Paulette Jiles

I read Paulette’s first historical novel ENEMY WOMEN years ago. Her attention to historical detail about a dark period in our country’s history kept me spellbound. Four books later, I still forward to her new one. This one is set in the future. Perfect for a book club outing! ~~ Valerie About the Author: Paulette Jiles is a poet and memoirist. She is the author of COUSINS, a memoir, and the bestselling novels ENEMY WOMEN, STORMY WEATHER, and THE COLOR OF LIGHTNING. She lives on a ranch near San Antonio, Texas. Book: Paulette Jiles pushes into new territory with Lighthouse Island--a captivating and atmospheric story set in the far future--a literary dystopian tale resonant with love and hope. In the coming centuries the world's population has exploded. The earth is crowded with cities, animals are nearly all extinct, and drought is so widespread that water is rationed. There are no maps, no borders, no numbered years, and no freedom, except for an elite few. It is a harsh world for an orphan like Nadia Stepan. Growing up, she dreams of a green vacation spot called Lighthouse Island, in a place called the Pacific Northwest. When an opportunity for escape arises, Nadia embarks on a dangerous and sometimes comic adventure. Along the way she meets a man who changes the course of her life: James Orotov, a mapmaker and demolition expert. Together, they evade arrest and head north toward a place of wild beauty that lies beyond the megapolis—Lighthouse Island. What: Paulette Jiles will discuss and sign her new novel, Lighthouse Island. When: Wednesday, October 16, 7:00 p.m. Where: Blue Willow Bookshop, 14532 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079 Admission: In order to go through the signing line and meet Paulette Jiles for book personalization, please purchase Lighthouse Island from Blue Willow Bookshop. At the time of your purchase, you will receive a signing line ticket that indicates your place in line. A limited number of autographed copies of Paulette’s books will be available for purchase after the event. If you cannot attend the event, but would like a personalized copy of her book, please call us before the event at (281) 497-8675.

Location: Street: 14532 Memorial Dr City: Houston, Province: Texas Postal Code: 77079 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)