Typewriter Beach

Cynthia and Sarah discuss Typewriter Beach by Meg Waite Clayton. With dual timelines set in 1950s and modern day Hollywood, themes of loss, found families, and inequality are explored. Hear about the other books we've read including:Hot Air by Marcy DermanskyThe Notebook: A History of Thinking on Paper by Roland AllenWho is Government? The Untold Story of Public Service by Michael LewisThe Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night by Mark HaddonThey're Going to Love You by Meg HowreyCome and Get It by Kiley ReidThis month's cocktail should be an award winner - delicious!The Starlet4 mint leaves3/4 oz silver tequila1/2 oz elderflower liqueur1/2 oz simple syrup1/2 oz lime juice3 oz champagneStarfruit for garnish (very optional)In a cocktail shaker combine simple syrup, lime juice, and mint leaves. Use a muddler or wooden spoon to muddle the mint. Add tequila and elderflower liqueur and fill shaker with ice. Shake vigorously for 20 seconds. Strain into a glass and top with champagne. Shake up a cocktail and join us in The Reading Lounge.