Mid Day Book Club -- February

About the Book: After Annie: A Novel by Anna Quindlen

After Annie by Anna Quindlen is a novel about a family's grief and resilience following the sudden death of the mother, Annie Brown, exploring how her husband, best friend, and four children cope and find a way to move forward over the course of the following year. The story is told through their memories and experiences, highlighting themes of loss, love, addiction, and the enduring power of the person who has passed. It's a character-driven, emotionally resonant story about finding hope and strength after tragedy. 

Key aspects of the novel:

• Plot:

  Annie's sudden death leaves her family (husband Bill, best friend Annemarie, and children Ali, Benjy, Ant, and Jamie) reeling. The narrative follows them through the seasons of the next year as they navigate their grief, with the eldest daughter, Ali, stepping up to care for her younger brothers and…