Discuss "Freshwater" by Akwaeke Emezi

Physical copies are available at the NBPL Checkout desk as of 5/29. Just ask for the Brown Girl Book Club book of the month!

Book Synopsis:
One of the most highly praised novels of the year, the debut from an astonishing young writer, Freshwater tells the story of Ada, an unusual child who is a source of deep concern to her southern Nigerian family. Young Ada is troubled, prone to violent fits. Born "with one foot on the other side," she begins to develop separate selves within her as she grows into adulthood. And when she travels to America for college, a traumatic event on campus crystallizes the selves into something powerful and potentially dangerous, making Ada fade into the background of her own mind as these alters--now protective, now hedonistic--move into control. Written with stylistic brilliance and based in the author's realities, Freshwater dazzles with ferocious energy and serpentine grace.

Genre: Contemporary Fiction, Magical Realism, Fantasy

Trigger warnings:

• Graphic: Self harm, Rape, Suicide attempt
• Moderate: Child abuse, Eating disorder
• Minor: Homophobia, Panic attacks/disorders, Transphobia

Location
Fable Cafe, 96 Center St, Southington, CT 06489

After 6pm, Fable operates as a speakeasy that calls itself the Underworld. The parking lot is behind the building and accessible from all 4 streets that make up the block. The back entrance has a purple light above it, but you can also enter from the front of the building. Fable has a selection of specialty cocktails, teas, and non-alcoholic beverages. Purchasing a drink is not required to attend our meetings, but is highly encouraged to support the cafe!

About RSVPs
There is a limit of 10 people because our meeting location has limited space. If you can't make it to the meetup, please edit your RSVP so others may be able to attend.