Literary Escapism Book Club

When shy, bookish Bastian steals a mysterious novel, he’s pulled into the magical world of Fantastica — a land threatened by the terrifying Nothing. As he reads, he realizes he’s not just a spectator… he’s part of the story. Talking dragons, a warrior boy, a crumbling world, and one kid’s journey to believe in himself — this classic 80s fantasy is wild, meta, and deeply emotional.

Perfect for fans of escapism, childhood nostalgia, or straight-up existential fantasy drama.

We will meet at Withrow Park, I will post the exact location in the event comment section on the day off. Please bring a chair or blanket to sit on.

Announcement!

Just a quick heads-up: starting October 2025, we are moving our book club from Meetup.com over to Bookclubs.com

Meetup has been getting a bit too pricey and keeps dropping useful features, so we figured it was time to try something better.

If you would like to keep reading with us and join in on future events, just sign up for Bookclubs using the link below. It’s totally free, and we’d love to see you there!

Set in grimy 18th-century France, this twisted tale follows Jean-Baptiste Grenouille — a man born with an extraordinary sense of smell and absolutely zero human empathy.

He becomes obsessed with creating the perfect perfume… using the scents of young women. Yes, actual women. It’s dark. It’s brilliant. It’s deeply unsettling.

With lush writing, grotesque beauty, and a main character you’ll love to loathe, Perfume is a creepy, sensory mind trip that asks: What makes someone human? And what does it take to be loved?

Not for the faint of heart — but perfect for fans of morally repulsive characters, gothic vibes, and existential horror dressed in poetic prose.

Announcement!

Just a quick heads-up: starting October 2025, we are moving our book club from meetup.com over to bookclubs.com.

Meetup has been getting a bit too pricey and keeps dropping useful features, so we figured it was time to try something better.

If you would like to keep reading with us and join in on future events, just sign up for Bookclubs using the link below. It’s totally free, and we’d love to see you there!