Book Club
The Woodward Public Library holds a monthly adult book club every third Thursdays of the month at 5 pm in the library. The group reads books of many genres. Some have included historical fiction, mystery, local authors, and nonfiction. Anyone is welcome to attend. Books are distributed at the time of book discussion, to be read and discussed the following month. Suggestions are often welcome.
Teens at this time do not have a book club, but could be started at any time. Any teens wanting to start a book club, stop by the library and discuss your ideas with the library director.
Book Club on March 19, 2026 at 5pm
The Lost English Girl by Julia Kelley
The Lost English Girl by Julia Kelly is a historical fiction novel set during World War II, focusing on Viv Byrne, a young Catholic woman in Liverpool who marries Jewish musician Joshua Levinson, leading to family conflict, separation, and the evacuation of their daughter, Maggie, during Operation Pied Piper, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and forgiveness as they try to reunite years later. The story follows Viv's difficult choices and Joshua's journey in the RAF, highlighting the impact of war on ordinary families and the challenges of interfaith marriage.
