I'm so pleased to announce that my next Book Club Girl On Air blog talk radio show will be with Debra Dean, author of The Madonnas of Leningrad. In Madonnas, Dean tells the story of Marina, who, years earlier, helped to pack up the treasures of the Hermitage as the Nazis approached Leningrad. Now an elderly woman living in America, as Alzheimers is ravaging her memory, Marina finds herself living more in the past, while the events of her current life, her children and grandchildren, slip from her grasp.
Since its publication in 2006, Madonnas has topped reading group lists everywhere. I'm so excited to have Dean on the show which is scheduled for Thursday, August 21st at 7 pm EST. The first 15 people to comment on this post that they would like to participate in the show will receive a complimentary copy of the book to read before the show. Set your reminder for the show here, and browse inside The Madonnas of Leningrad here.
I am very interested in reading this book and participating in the radio discussion. That is, unless you are looking for new/different people -- and then I totally understand!
Posted by: Julie P. | July 28, 2008 at 12:56 AM
I'd love to read *The Madonnas of Leningrad* and contribute to your discussion with Debra Dean.
I've been fortunate to participate in your calls the past few months, so, like Julie P. says, I can go to the back of the line if need be :)
Posted by: Dawn | July 28, 2008 at 06:47 AM
I would love to read and participate, too. If you're looking for new people, I would understand if I was skipped. Thanks. Lisa
Posted by: Lisa | July 28, 2008 at 07:36 AM
I would love to read and participate -- I've also been lucky enough to participate before, so I can go to the back of the line too!
Posted by: Michelle | July 28, 2008 at 08:07 AM
I love to participate in these discussions! Count me in (unless you want some new folks for the group).
Posted by: Ti | July 28, 2008 at 08:57 AM
It would be wonderful to participate. Thanks for this chance. The book sounds fascinating.
Posted by: jenna | July 28, 2008 at 09:10 AM
It would be wonderful to participate. Thanks for this chance. The book sounds fascinating.
Posted by: jenna | July 28, 2008 at 09:11 AM
Can I have a second chance? I was supposed to participate in the "Stone Creek" discussion but got stuck waiting out a horrendous downpour during my commute home! I'd really like to do this, but I will understand if you'd prefer not to include me. :(
Posted by: Gwendolyn | July 28, 2008 at 10:10 AM
Hi Jen, I would love to participate again. Thanks so much!
Posted by: Tracy | July 28, 2008 at 10:34 AM
I would love, love, love to participate! This is one I've heard so many good things about!
Posted by: Beth Docherty | July 28, 2008 at 10:43 AM
I would love to participate. I am sorry I missed the last one--I was at play, but I am going to listen to it as soon as I get my computer situation resolved.
Posted by: Kate | July 28, 2008 at 11:16 AM
I have been meaning to read this book since it came out. But like most of us bibliophile too many books and not enough time. Now, I am really obligated to read it.
If I don't get a copy I will truy to get a copy at the library.
Posted by: | July 28, 2008 at 12:18 PM
The novel is definitely one that interests me. Thanks for this opportunity.
Posted by: pearl | July 28, 2008 at 02:11 PM
Hi Jen, I'd love to participate in the discussion. I got stuck with work with Stone Creek but had sent in some questions and listened to the show later. I've already got the book coming-I ordered it the other day so skip me for that part. Thanks!
Posted by: Darlene | July 28, 2008 at 02:36 PM
Hi Jen,
I love being part of this virtual on-line book club. Please if numbers allow, send me a copy.
You always have the best "picks"!!!
Thank you,
Darby
Posted by: Darby Lohrding | July 28, 2008 at 06:41 PM
This is a great book-- I will try to listen in--I read it about 2 years ago with my little book group. We had a great discussion. I'll try to grab a copy to brush up. I highly recommend this one, and it is a quick read.
Posted by: Kiki | July 29, 2008 at 09:13 AM
I'd love to participate if there is still space available!
Posted by: Jenn | July 29, 2008 at 12:03 PM
Jen if you have an opening I would love to participate. I Loved the last discussion so much that I am actually going to use Stone Creek for an upcoming month in my book club!!!!
Posted by: Crystal Boone | July 30, 2008 at 12:05 AM
I would be very interested in participating if there are still openings. I recently reviewed the book on my blog, at www.bostonbibliophile.com. Thanks!
Posted by: marie | July 30, 2008 at 12:38 PM
I would love to participate but I think it's too late. If not, please let me know. Thanks so much!
Posted by: Kristie | July 31, 2008 at 04:38 PM