MORNING BOOK

We are meeting on Monday, June 3, at Michigan Park to discuss The Only Woman in the Room, by Marie Benedict.  Bestselling author Marie Benedict reveals the story of a brilliant woman scientist only remembered for her beauty.  Her beauty almost certainly saved her from the rising Nazi party and led to marriage with an Austrian arms dealer. Underestimated in everything else, she overheard the Third Reich’s plans while at her husband’s side and understood more than anyone would guess. She devised a plan to flee in disguise from their castle, and the whirlwind escape landed her in Hollywood. She became Hedy Lamarr, screen star.  But she kept a secret more shocking than her heritage or her marriage: she was a scientist. And she had an idea that might help the country fight the Nazis.

Our last meeting for this year will be on Monday, July 22, discussing Lady Tan’s Circle of Women, by Lisa See.  Paula Ocampo and Sheryl Crockey will share discussion leadership. The meeting starts at 10AM at Ann Topjon’s, 5654 Palm Ave., Whittier.  Linda Harris will provide refreshments.  A Zoom link will be provided a few days beforehand for those unable to attend in person.

Ann Topjon, Chair     562-665-1724