In July, we gathered to discuss Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. We were not sure about this choice proffered by the staff at Phoenix Books, but thought it would be a good discussion since gothic novels are typically white, English, country settings and characters. Although I missed this discussion, a synopsis of the discussion was that the author gets a commendation for taking on the task of writing a gothic novel in a different setting, incorporating linguistically and culturally different characters. The group thought the first 3/4 of the novel was great, however, had a bit of difficulty with how creepy the ending was...although, that is the way gothic novels tend to end! We are hoping to see a film in the near future!
Next month is at Terry's and we are reading Night Boat to Tangier by Kevin Barry and meeting on 8/30/21.
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