Hello All,
On our November 14 meeting, we met at the City Line Diner in New
City. I was so pleased to see everyone at our meeting. I was equally
happy everyone loved the book. House Rules by Jodi Piccoult is a story
about a teenager, Jacob Hunt, with Asperger's Syndrome. Jacob has an
obsession with forensic science, and he is accused of the murder of his
tutor. This was an emotionally powerful story that reminds us what it
means to be different, and how one can be treated in the legal system.
Jacob's mother and brother also suffer the social and financial
difficulties of the trial.
Our discussion led us to how people with disabilities are treated
within a family and in society. We also enjoyed the style of writing
Jodi Piccoult used in this story, because it gave us the opportunity to
understand the perspective of the major characters. Finally, we enjoyed a
variety of meals from the City Line Diner. We can't wait to meet again .
Thanks --
and Happy Thanksgiving,🍁🦃
Yvette
