This month we will be reading, "The Bear and the Nightingale" by Katherine Arden.
The Bear and the Nightingale is a magical debut novel from a gifted and gorgeous voice. It spins an irresistible spell as it announces the arrival of a singular talent.
In a village at the edge of the wilderness of northern Russia, where the winds blow cold and the snow falls many months of the year, a stranger with piercing blue eyes presents a new father with a gift - a precious jewel on a delicate chain, intended for his young daughter. Uncertain of its meaning, Pytor hides the gift away and Vasya grows up a wild, willful girl, to the chagrin of her family. But when mysterious forces threaten the happiness of their village, Vasya discovers that, armed only with the necklace, she may be the only one who can keep the darkness at bay.
How it Works?
Books & Banter meets monthly at 5:30pm. Books will be available at the library circulation desk in mid-November. If you would like an alternative format (large print, audio CD), please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.
We want to hear from you! Fill out this reader survey to choose the monthly book themes for February, March, and April! https://forms.gle/ZpgjEN7Q4yN5uZro8
And choose the February book pick! https://forms.gle/ooHNoX9oMvGYzrPm6
If you have questions or would like to be added to the Books & Banter email list, contact Rebecca at renman@peterboroughnh.gov or call the Help Desk: 603-924-8040.
All are welcome to our discussions!
Peterborough Town Library, located downtown at the corner of Main and Concord/Rt 202, has a large meeting room, study rooms, classroom, and a board room available to the public.
