Friendly discussion of contemporary (and, occasionally, classic) fiction and nonfiction.
Named the best book of the 21st century by The New York Times in 2024, My Brilliant Friend is the first volume in Elena Ferrante's Neapolitan Quartet, which traces the long and complex friendship of Lila and Elena, who meet as children in Naples during the 1950s.
Books are available on a first-come basis at the Information Desk. You may also call the Library at 563-344-4179 to have a book signed out to you and placed on the Holds shelf. Remote attendance is possible; please register in order to have the login information sent to you. If you plan to attend in person, there is no need to register.
This program is funded by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
The Bettendorf Public Library has served the community of Bettendorf since July 12, 1955. We offer Library events for all ages, and our meeting rooms are available for public use. See more information about our meeting room policy at http://www.bettendorflibrary.com/services/meeting-rooms.
