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Join us for a discussion of Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik!
This month we’re diving into a richly imagined retelling inspired by Eastern European folklore—filled with magic, impossible bargains, and three women whose choices reshape their world.

What to Expect:
• A friendly, structured conversation
• Key themes: power, identity, and transformation
• Discussion of world-building, character viewpoints, and fairy-tale influences
• New members and first-time readers always welcome!

How to Prepare:
• Read (or finish) Spinning Silver
• Bring a favorite quote or moment to share (optional)

Click RSVP to let us know you’re coming.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Book Description: Spinning Silver" is a fantasy novel by Naomi Novik, set in a fictional medieval Slavic kingdom called Lithvas. The story follows Miryem, a young Jewish girl who takes over her father's moneylending business to save her family from poverty, and gains a reputation for being able to turn silver into gold, drawing the attention of the Staryk king and leading to a battle against dark forces to save her kingdom

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