Book group: August 18, 7 p.m.

We'll be discussing Niall Williams, As it is in Heaven.

Summary: Time has already stopped for Stephen Griffin when he moves into the little house by the sea. Twenty-eight years old and haunted by death, the tall, awkward, shy schoolteacher is content to care for his father in Dublin and let life pass him by. Then a miracle appears: a string ensemble from Venice and, with it, a violinist named Gabriella Castoldi. Even though the worldly, beautiful musician seems incapable of giving her heart, love seizes Stephen Griffin ... unbidden and shaking every particle of his spirit. Features Williams's characteristic lyrical writing.

All welcome.

Host: Barkley Murray. Questions, need address?: susanmsterett@gmail.com

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