The Reading Den dedicate March to 'family' with 3 Bright Ideas for you and your book club.

With Mother's Day falling in March, our Book of the Moment is 'You Be Mother' by Meg Mason, originally published in 2022, which tells the story of a new mum-to-be. A heart-warming novel navigating the early days of motherhood and establishing a new family, far away from home.

Our Missed Opportunity 'The Green Road', is a family saga by the Booker Prize winner, Anne Enright with 'Dark Rosaleen', mother of four children and matriarch, holding centre stage. Recommended by Den readers and perfect for those who enjoy Irish storytelling.

Our Wild Card, 'When the Cranes Fly South' is a soul-searching novel by Swedish author, Lisa Ridzén. Set in a remote village in Sweden this is the story of an elderly man in his twilight years, with the threat of being separated from his beloved dog. Shortlisted for the Waterstones Debut Fiction Prize 2025. Be prepared to well up!

For people who love books.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​