Joanna Quinn's debut novel, The Whalebone Theatre , is historical fiction at its finest. We are transported to southern England off the coast of Dorset, where we meet three unlikely heroes--Cristabel, Flossie, and Digby. They are siblings who grow up against the backdrop of the second world war. Their childhood consists of little supervision, and jaunts to the seaside where they discover a washed up whale, and turn its carcass into a local theatre. The theme of overcoming trial, heartache, and loss through the escape of art is prominent. Two of the heroes become spies for England during the war, and discover their true grit. The writing is mesmerizingly beautiful. Join us for this book club chat as we discuss the merits and memorable moments of this wonderfully weaved tale.
