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24 responses to “Senior Planet Book Club: The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison”

1. Hi, Having trouble navigating book club site. Attended 1st book club zoom 1/25/24 “The Bluest Eye.” It is now 1/27/24. Wanted to suggest a book, was not able to. Wanted to vote on a book, it was too late. Was thinking about joining. Thnx

   Reply to Lee

   1. Hi Lee – Click here to vote on the books we’ll read next. We’ll announce the results on Tuesday, February 6th on our Book Club Articles page. Once you obtain a copy of the selected book, you can share your thoughts about the assigned readings in the comments section of the weekly book club article.

      Reply to Nicole Alcime

2. Where do I find upcoming titles to vote for?
   Thanks.

   Reply to Harry Cohen

   1. Hi Harry! You can click here to cast your vote.

      Reply to Nicole Alcime

3. Hello! I just joined the group today, 1/22/24. I look forward to reading the selection. I read The Bluest Eye years ago. I will look on the library app (Libby) to see if I can get a copy before the discussion.

   Reply to C.C.

   1. Welcome C.C.! We’re happy you’re here.

      Reply to Nicole Alcime

4. I’m a newbie to this group, and any book club! I bought the book, and finished reading it today. I have read the comments below about the book selection of Bluest Eye. Where/how do I find the club members’ comments of what they have read in each reading assignment? How do I know what book selection is next?

   Reply to Kay Wood

   1. Hi Kay – We’re glad you’re here! You can see what others have shared right here in the comments section. Feel free to share your own thoughts about the weekly readings here as well. Look out for the weekly book club articles to get information about the reading assignments each week, and to participate in the monthly polls where we select future readings.

      Reply to Nicole Alcime

5. I’ve had good luck purchasing used books from abebooks.com. They’re fast and, in the case of The Bluest eye, prices start at $4.50 including shipping.

   Reply to Roberta Adamson

   1. Hi Roberta – Glad to hear it! Looking forward to you sharing your thoughts about the book.

      Reply to Nicole Alcime

6. I read the book when it was first published and expect rereading it to have a much greater impact on me at this stage of my life. Toni Morrison has been my favorite author for a long time. Her creative genius made essentially educational books totally readable and riveting.

   Reply to Jennifer Hale

   1. Hi Jennifer! It’s fantastic to hear that you’re rereading The Bluest Eye with us. I’m sure it will bring a whole new perspective. We’d be interested to know what details or moments you notice this second go-around that you might have missed the first time. We hope you share your insights with us as we journey through the book together!

      Reply to Nicole Alcime

   2. Jennifer, I had read it before and am discovering much more. I believe previous discussions in this group have affected how I read and I appreciate that. I am an avid reader but had never been in a book club.

      Reply to Kathy (kacks) Johnson

7. One of my favorite books, one which has made a lasting effect.

   Reply to Janet Tennikait

   1. Hi Janet – We’re glad you enjoy the book and would love to hear your take on the story. Feel free to share your thoughts on the weekly readings!

      Reply to Nicole Alcime

8. I ordered the book as soon as I found this group, and have already started reading it. It is completely different to anything I have read, but I admit it is intriguing. Congratulations on a great choice.

   Reply to Kayne Bartlett

   1. Hi Kayne – It’s always exciting to explore something different. Great to hear that you’ve started the book and find it intriguing! Let us know what aspects of the story stand out to you. We look forward to hearing more of your thoughts as we delve deeper into the story!

      Reply to Nicole Alcime

9. Stellar selection !

   Reply to Zora Love

   1. Hi Zora! I’m thrilled you’re happy with the book selection. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the weekly readings.

      Reply to Nicole Alcime

   2. I have always admired Toni Morrison and I love her writing. I did my senior thesis on Sula, way back when, and still remember some specific images and moments of that book. So powerful.

      I’ve always meant to read the Bluest Eye but somehow have not, so I am glad this group has chosen it.

      And, lucky me! I got the audiobook from Libby and it’s narrated by Ms Morrison herself, which genuinely adds depth to the story. Looking forward to our discussion.

      Reply to Deborah Elms

10. How do I sign up for the book club?

    Reply to Natalie Butler

    1. Hi Natalie! You can join by following these simple steps:
       -Obtain a copy of the current book.
       -Read the book club article (updated every Tuesday) to find out the assigned chapters for each week.
       -After reading a section of the book, share your thoughts in the comments section of this article.
       -Finally, at the end of the month, join us on Zoom for our group discussion with fellow readers. (The next Zoom session will take place on Thursday, January 25th at 4:30pm EST. More details to come!)

       Reply to Nicole Alcime

11. Sounds like a great book club review.

    Reply to Eloise Williams

    1. Hi Eloise – Great to hear that you’re happy with the book selection. Feel free to share your insights about the weekly readings.

       Reply to Nicole Alcime