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Our first book is Miss Benson’s Beetle by Rachel Joyce
(From the bestselling author of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry)
“It is 1950. London is still reeling from World War II, and Margery Benson, a schoolteacher and spinster, is trying to get through life, surviving on scraps. One day, she reaches her breaking point, abandoning her job and small existence to set out on an expedition to the other side of the world in search of her childhood obsession: an insect that may or may not exist--the golden beetle of New Caledonia.
When she advertises for an assistant to accompany her, the woman she ends up with is the last person she had in mind. Fun-loving Enid Pretty in her tight-fitting pink suit and pom-pom sandals seems to attract trouble wherever she goes. But together these two British women find themselves drawn into a cross-ocean adventure that exceeds all expectations and delivers something neither of them expected to find: the transformative power of friendship.”
Mr. B’s Emporium of Reading Delights, 14-15 John Street, Bath BA1 2JL will offer a discount so please mention Kingswood -
Mr B’s Discount Code: KWSBOOKCLUB
Hosted by Head of English, Emma Brown, and Librarian, Taryn Borys
Open to all the Kingswood Community
Refreshments will be provided.
Why Join?
This upbeat, quirky story is the perfect antidote to winter blues! Come along for an evening of lively discussion, shared insights, and a celebration of the transformative power of books.
Themes We’ll Explore
Female friendship and empowerment
Adventure and self-discovery
Escapism and purpose after loss
Resilience and courage
The importance of wonder