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Book Discussion

"Black Cake" by Charmaine Wilkerson

2022-10-03 13:00:00 2022-10-03 14:00:00 America/New_York Book Discussion Join us for a discussion of "Black Cake" by Charmaine Wilkerson. Books are available at the service desk one month before the discussion. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.535.9423. North Hill Branch Library - Conference Room

Monday, October 03
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-10-03 13:00:00 2022-10-03 14:00:00 America/New_York Book Discussion Join us for a discussion of "Black Cake" by Charmaine Wilkerson. Books are available at the service desk one month before the discussion. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.535.9423. North Hill Branch Library - Conference Room

North Hill Branch Library

Conference Room

Join us for a discussion of "Black Cake" by Charmaine Wilkerson. Books are available at the service desk one month before the discussion. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.535.9423.

In "Black Cake" by Charmaine Wilkerson, "Two estranged siblings must set aside their differences to deal with their mother's death and her hidden past--a journey of discovery that takes them from the Caribbean to London to California and ends with her famous black cake.

In present-day California, Eleanor Bennett's death leaves behind a puzzling inheritance for her two children, Byron and Benny: a traditional Caribbean black cake made from a family recipe with a long history and a voice recording. In her message, Eleanor shares a tumultuous story about a headstrong young swimmer who escapes her island home under suspicion of murder. The heartbreaking journey Eleanor unfolds, the secrets she still holds back, and the mystery of a long-lost child challenge everything the siblings thought they knew about their family and themselves.

Can Byron and Benny reclaim their once-close relationship, piece together Eleanor's true history, and fulfill her final request to 'share the black cake when the time is right?' Will their mother's revelations bring them back together or leave them feeling more lost than ever? Charmaine Wilkerson's debut novel is a story of how the inheritance of betrayals, secrets, memories, and even names, can shape relationships and history. Deeply evocative and beautifully written, Black Cake is an extraordinary journey through the life of a family changed forever by the choices of its matriarch" -Provided by publisher.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Writing |

TAGS: | Book Group, Book Discussion, Adult, Readers |

North Hill Branch Library

northhill@akronlibrary.org
Phone: 330.535.9423
Branch manager
Katie Hughes

Hours
We're closed Sunday March 31 due to Easter
Mon, Mar 25 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 26 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 29 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 31 Closed
(Easter)

About the branch

Life-long enrichment characterizes the North Hill Branch Library experience. Opportunities for learning and entertainment for customers of all ages abound in the library's programming - from preschool story times to family movie and craft days, from book discussions to stitching and cooking, from computer classes to GED and yoga classes. A diverse collection of books, movies, and music for all tastes and interests are available for borrowing. The library provides access to computers, WiFi, copiers, scanning and faxing.

Working closely with local organizations serving refugees in their first phase of their resettlement in our city and those working with senior citizens in the neighborhood, North Hill Branch Library continues a strong tradition of serving both Akron's newest community members and those families who have made Akron their home for generations. There's something for everyone at the North Hill Branch Library.

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