Book Club...


	Keri Mueller Book Club Coordinator

Next Book Club gathering:

Wednesday, January 25th
Keri Mueller's house 6:30 pm
RSVP by Monday, January 23rd to Keri's email address
Mississippi Mud: Southern Justice and the Dixie Mafia, by Edward Humes
This is a book describing a murder that happened in Biloxi in 1987.

Dec 5, 2011

The Book Club met last week at the home of Mary Fitzgerald and discussed Katie Up and Down the Hall. If you are a dog lover, this is a good read! Here is the info for our next book club. The e-mail containing the RSVP info will go out sometime in January.

:) Keri

January Book Club:
Either Monday, January 23rd or Thursday, January 26th...date to be decided soon!
6:30 pm
Keri Mueller's house
Mississippi Mud: Southern Justice and the Dixie Mafia, by Edward Humes

This is a book describing a murder that happened in Biloxi in 1987. Here is what is written on the back cover of the book:
On a quiet September afternoon, Lynne Sposito learned that her parents, Vincent and Margaret Sherry, had been shot to death in their Biloxi, Mississippi, home. One of the city's most prominent couples -- he served as Circuit Court judge and she was running for mayor -- the Sherry's were mourned by a community. But for a stunned and grieving daughter, the nightmare was just beginning.

Racing to Biloxi for answers, Lynne found the police investigation in chaos. The only sure lead was that the Sherry's murder somehow was connected to the Dixie Mafia, a predatory band of criminals who ran Biloxi's beachfront hub of sex, drugs, and sleaze known as The Strip. Lynne, armed with a savvy private eye -- and a .357 Magnum -- set out to accomplish what the authorities could not or would not do: hunt down her parents' assassins and bring them to justice.

Pulitzer Prize-winner Edward Humes delivers a shocking and bizarre tale set against a teeming underworld of merciless killers, ruthless con men, and venal politicians. Mississippi Mud portrays how one woman's steely obsession for the truth shook a city to its foundation -- and nearly destroyed everything she loved.

This book can be found on Amazon starting at $2.86 for a used copy, or in local bookstores. It is not available for e-books.

Hope to see you in January!

Nov 4, 2011

The Book Club met last night to discuss our first book, and we have decided on the next book to read for the Nov. 30th meeting. If you are interested in joining us for this discussion, the info is listed below. This book has a short reading time, so if you want to read it, you need to find it ASAP! If you are interested in reading this book, and aren't on the Book Club list, please reply to this e-mail and I will add you to our list. In two weeks, I will send out a reminder/RSVP e-mail to everyone on that Book Club list. After this Nov. 30th meeting, the Book Club won't meet again until January. Please e-mail me if you have any questions.

Thanks,
Keri Mueller

Katie Up and Down the Hall: The True Story of How One Dog Turned Five Neighbors into a Family, by Glenn Plaskin
Wednesday, November 30th at 6:30 pm
Mary Fitzgerald's house

Amazon's Synopsis of the Book:
A personal memoir by bestselling author and celebrity journalist Glenn Plaskin, KATIE is a moving story about a man who discovers the true meaning of family after adopting a cocker spaniel puppy. Through the magnetic personality of his mischievous dog, the author soon makes powerful connections with several of his down-the-hall neighbors in a high-rise located in the unique Battery Park City neighborhood of Lower Manhattan. First, Katie trots into the lives of Pearl and Arthur, a warm-hearted elderly couple just a few doors down from Glenn. Later, John, a single Dad, and his rambunctious young son, Ryan, also move in and are seduced by Katie's charms.

All of their lives are profoundly changed as they are transformed from neighbors to friends to family, with Pearl as matriarch. The motherless boy finds a "Granny"; his Dad inherits a mother, Glenn discovers a confidante. Set in New York City, we witness nearly sixteen years of antics and family adventures spanning Hollywood high times, bad health, accidents, blustery winters, even the terrors of 9/11. Through it all, the family clings to each other, sharing a deep bond that give each comfort, support and security.

Based upon a widely-read article in Family Circle, here is an unforgettable story about the love that makes a family-one that transcends the hard realities of time, tragedy, and inevitable loss.

Sep 30, 2011

KSC Members,
I sent an e-mail to the people who had signed up for the Book Club at the Welcome Back Night. If you missed this event, or still want to participate in the Book Club, please reply back to this e-mail and I will send you the info. You don't have to commit to reading every book...just the ones that interest you! The first meeting will be Thursday, Nov. 3rd.

Thanks,
Keri Mueller