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Join us for this month’s Love YourShelf Book Discussion as we delve into "The Strange Case of Jane O." by Karen Thompson Walker, a celebrated author and winner of The Bomb’s best fiction prize. This award-winning thriller, enriched with science fiction elements, won the AudioFile Earphones Award for its audiobook version. The novel tells the spellbinding story of Jane, a young mother who experiences mysterious psychological episodes, including amnesia, premonitions, and hallucinations, as she grapples with the challenges of single motherhood. When Jane suddenly disappears and is later found unconscious in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park, her psychiatrist embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind her afflictions. What connects Jane's experiences to her past traumas, and why does she see visions of a young man warning her of impending disaster? This provocative literary puzzle explores themes of memory, identity, and the powerful bonds of love. Copies are available in regular and large print at the Adult Services Department, as well as digital versions and audiobooks on the Libby app. Join us in the Administration Office for this captivating discussion!
