Part 2 - Up for discussion! Books Club Books for Deep Conversations

In this episode Alix and Kelly continue to discuss books that lend to deep and interesting conversations! Reading can be such a solitary experience, but books remain one of the most impactful tools in connecting with others! Let's discuss!Topics Discussed:[2:45] The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton: family secrets! Are we capable of keeping secrets? audiobook[9:00] The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde: gushing about our crush, Oscar, "what would my portrait look like?" audiobook [16:50] Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir: aliens are real (obviously), this is a MUST READ! There is so much to talk about! audiobook[26:10] A History of Wild Places by Shea Ernshaw: unique mix of genres, cults and fascinating human behavior, and missing people. audiobook [33:10] Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus: treatment of women in STEM in the 50s (cue feminist rage), privilege, reading in discomfort, and suppers at six! audiobook [42:00] The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile: personality tests, tools for relationships, and understanding motivations and weaknesses. audiobook [48:15] The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides: a gateway read into thrillers, a shocking ending, and human motivation and morality. audiobook What's New!Shop the ACOTAR Velaris Bookshelf Alley: www.litjoycrate.com/velarisNew Year Goals! Check out The Reading Journal: litjoycrate.com/products/reading-journalVampire Academy Special Edition Box Set: https://litjoycrate.com/roseJoin Us!We deeply appreciate your support in creating community around stories!Make sure to follow The LitJoy Podcast here.Subscribe to our email list at https://litjoycrate.com/podcast-emailJoin our Lunacorns private membership group at https://litjoycrate.com/podcast-lunacornsFollow us on Instagram @litjoycrateFollow us on TikTok @litjoycrateUse the code PODCAST10 at litjoycrate.com/podcast for a 10% off discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.