Let's read “James” by Percival Everett

A brilliant, action-packed reimagining of ‘Huck Finn’, both harrowing and darkly humorous, told from the enslaved Jim's point of view.

“James” won the 2024 National Book Award and Kirkus Prize, and was a finalist for the Booker Prize. It appears on 33 lists of the best books of the year - with film rights acquired by Steven Spielberg.

“Genius” -The Atlantic

“Huck Finn is a masterpiece. This retelling might just be, too.” -NY Times

About the event:

You’re invited to join us 30 minutes before the event and stay for a drink with others after the book discussion.

Please read the book before attending - though we believe in the right not to finish! Completing the book isn’t a barrier to joining us, as long as you don't mind spoilers :)

We request a $3 contribution to help cover our monthly meetup platform costs of $24. Any additional funds will be donated to Amnesty International. Our conversations are lively, freewheeling, literary, and fun.