BOOKS
June
A Crown of Ivy and Glass
by Claire Legrand
Lady Gemma Ashbourne seemingly has it all. Her family was annointed by the gods, blessed with incredible abilities. Underneath her facade, Gemma is incredibly sad. Years ago, her sister Mara was taken to the Middlemist to guard against treacherous magic. Her mother abandoned the family. Her father and eldest sister, Farrin,0ften forget Gemma exists. Worst of all, Gemma is the only Ashbourne to possess no magic. Instead, her body fights it like poison. Constantly ill, Gemma craves love and yearns to belong. Then she meets Talan d'Astier. His family destroyed themselves, seduced by a demon, and Talan, the only survivor, is determined to redeem their honor. Gemma proposes a bargain, she will help Talan navigate high society if he helps her destroy the Basks. But attacks on the Middlemist are increasing. The plot against the Basks quickly spirals out of control, and something immense and terrifying is awakening in Gemma, drawing her inexorably toward Talan and an all consuming passion that could destroy her-or show her the true strength of her power at last.
July
A Song of Ash and Moonlight
by Claire Legrand
Farrin Ashbourne has spent years holding her family together after loss and turmoil. An old curse has been broken between families, but tensions remain high. Farrin is forced to work alongside Ryder Bask as strange magicla events begin spreading across the realm
The pair investigate disappearances and weakening magical barriers while ancient powers return and a large supernatural threat grows in the background.
MEETING INFORMATION
Next Meeting: Saturday, June 20th
Time: 10:30-11:30
Where: In Adult Fiction, can meet outside weather permitting.
Mimosas and Cinnamon Rolls provided by Bodega*
*Must be 21 and over to attend
DISCUSSION
Discussion Questions
1.How did the author create the fantasy world in the book? Did they provide any maps, glossaries, or appendices to help you understand it?
2. Did the main characters have any special abilities or powers that made them unique or powerful? If so, are these powers or abilities that you’d like to have? Why or why not? What would you do with these abilities?
3.How did the author present the magic system in the book? Did they do a good job of explaining how it works and what its rules and limitations are? Did it make sense and fit with the story?
4. How did the author portray any other races or creatures in the book? If so, what did you think of their culture or history?
5. How did the author use the setting and atmosphere of the book to enhance the fantasy and mood of the story?
6. How did the author explore themes such as heroism, destiny, loyalty, or morality?
2026 BOOK CHOICES
*SUBJECT TO CHANGE PER STAFF DISCRETION.*
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BOOK
Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
A Fate Inked in Blood by Danielle L. Jensen
One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig
Two Twisted Crowns by Rachel Gillig
A Crown of Ivy and Glass by Claire Legrand
A Song of Ash and Moonlight by Claire Legrand
A Rose of Blood and Binding by Claire Legrand
When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker
Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry
Quicksilver by Callie Hart