This award winning, autobiographical novel takes a humorous and nuanced look at religion and sexuality. Beautifully written, the novel examines the relationship and struggles between religious beliefs and staying true to yourself.
This is the story of Jeanette, adopted and brought up by her mother as one of God’s elect. Zealous and passionate, she seems seems destined for life as a missionary, but then she falls for one of her converts. At sixteen, Jeanette decides to leave the church, her home and her family, for the young woman she loves. Innovative, punchy and tender, Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit is a few days ride into the bizarre outposts of religious excess and human obsession
As this month’s novel is quite short, we are also encouraging everyone to bring a long a book which they would like to recommend. This is a great chance to discuss what you have been reading (or not reading) over lock down and get some new reading inspiration!