September book discussion to be held in St. Marys Library
St. Marys Community Public Library is featuring Personal Librarian by New York Times bestselling author Marie Benedict in a discussion on Thursday, September 8th, 2022. We will meet from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the library meeting room. Books are available at the library for checking out and reading prior to our discussion.
In her twenties, Belle da Costa Greene is hired by J. P. Morgan to curate a collection of rare manuscripts, books, and artwork for his newly built Pierpont Morgan Library. Belle becomes a fixture in New York City society and one of the most powerful people in the art and book world, known for her impeccable taste and shrewd negotiating for critical works as she helps create a world-class collection. But Belle has a secret, one she must protect at all costs. She was born not Belle da Costa Greene but Belle Marion Greener. She is the daughter of Richard Greener, the first Black graduate of Harvard and a well-known advocate for equality. Belle’s complexion isn’t dark because of her alleged Portuguese heritage that lets her pass as white—her complexion is dark because she is African American.
“Historical fiction at its best…The Personal Librarian spins a complex tale of deceit and allegiance as told through books.” – Good Morning America
Check out a copy of Personal Librarian at the library for reading prior to our discussion.
