In the Shadow of the Yali by Suat Dervis. Set in a changing Istanbul, this rediscovered 1940s classic from a pioneering Turkish author tells the story of a forbidden love and its consequences. Raised by her grandmother in one of the famed yalıs, elegant yet crumbling, that line the Bosphorus, Celile occupies a unique… Read More »Book Club – July 12, 2024
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid From the author of Daisy Jones & The Six in which a legendary film actress reflects on her relentless rise to the top and the risks she took, the loves she lost, and the long-held secrets the public could never imagine. Aging and reclusive Hollywood movie… Read More »Book Club – September 26, 2024
Orbital, by Samantha Harvey. This book was chosen by Sue Druce. We will be meeting at Sue's flat in St Albans. Orbital by Samantha Harvey is a novel that follows six astronauts on the International Space Station as they orbit Earth: Setting The story takes place over the course of a day as the astronauts circle… Read More »Book Club – October 25th, 2024
In 1985 devoted father Bill Furlong discovers disturbing secrets kept by the local convent and uncovers shocking truths of his own.
We will be reading 'The Postcard' by Anne Berest. Sarah-Jane recommended this book. The provisional venue is Laura's house in Dane End. In January 2003, the Berest family receive a mysterious, unsigned postcard. On one side was an image of the Opéra Garnier; on the other, the names of their relatives who were killed… Read More »Book Club – December 6th, 2024
The annual American Club of Hertfordshire Christmas party will be held at Mary and Ken's house .
The Annual General Meeting for 2025 will take place on Thursday, January 16th, at 7,00 pm. Our President, Ann Chappell, will chair the meeting. Note, however, that the meeting will be held at Mary and Ken's house. This is because Ann is still 'moving in' to her apartment and does not have enough chairs for… Read More »Annual General Meeting – 7.00 pm January 16th 2025 – Gilhooly house
At this meeting of the ACH Book Club, two books will be discussed: (1) I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings, by Maya Angelou (2) Their Eyes Were Watching God, by Zora Neale Hurston Summary - I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings One of America's most important classics, the first and best loved volume… Read More »Book Club – January 30th – Evening 7.00 pm
