About us
Do you love to read thought provoking books? Does the thought of discussing them over a glass of fine wine fill you with joy and a sense that all is right with the world? Well we may be the group for you!
We are a welcoming group of individuals who meet each month to discuss, debate, laugh and share meaningful insights about our book of the month. Our members submit intriguing fictional and non-fictional book suggestions (recent releases as well as an occasional classic ) and new members often comment on how much they love our lineup. We also try to do a monthly social get together to promote friendship within the group. The people who join are bright, witty and have so many insights to share that it's a shame to limit our get togethers to just the book club.
Our meetup place of choice is Roberto's Ristorante at 483 Spring Rd. in Elmhurst. The wine, the small plates and the atmosphere, along with our monthly book discussions are truly to be savored.
We look forward to having new members join us!
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The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
Roberto's Ristorante, 483 Spring Road, (1 1/2 blocks south of St.. Charles Rd.), Elmhurst, IL, USPlease join your book club friends at Roberto's Ristorante in Elmhurst to discuss the critically acclaimed book The Correspondent by Virginia Evans.
NOTE: This is an extremely popular book. If you are planning to borrow this book from the library, it is important that you place your request ASAP. Also, if you enjoy listening to books, there are comments that the audiobook for this book is very good.
The Correspondent has been widely lauded as a compelling, character-driven debut novel and received significant "word-of-mouth recommendations" and substantial praise from the respected writer, Ann Patchett, for the authors' ability to create a complex, memorable main character entirely through letters and emails.
Newcomers are always welcome at our gatherings. Not a member yet? Go ahead and join our group and take advantage of the opportunity to discuss fascinating books with interesting people!
NOTE: Roberto's requires a $25 minimum food/beverage purchase.
Parking is available either 1) on the street, 2) in a lot behind the restaurant via the alley, or 3) in a lot across the street from the front of the restaurant.
For a look at Roberto's wine, dinner, and snack menus, link to:
https://www.robertosristorante.com/12 attendeesMoonglow by Michael Chabon
Roberto's Ristorante, 483 Spring Road, (1 1/2 blocks south of St.. Charles Rd.), Elmhurst, IL, USPlease join your book club friends at Roberto's Ristorante in Elmhurst to discuss the poignant book Moonglow by Michael Chabon.
This novel is framed as a fictionalized memoir of the author's dying grandfather, who, under the influence of painkillers, reveals his colorful, adventurous, and often tragic life in the 20th century. The story blends real historical events and people, with invented narratives, exploring themes of love, suffering, morality, family, and the complex legacy of the Holocaust and post-war America.
Chabon was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 2001 for his superb novel The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay.
Newcomers are always welcome at our gatherings. Not a member yet? Go ahead and join our group and take advantage of the opportunity to discuss fascinating books with interesting people!
NOTE: Roberto's requires a $25 minimum food/beverage purchase.
Parking is available either 1) on the street, 2) in a lot behind the restaurant via the alley, or 3) in a lot across the street from the front of the restaurant.
For a look at Roberto's wine, dinner, and snack menus, link to:
https://www.robertosristorante.com/9 attendees
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