Caroline Shockley rules the school this year as president of the University School of Nashville’s Parent Association. She has also been managing Scout, an energetic new puppy, in addition to her family. How she finds time to read, I do not know! Caroline loves a good cheeseburger and a fine red wine, though not necessarily at the same meal. Below are her thoughts on The Dinner, by Herman Koch, a book that reviewers have salivated over.
From Caroline: Named to The New York Times 100 Notable Books of 2013, The Dinner is a dark and suspenseful novel about two brothers and their wives, and the events that unfold over dinner in a fashionable
I found myself asking how far I would go to protect my children. Is letting them get away with a crime the best thing for them long term? This dark read is not for those who like a happy and tidy ending, but if you enjoy books that make you think and ask yourself what would I do, this short read should be on your list.
How can you not take a recommendation from Caroline and Jennifer! The red wine and cheeseburger are just icing on the cake!
Thanks for your delicious compliment, Ridley!!
Sounds great and just in time for a spring break read! Thanks
Dara
It’s on my list too, Dara! Thanks for stopping in at Bacon!