Discuss "Immaculate Conception" by Ling Ling Huang

Join us to discuss Immaculate Conception by Ling Ling Huang!

As always, you are welcome to attend even if you haven't finished the book. In addition to discussing the book, my hope is that this group will serve as a community for BIPOC and allies who love to read diversely, so please feel free to come chat and mingle!

Book Synopsis:
What if you could enter the mind of the person you love the most?

Enka meets Mathilde in art school and is instantly drawn to her. Mathilde makes art that feels truly original, and Enka—trying hard to prove herself in this fiercely competitive world—pours everything into their friendship. But when Mathilde’s fame and success cause her to begin drifting away, Enka becomes desperate to keep her close.

Enter SCAFFOLD. Purported to enhance empathy, this cutting-edge technology could allow Enka to inhabit Mathilde’s mind and access her memories, artistic inspirations, and deep-seated trauma. Undergoing this procedure would link Enka and Mathilde forever. But at what cost?

Blisteringly smart, thought-provoking, and shocking, Immaculate Conception offers us a portrait of close friendship—achingly tender and twisted—that captures the tenuous line between love and possession that will haunt you long after you turn the final page.

Genre:
Science Fiction, Horror, Literary

Trigger warnings:

• Graphic: Child death, Toxic friendship, Grief
• Moderate: Sexual assault, Mental illness, Pedophilia
• Minor: Infertility, Child abuse, Death of a parent

Physical Copies:
Physical copies will be available at the New Britain Public Library (NBPL) Checkout desk by 5/30.

Just ask for the Brown Girl Book Club book of the month! You can use any CT state library card, or apply for a New Britain library card for free.

Meeting Location:
Alvarium Roasting Company
365 John Downey Dr, New Britain, CT 06051

Parking is available onsite. I will let you know which Suite (A or B) we'll be in day of. If you have any trouble finding us, please DM me on Meetup.

Upcoming Books:
July 2026: In the Time of Butterflies by Julia Alvarez