January’s book club selection is “Hello Beautiful” by Ann Napolitano. William Waters grew up in a house silenced by tragedy. So it’s a relief when his basketball skills earns him a scholarship to college where he finds solace on the court and a spirited and ambitious girlfriend. With Julia comes her large family who happily enfold her new boyfriend into their loving, chaotic household.
But then darkness from William’s past surfaces, jeopardizing not only Julia’s carefully orchestrated plans for their future, but the sisters’ unshakeable loyalty to one another. The result is a catastrophic family rift that changes their lives for generations. Will the loyalty that once rooted them be strong enough to draw them back together when it matters most?
Everyone is welcome and no registration is required. Stop by the Marathon City branch to pick up your copy of the book. Call the Branch at 715-443-2775 for more information.