In a Field of Blue: Quill Quotes Book Club

Welcome to the second edition of Quill Quotes Book Club! Historical fiction won the genre vote and In a Field of Blue by Gemma Liviero won the book selection vote after a tie-breaking vote by Brooke and I. Keep reading for all the details on the book, where to get it, and our reading schedule! This page will be updated with links to each discussion so keep it handy as a reference. We can’t wait for our first discussion on Saturday, May 16, 2020!

In a Field of Blue: Summary

From the bestselling author of The Road Beyond Ruin comes a novel about a family torn apart by grief and secrets, then pulled back together by hope in the wake of World War I.

England 1922. It’s been four years since Rudy’s brother Edgar went missing in war-torn France. Still deep in mourning and grappling with unanswered questions, Rudy and his mother struggle to move on. When the enigmatic Mariette arrives unexpectedly at the family’s manor claiming to be Edgar’s widow, and the mother of his child, Rudy urges her to stay, hoping she’ll shed light on the missing pieces.

Captivated by Mariette, Rudy finds that their mutual loss and grief bind them…as does the possibility of new love. But Mariette’s revelations bring more questions than answers about Edgar’s death. Suspicions threaten to divide Rudy’s already fractured family, setting him on a quest for the truth that takes him from England to France and beyond.

In his search, Rudy is forced to confront the tragedies of war and the realities of the brother he’s lost and the woman he’s found. Will the truth set him free to find peace, or will it forever shadow his future?

Where to get the book?

Unfortunately, as the Covid-19 outbreak continues, some options like your local library or bookstore might be closed. On the bright side, you’ll have plenty of time to stay home and read once you get it! If you’re ok with a digital copy, you shouldn’t have any trouble getting the book, but if you prefer a physical copy, things get a bit trickier with everyone staying home and the impacts on supply chains. Therefore, we’ve set the first discussion 3 weeks out, so that everyone can hopefully get their preferred version and participate!

Digital Copy

Amazon

If you have a Kindle or like audiobooks, Amazon is probably already your go-to for book purchases. They offer a variety of purchase options and you might even get the book for free if you’re interested in Kindle Unlimited or Audible! We’ll be reading the Kindle e-book version, but all options are listed below:

• Kindle e-book (direct purchase or Kindle Unlimited)
• Audiobook (direct purchase or through both Kindle Unlimited and Audible)
• Paperback (be sure to check the delivery date)

OverDrive / Libby

While many libraries may be closed, they often allow digital rentals through OverDrive and the Libby app! You’ll just need your library card to log in. In a Field of Blue wasn’t available at our library, but hopefully you’ll have better luck.

Physical Book

Amazon is still a good option to get the paperback, but if they’re only delivering “essential items” in your area or the delivery date is too far out, you may need to look for other options. If they’re open, please try to support your local bookstore or library. If they’re closed, more book-focused online stores like BAM! or Barnes & Noble can probably deliver.

Reading Schedule

We’ve split the book into two sections and will hold a discussion after each one right here on the blog! We’re reading the book for the first time right alongside you, so hopefully the stopping points work out OK. Feel free to read at your own pace, but please avoid posting spoilers if you read ahead. Also, if you’re behind schedule and concerned about spoilers, you may want to wait until you’re caught up to join the discussion.

Last time we did 3 sections, so please let us know what you think of the change and which you prefer.

Discussion Section 1: Chapter 1 – 20: Saturday, May 16, 2020

For the Kindle version, chapter 1 – 20 ends on page 201 (50%). We’ll post our thoughts and some questions on this section on the morning of May 16th to kick-off discussion! Can’t wait!

• Discussion #1

Final Discussion: Full Book: Saturday, May 30, 2020

We’ll complete the book and begin the final discussion on May 30th!

• Final Discussion

We can’t wait to here your thoughts on In a Field of Blue by Gemma Liviero. Let’s get reading!