February 2026 Book, Long Bright River
Talk About Books meets every third Wednesday of the month at Guilford Free Library at 5:30. All are welcome. There is no registration required. Just let the library know if you would like a copy of the book. Long Bright River by Liz Moore, is a poignant and thought-provoking read that delves deep into the ties that bind and the forces that tear us apart. Moore’s empathetic storytelling offers a window into the struggles of addiction and the enduring hope of redemption. While it may not be a breezy read, its emotional depth and compelling characters make it a worthwhile journey. The story centers on two sisters, Mickey and Kacey, who, despite sharing the same troubled upbringing, have chosen starkly different paths. Mickey is a dedicated police officer patrolling the gritty streets of Kensington, a neighborhood ravaged by addiction. Kacey, on the other hand, has succumbed to the very vices Mickey battles daily, living on the streets and grappling with heroin addict...