Fiction Book Club: The Memory Police by Yōko Ogawa

Join us for a discussion of The Memory Police by Yōko Ogawa, an entrancing and haunting dystopian novel set on an island where objects—and the memories of them—mysteriously disappear. As the Memory Police enforce these vanishings, a young writer fights to preserve what is lost.
This thought-provoking story explores themes of memory, control, resistance, and the fragility of identity. A quiet yet powerful masterpiece of speculative fiction, it offers plenty to unpack and reflect on.
Come share your thoughts and dive into the surreal world of Ogawa’s unforgettable novel!