22 Feb
3:00 pm
Urban Chestnut (St. Louis)
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The concept is simple. We’re a global book club for likeminded individuals to discuss great books! All members of the book club read the same book over the same period; members then meet up in their respective cities at the end of each month to discuss the book and exchange views.
What we are reading...
The Favorites by Layne Fargo
She might not have a famous name, funding, or her family’s support, but Katarina Shaw has always known that she was destined to become an Olympic skater. When she meets Heath Rocha, a lonely kid stuck in the foster care system, their instant connection makes them a formidable duo on the ice. Clinging to skating—and each other—to escape their turbulent lives, Kat and Heath go from childhood sweethearts to champion ice dancers, captivating the world with their scorching chemistry, rebellious style, and roller-coaster relationship.
Until a shocking incident at the Olympic Games brings their partnership to a sudden end.
As the ten-year anniversary of their final skate approaches, an unauthorized documentary reignites the public fascination with Shaw and Rocha, claiming to uncover the “real story” through interviews with their closest friends and fiercest rivals. Kat wants nothing to do with the documentary, but she can’t stand the thought of someone else defining her legacy. So, after a decade of silence, she’s telling her story: from the childhood tragedies that created her all-consuming bond with Heath to the clash of desires that tore them apart. Sensational rumors have haunted their every step for years, but the truth may be even more shocking than the headlines.
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7 Comments
Hi there. I am interested in learning more about this book club in May and wondered if it is still meeting?
Hi Megan! All Gloss chapters read the same book at the same time and meet up once a month in a centrally located venue to discuss that month’s book. Here is a list of our monthly book selections: https://theglossbookclub.com/book-store/. We are always accepting new members so you are very welcome to join us! To join a book club chapter, you can visit the webpage, and click on an event under “Upcoming Bookclubs” to register for the meeting! May’s St. Louis event should be posted very shortly!
Hi Megan,
I am the new host so I am still learning everything. We will be meeting on May 19. I just sent the email to get the event added here.
Sorry for the delay.
Rosemary
Are there open seats for this month?
Hi Andra, yes registration for the event has not opened yet. It will be posted under “Upcoming Bookclubs” very shortly.
I am interested in participating in a St. Louis book club, but thought they met at the Visitors Center in Forest Park monthly. Is there other info I need to discover?
Susan St Leger
Hi Susan! The July event will be July 28, 2024 at 3:00:00 PM at Wellspent Brewing Company 2917 Olive St. Saint Louis 63103. It will be posted under “Upcoming Bookclubs” shortly.