Ruta Sepetys

Madrid, 1957. Under the fascist dictatorship of General Francisco Franco, Spain is hiding a dark secret. Meanwhile, tourists and foreign businessmen flood into Spain under the welcoming promise of sunshine and wine. Among them is eighteen-year-old Daniel Matheson, the son of an oil tycoon, who arrives in Madrid with his parents hoping to connect with the country of his mother's birth through the lens of his camera. Photography—and fate—introduce him to Ana, whose family's interweaving obstacles reveal the lingering grasp of the Spanish Civil War—as well as chilling definitions of fortune and fear. Master storyteller Ruta Sepetys once again shines light into one of history's darkest corners in this epic, heart-wrenching novel about identity, unforgettable love, repercussions of war, and the hidden violence of silence—inspired by the true postwar struggles of Spain. (archaism)… (more)

Author Meetups are fast-paced, high-energy sessions that offer you a chance to meet 10 established and up-and-coming authors in a small-group session.

Young Adult Author Meetups include:
Tami Charles
Kekla Magoon
Matt Mendez
Daniel José Older
Ruta Sepetys
Steve Sheinkin
Amber Smith
Renée Watson
Kiersten White
F.C. Yee (g33kgrrl)… (more)

MOTHER-DAUGHTER BOOK GROUP

Our Mother-Daughter Book Club is aimed at daughters ages 13-16 and their moms. This time we’ll discuss Out of The Easy by Ruta Sepetys. Read the book together, then come ready to share your thoughts. New members are welcome. Please RSVP by calling our Downers Grove store at (630) 963-2665. SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 at 2:00 PM Bello Tea | 5111 Main Street, Downers Grove

Location: Street: Anderson's Bookshop Downers Grove Additional: 5112 Main Street City: Downers Grove, Province: Illinois Postal Code: 60515 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

Please join us for an afternoon with two favorite authors.

Ruta Sepetys - Out of The Easy

Known among locals as the daughter of a brothel prostitute, Josie wants more out of life than the Big easy has to offer. She devises a plan get out, but a mysterious death in the Quarter leaves Josie tangled in an investigation that will challenge her allegiance to her mother, her conscience, and more in Out of The Easy by bestselling and award-winning novelist Ruta Sepetys.

T.A. BARRON - The Heartlight Saga

As she travels to a distant galaxy to save the life of her astronomer grandfather in Heartlight, Kate goes back in time to a lost Native American tribe in The Ancient One, and ultimately down to the very bottom of the sea in The Merlin Effect. Weaving together mystery, mysticism, and magic, and exploring themes of mortality, interconnectedness, and the fragility of the environment, T.A. Barron’s The Heartlight Saga is a testament to the power that each of us has within us to make a difference in our world.

Location: Street: 513 Octavia St City: New Orleans, Province: Louisiana Postal Code: 70115-2055 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

Ruta Sepetys Between Shades of Gray & Out of The Easy MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 7 PM TAMPA PREPARATORY SCHOOL As part of their annual author lecture series, the English Department at Tampa Prep has invited Ruta Sepetys to speak to the students. On Monday night, they will host a discussion and book signing free and open to the public!

Location: Street: 727 W Cass St City: Tampa, Province: Florida Postal Code: 33606 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

“With a rich and realistic setting, a compelling and entertaining first-person narration, a colorful cast of memorable characters and an intriguing storyline, this is a surefire winner. Immensely satisfying.” Kirkus, starred review

“Sepetys follows her debut, Between Shades of Gray, with another taut and charged historical novel...The sensual yet rigidly class-based setting is a real standout, and Sepetys has also built a stellar cast, which includes Willie, a strident but generous madam; Charlie Marlowe, the bookshop’s owner; and a pair of potential love interests for Josie. Readers will find Josie irresistible from the get-go...and will devour the sultry mix of mystery, historical detail, and romance.” Publisher’s Weekly, starred review

Ruta Sepetys is the multi-award-winning author of the critically-acclaimed New York Times bestseller Between Shades of Gray. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee.

Location: Street: Porter Square Shopping Center Additional: 25 White Street City: Cambridge, Province: Massachusetts Postal Code: 02140 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

Join Porter Square Books and the Cambridge Public Library Main Branch for a reading and signing with Ruta Sepetys

“With a rich and realistic setting, a compelling and entertaining first-person narration, a colorful cast of memorable characters and an intriguing storyline, this is a surefire winner. Immensely satisfying.” Kirkus, starred review

“Sepetys follows her debut, Between Shades of Gray, with another taut and charged historical novel...The sensual yet rigidly class-based setting is a real standout, and Sepetys has also built a stellar cast, which includes Willie, a strident but generous madam; Charlie Marlowe, the bookshop’s owner; and a pair of potential love interests for Josie. Readers will find Josie irresistible from the get-go...and will devour the sultry mix of mystery, historical detail, and romance.” Publisher’s Weekly, starred review

Ruta Sepetys is the multi-award-winning author of the critically-acclaimed New York Times bestseller Between Shades of Gray. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee.

Location: Street: Cambridge Public Library Main Branch Additional: 449 Broadway City: Cambridge, Province: Massachusetts Postal Code: 02138 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)

FOR TEENS: It’s 1950, and as the French Quarter of New Orleans simmers with secrets, seventeen-year-old Josie Moraine is silently stirring a pot of her own. Known among locals as the daughter of a brothel prostitute, Josie wants more out of life than the Big Easy has to offer. She devises a plan get out, but a mysterious death in the Quarter leaves Josie tangled in an investigation that will challenge her allegiance to her mother, her conscience, and Willie Woodley, the brusque madam on Conti Street. Josie is caught between the dream of an elite college and a clandestine underworld. New Orleans lures her in her quest for truth, dangling temptation at every turn, and escalating to the ultimate test. In Out of The Easy (Philomel, $17.99), Ruta Sepetys skillfully creates a rich story of secrets, lies, and the haunting reminder that decisions can shape our destiny.

Location: Street: 265 Aragon Ave City: Coral Gables, Province: Florida Postal Code: 33134-5008 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)