We are seven handsome and charming* guys who meet at a different restaurant every month or so, having read a book in common, and discuss whatever we want--generally the assigned book, but usually many other timely topics as well. We rotate the responsibility to suggest titles, but the group has the final say. Our book club rules: 1) Anything goes, fiction or nonfiction; 2) paperbacks are preferred; and 3) staying under 300 pages is desirable (N.B., we violate this one all the time). We rate all books and restaurants on a 5-point scale.

* All other adjectives were vetoed.

June 4, 2014

Passage of Power by Robert Caro (Lake and Irving)

Lake and Irving turned out to be a winner.  Despite a small menu, everyone was happy with their dinner selections, the service was good, and the parking generous.  We had a relatively quiet corner for most of the evening and that facilitated a lively discussion about travel to Arkansas, the upcoming election, state politics, etc.  The book, Passage of Power, was mostly praised, especially for the depth of Caro's research and the unveiling of previously unknown, and revealing, insights into the characters of LBJ and the Kennedys.  The story of the LBJ/RFK feud was particularly riveting. Next month, we'll read Listening Is an Act of Love, by David Isay.  Other books considered were Sandy Tolan, Lemon Tree, and Pearl Buck, A House Divided.  We'll meet on July 2 and Don will suggest the next book.
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