Reading Group

Growing up in Edwardian South London, Alice Rowlands longs for romance and excitement, for a release from a life that is dreary, restrictive and lonely. Her father, a vet, is harsh and domineering; his new girlfriend brash and lascivious. Alice seeks refuge in memories and fantasies, in her rapturous longing for Nicholas, a handsome young sailor and in the blossoming of what she perceives as her occult powers. Katy

We have two reading groups each month in The Bookshop, usually on the second Tuesday (but occasionally on another day) at 7.30pm. Choose from two intriguing books handpicked by our booksellers leading the groups. We are open from 7pm for peaceful after hours browsing before you join us for a friendly and relaxed discussion. Admission book vouchers are £7 and are redeemable against any book in the shop on the night. Places must be booked in advance and it helps if you have read the book beforehand. Groups are held on the First and Second Floors.