The Reading List: A Novel

Our Modern Mrs Darcy Book Club members selected this as our December 2022 read. A story of how books intersect with our lives in unexpected ways, and occasionally lead to unexpected friendships, as well. Thanks to a handwritten list of books found between the pages of  To Kill a Mockingbird, teen library worker Aleisha connects with Mukesh, a widower who wants a better relationship with his avid reader granddaughter. Aleisha shares the list she found, and the two lonely readers find solace in reading and discussing each title. Deeply moving, sad and sweet, this literary tale serves as a reminder of the power of books to heal, empower, and connect us to one another. Content warnings apply.