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== ''' We went over these items ==''' <br>
== '''Book discussion recap =='''<br>
== '''December Book Nominations ''' (winner in boldface)===
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Robert Allen was the coordinator. Leah was the discussion leader. Six people attended. Bil, Brad, Leah, Robert, Ed, Wendy
# The next meeting is Nov. 21. We will discuss ''Obscura'' by Joe Hart.
Leah says that for a young adult, it's the kind of book that holds a place in your heart. A lot of that is because the main character doesn't know what she's doing and she’s looking for a place to belong. Familiar territory for a teenager.
The story is simply written and an easy read. Some people appreciated that compared to some of our previous books.
'''Problems with the book''': the main character is a white savior, some plot elements are too easy explained away as magic, and a lack of destiny/free will because of the magic.
The book fulfills a fantasy adventure, but there is no big message. It’s not trying to tell you anything. Just a young girl’s wish-fulfillment story.
'''The YA genre''': It’s a challenge for an adult to write for an adolescent. Some do well, others don’t.
'''Verdict:''' Mostly positive
* ''House of Leaves'' by Mark Denielewski - Robert
