February 2026 reading (to be discussed first Thursday of March)

Second Meeting: The Free Negress Elisabeth by Cynthia McLeod

For our second meeting, we'll be reading The Free Negress Elisabeth by Cynthia McLeod -- a richly detailed historical novel set in 18th-century Suriname. Centered on a free woman of color navigating a complex colonial society, the novel explores questions of race, class, power, and personal agency through a vivid, character-driven story.

We'll meet in the evening at Café Bassam in Bankers Hill, a relaxed café that serves coffee and wine and is well-suited for conversation. You're very welcome even if you didn't finish every page. Please RSVP if you plan to attend, as attendance is capped to keep the discussion intimate.