August Book Discussions at the Central Library

Tuesday, August 13 at 1:30 p.m. Daytime Book Discussion Group: The Mercy of Thin Air by Ronlyn Domingue. Dying in a tragic accident while in the throes of a wonderful love affair, Razi Nolan of 1920s New Orleans chooses to become a ghost and haunts the house of a young couple, to whom she reveals the mystery of her life and love.—Novelist

Thursday, August 20 at 7:00 p.m. Original Book Discussion Group: The Medical Detectives by Berton Roueche. Contains three fascinating tales of strange illnesses, rare diseases, poisons, and parasites, each tale a thriller of medical suspense. —Amazon.com

Thursday, August 27 at 7:00 p.m. Science Fiction Book Discussion Group: The Best of Frederik Pohl by Frederik Pohl. This short story collection is an excellent starter for anyone unfamiliar with Pohl's short stories. There's not a clinker in the bunch.—Amazon.com

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