book Review) The Reading Group

The Reading Group, written by Elizabeth Noble, follows the lives of five women connected by the new book club they've formed.  Over the course of the year, the women read classics such as Rebecca and The Alchemist, and along the way they see their lives somewhat reflected in the stories they share.   We watch Susan, Polly, Harriet, Nicole, and Clare as they deal with new life, death, marriage, infidelity, and a mid-life crisis -- and in the process, their friendship grows.

It took a few chapters for me to truly immerse myself in this book -- with five main characters it was difficult to keep everyone straight in the beginning.  The women's stories are very real, though, so much so that I got angry in several instances -- much like I would with a friend who was making the wrong decision!  I enjoyed the monthly discussions on the books, too, although I wish I'd read them before.  The discussions are real, therefore full of spoilers, but it still made me add all twelve books to my "to read" list.

Overall I'd recommend this book to anyone who likes a good, carefree read.  I liked Noble and am anxious to pick up something else by her soon!

Rating: 4 stars Tweet