The Page Turners June Meeting: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters

Join us as we dive into The Berry Pickers, a deeply moving and haunting novel by Amanda Peters. This beautifully written story explores themes of loss, identity, and the long-lasting impact of a single tragic event. Set in the 1960s, the novel follows the disappearance of a young Mi’kmaq girl, Ruthie, while her family is working as seasonal berry pickers in Maine. Told through dual perspectives—Ruthie’s grieving brother, Joe, and a young woman struggling with memories that don’t quite fit—this novel unravels a decades-old mystery with emotional depth and poetic storytelling.

Through Peters’ powerful prose, The Berry Pickers examines the bonds of family, the pain of displacement, and the search for truth and belonging.

Let’s discuss the novel’s themes, its complex characters, and the ways in which history and memory shape our understanding of home and identity.

Looking forward to hearing everyone’s thoughts!

Upcoming Meetings
July 31: Homeseeking by Karissa Chen
August 28: Have You Seen Luis Velez by Catherine Ryan Hyde

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