Literary Lagniappe Book Club

Join fellow Natchitoches readers for Literary Lagniappe, an evening book club with discussion guided by Marné Deranger.

Marné is a lifelong reader who collaborates with authors and publishers, reviewing new releases and helping readers discover their next great book or audiobook. You can find her at ReaderByTheWater on Instagram and Facebook.

Book: BEL CANTO by Ann Patchett

Genre: Contemporary Classic

An international hostage crisis slowly transforms into an unexpected, intimate community shaped by music, friendship, and human connection.

If you enjoy character-driven literary fiction, beautifully written relationship stories, or novels that explore art and humanity in unusual circumstances, BEL CANTO is a modern classic.

With Ann Patchett releasing a new novel this month, this feels like the perfect time to revisit one of her most beloved books. New readers and longtime fans alike are welcome, especially those curious about the recent author-annotated edition.

We’ll gather for a themed meal and a focused, engaging discussion.