Announcing My Next Book Club Girl on Air Show with DeLaune Michel, author of The Safety of Secrets

Those of you who listened to my show last week with Ann Patchett know that my next show will feature DeLaune Michel, author of the novel The Safety of Secrets. The novel tells the story of Fiona and Patricia, who meet in first grade and form a friendship that will last into adulthood. Years later, when Fiona is married and Patricia a famous actress, a secret from their past emerges and threatens to destroy the bond that has kept them close for so many years. Author Dani Shapiro said of The Safety of Secrets: "Written with tremendous narrative velocity, The Safety of Secrets is almost impossible to put down. DeLauné Michel has crafted a story that manages to be several things at once: a hilarious inside look at Hollywood, a nuanced portrait of a friendship and its secrets, and a moving testament to the powerful effects of a destructive mother."

I can't wait for this show, not only is DeLaune a wonderful writer, she also runs a series of author events in NYC called Spoken Interludes so I know our conversation will be terrific. Check out DeLaune's website and her blog, an interview with her about the novel, and the reading group guide. The first 15 people to comment on this post that they'd like to participate in the show with DeLaune on Wednesday, October 22nd at 7 pm EST will receive a free copy of The Safety of Secrets. Set a reminder for the show here.

Comments

[Michele]

Sounds like a great book that will make an interesting discussion. I'd be interested in joining if there are books still available. But if not, I'm sure I will be reading this soon as I've added to my tbr.

[Jayne K.]

This sounds like a terrific book club (as well as personal) read!!

My BFF and I just worked on our 50th High School Class reunion and had a blast!

Please pick me!!

Many thanks!

[Bonnie]

I would love to participate if you have any spots left!

[Book Club Girl]

Thanks everyone for your enthusiastic response, I think this is going to be a terrific discussion. For more on the book jacket, which Dawn mentioned, you can watch a video of the photo shoot for the cover here!: http://www.harpercollins.com/books/9780060817367/The_Safety_of_Secrets/index.aspx

[Anna]

If there are still copies available, I'd love to participate!