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Book Clubs with Mary Ryan’s Noosa

At Mary Ryan’s Noosa we like to be involved with book clubs of any and all interests. 

 For clubs and members associated with us, we have put together a package to add to the reading enjoyment and the social pleasure of the occasion. Mary Ryan Noosa book club members can now take advantage of the following benefits; 

• A meeting place at the Sheraton River Lounge (day time meetings only) together with “Coffee and Cake” compliments of the Sheraton and Mary Ryans.
• 10% off your book club choice.
 

PLUS 

• 10% on any full price purchase at Mary Ryan’s Noosa on the day of your book club meeting.
 

We are also happy to advise on book club selection, reading guides or anything else that might assist 

So if you are a member of a book club, would like to start or join one give us a call on 5455 4848 or e mail noosa@maryryan.com.au and we would be happy to discuss it with you.  

PS – Some of our readers have expressed interest in a Crime and Mystery club – let us know if you are interested.                           

Mary Ryan's is not just about books! We specialise in unique cards for all occasions and also stock a small but eclectic range of music.

New music in stock this week - 'The Prophet', music inspired by the poetry of Kahlil Gibran, 'Jacques Loussier Plays Bach', and 'Classics for Babies', soothing music for your child.                   

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Staff Book Suggestions

Island Beneath The Sea by Isabel Allende

Isabel Allende's latest novel is a rich, exotic, and wonderfully intoxicating love story that moves between the sugar plantations of 1700's Sainte- Domingue to elegant New Orleans. It is also the story of slavery, of one woman's determination and bravery during a dangerous and brutal period in the French Caribbean colonies. I am loving this compelling and absorbing read!

The Tulip Virus by Danielle Hermans

This fiction thriller is a fascinating read, fast paced and intriguing. It moves between 1600's Holland in the grip of the tulip fever which results in greed, religious zealots and in this case, vicious murder, to present day when another murder is committed. The link is a rare 17th century book on tulips, hurriedly handed to the victim's nephew, Alec. Desperately trying to solve the mystery, Alec soon realises his own life is in danger. Good page turner!

The Stone – Cutter by Camilla Lackberg

The Stone–Cutter is another in what is becoming a long line of high quality Scandinavian crime and mystery fiction.

This novel opens with the death of a child and, in a carefully layered and nuanced manner, the narrative seeks not only the culprit but to explore the impacts and ripples that this tragic event has on ordinary lives and relationships.

From the distraught parents with hidden complications of their own to the lead investigator – battling not only a lack of talent in most of his colleagues but the difficulties of being a new parent and giving the necessary support to his partner – herself intertwined with the mother of the dead girl. 

Indeed, local detective Patrik Hedstrom “more exhausted than he had ever thought possible” is as much a new parent as an investigator and these often conflicting roles add both credibility and depth to the evolving themes in the book. 

Family relationships are central to the story and in a variety of ways fathers, mothers, grandparents and in-laws contribute to the unfolding events. 

Add to this an underlying theme involving past relationships and the way in which simmering animosities and actions fold into, and influence contemporary events. It is the bringing together of the past and present which gives this work a complex and surprising denouement. 

Lackberg is at her best mixing the dramas of the everyday with the ever present darker forces that lead to death and violence. This is a well crafted, intriguing and very, very good read. 

 This is the third novel from this writer and for those suffering withdrawal symptoms from the Millennium trilogy this may well be the next Scandinavian “rest stop” – we hope you enjoy the experience.

New Music

We are all loving the latest release by Angus and Julia Stone. Relaxing and engaging melodies make these neo-folkies a must to add to your CD collection. Along similar lines we also have new releases by The John Butler Trio, Middle East, Lisa Mitchell and Xavier Rudd.

Location - Noosa

Wellington- "Colours of Noosa". Available from Mary Ryan's Noosa

• Bay Village Hastings Street.
• Next to the Sheraton.
• Across the road from Main Beach
• 12 minute ferry ride from Tewantin
• 20 minutes from Maroochydore Airport and 40 minutes form Maroochydore.
• 1.2 hours from Brisbane
   

 

 

 

 

 

 

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