Book Club: Bel Canto by Ann Patchett

"Bel Canto" by Ann Patchett tells the story of a hostage situation that evolves into an exploration of human connection and love across cultural barriers. During a birthday party at the Vice President's mansion in an unnamed South American country, a group of terrorists takes the attendees hostage, including renowned opera singer Roxane Coss and Japanese businessman Mr. Hosokawa. As the standoff extends, the captives and captors forge unexpected bonds, finding common ground through shared experiences, music, and the blurring of lines between captor and captive.