Get ready for a delightful literary journey filled with engaging discussions, warm company. You may purchase a Good Stuff to take home at a discounted price. Our bookclub is a celebration of stories, ideas, and the joy of reading, and we can't wait to share this experience with you.

$5 or $10 from each attendee (based off of what you purchase) will be donated to charity: water.

Date: Monday, July 27th

Time: 6:30 pm

Length: 1-2 hours

Location: Sonder Bakehouse

After Tova Sullivan's husband died, she began working the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, mopping floors and tidying up. Keeping busy has always helped her cope, which she's been doing since her eighteen-year-old son, Erik, mysteriously vanished on a boat in Puget Sound over thirty years ago.

Tova becomes acquainted with curmudgeonly Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus living at the aquarium. Marcellus knows more than anyone can imagine but wouldn't dream of lifting one of his eight arms for his human captors--until he forms a remarkable friendship with Tova.

Ever the detective, Marcellus deduces what happened the night Tova's son disappeared. And now Marcellus must use every trick his old invertebrate body can muster to unearth the truth for her before it's too late.

Shelby Van Pelt's debut novel is a gentle reminder that sometimes taking a hard look at the past can help uncover a future that once felt impossible.

Each attendee must purchase (or borrow!) and read the entire book before we meet. Our discussion will be led by Jordyn Roesler, who brings a passion for literature that will add an exciting dimension to our discussions. Her insights are sure to spark thought-provoking conversations that will leave us all pondering long after the meeting ends.

Each attendee will receive the option to purchase a good stuff to take home. It's our way of adding a touch of sweetness to your reading journey. Additionally, a range of beverages will be provided to keep us refreshed and energized throughout the discussion.

Whether you're a casual reader or a devoted bookworm, the Bakehouse Bookclub welcomes all who have a love for the written word. We believe that stories have the power to bring people together and ignite meaningful conversations, and we're excited to create a space where these connections can flourish.