Books

"The Giver of Stars" is a captivating novel by Jojo Moyes that transports readers to the rugged mountains of Kentucky during the Great Depression. The narrative revolves around the extraordinary journey of five women who become the Packhorse Librarians of the Kentucky WPA. These courageous women defy societal norms, undertaking the challenging task of delivering books to remote and isolated communities in the Appalachians. At the heart of the story is Alice Van Cleve, a British woman who marries an American and finds herself in a stifling small town. As Alice becomes a part of the library project, she discovers the transformative power of literature and the deep bonds formed among the women who share the mission of bringing knowledge and solace to their fellow citizens.