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Violet is a young adult serving time for vehicular manslaughter.
Harriet is a retired teacher facilitating a book club for female inmates.
Frank is a widower turned unlikely handyman at an independent bookstore in Portland, Maine.
After Violet’s release from prison their paths will unexpectedly cross transforming all their futures.
How to Read a Book is a heartwarming story about unlikely friendships, fresh starts, and forgiveness centered around the transformative power of books. A cozy story with broad appeal that would make for a good book club selection.
Recommended for fans of Ethan Joella.