Join fellow Natchitoches readers for Literary Lagniappe, an evening book club with discussion guided by Marné Deranger.
Marné is a lifelong reader who collaborates with authors and publishers, reviewing new releases and helping readers discover their next great book or audiobook. You can find her at ReaderByTheWater on Instagram and Facebook.
Book: FAMILY OF SPIES by Christine Kuehn
Genre: Memoir / History
A woman discovers her quiet grandfather was actually a high-level spy for Japan. It reads like a thriller, but it’s all true.
If you enjoy memoirs that unfold like detective stories, or historical narratives that focus on the hidden home front, this one delivers.
We’ll gather for a themed meal and a focused, engaging discussion.
Marné
aka "ReaderByTheWater"
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LET US KNOW YOU’LL BE THERE BY CLICKING HERE TODAY— includes complimentary wine, and a themed dinner.
Price: $28.00 (just bring your book and your thoughts; we’ll provide everything else).*
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Natchitoches Picnic Company
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