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Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

ATTENTION: #bookClub readers -

Here you can find an excellent interview by historical fiction author, M.K. Tod, of our Founding facilitator, Jacqueline Dubois Pasquier. It’s a good introduction to Jacqueline and an informative background to our French #BookClub.

Bonne lecture - Happy reading.

https://awriterofhistory.com/2024/03/12/books-and-friendship-without-borders/

Judy

PS: your zoom link for our EVENT in 14 hours has been emailed to you if you registered.

Do you have it?

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

#bookclub - Mona’s eyes: ACTION REQUIRED

If you haven't filled out this form, you won't be able to access the event. RSVP by completing this simple form with your EMAIL to get EVENT LINK #bookclub / online meeting

https://forms.gle/YJhKMJFGRrZVJR6Y7

French BookClub event: Mona’s Eyes by Thomas Schlesser — Friday & Saturday 16 & 17 January, 2026, depending on your location.

@everyone

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IMPORTANT ONLINE EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: Read carefully & RSVP

Our #bookclub discussion event-16 & 17 January 2026. You're invited to join us.

RSVP ESSENTIAL HERE: -> https://www.myfrenchlife.org/p/monas-eyes-important-bookclub-event

Judy

Marta Turnbull's avatar

I will be reading it in Colorado and look forward to discussing it.

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

You're on the list, Marta. I'll soon be posting a request for email addresses so I can send the online event link :) Watch out for that.

Melissa Marcus's avatar

I am planning to read it in French, bien sûr! What date is the discussion and in what time zone? Merci infiniment

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

Hi Melissa, here are the dates and time zones for our #bookclub event. Pls RSVP/comment on this article so we can count you in.

Our #bookclub discussion event-16 & 17 January 2026. You're invited to join us.

RSVP ESSENTIAL HERE: -> https://www.myfrenchlife.org/p/monas-eyes-important-bookclub-event

Judy

Lorraine Tilbury's avatar

Just received the email that Les Yeux de Mona is reserved for me at our local library in Tours 🙂🙂. I'm delighted!

DebbyR's avatar

Do you have a date yet for January discussion of this book. I don’t want to miss it. Debby

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

Our #bookclub discussion event-16 & 17 January 2026.- see all timezones :)

RSVP ESSENTIAL HERE: -> https://www.myfrenchlife.org/p/monas-eyes-important-bookclub-event

Judy

DebbyR's avatar

What is zoom sign in?

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

the online event is not open to the public. You'll need a link to get access - thats all :)

Judy

David Maserang's avatar

Hi, my name is David, writing from Texas. I enjoy traveling in France, learning French, and reading, so looking forward to reading the French edition.

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

your name is on the list David but RSVP is essential

Our #bookclub discussion event-16 & 17 January 2026. You're invited to join us.

RSVP ESSENTIAL HERE: -> https://www.myfrenchlife.org/p/monas-eyes-important-bookclub-event

Judy

DebbyR's avatar

Hello I’m Debby in central Florida. I listened to Mona’s eyes in Audible which I thought was extremely well done (in English). It was long but glorious. I bought hardcover for my daughter.

Vicki's avatar

Hello, my name is Vicki, based in the US (Central Florida), and I'm interested in joining this BookClub. I come with questions. :-) Is there a requirement to speak French? I noticed the options to read along in English or French. Also, do you know if there is a particular Substack subscription plan required to join?

Jennifer8647🟦's avatar

I just stumbled across this post and am so glad I did! After reading reviews of this novel I am so excited to start reading this!

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

Hi Jennifer - if you wish to RSVP pls do so here:

PS: if you have any questions, I'm here.

IMPORTANT ONLINE EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: Read carefully & RSVP

Our #bookclub discussion event-16 & 17 January 2026. You're invited to join us.

RSVP ESSENTIAL HERE: -> https://www.myfrenchlife.org/p/monas-eyes-important-bookclub-event

Judy

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

Hi there Lorraine Tilbury I’m writing this to make sure that you end up on the list of those reading with us

Best

Judy

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Lorraine Tilbury's avatar

hi Judy, yes I confirm that I'll join the Club; I'm on our library waiting list to borrow it as soon as it's returned. 🙂

Martin Suzie's avatar

Interesting! My French book club thru Alliance Française de Grosse Pointe is discussing this very lovely novel tomorrow. Would love to be a part of the discussion in January!

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

HI Martin

IMPORTANT ONLINE EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: Read carefully & RSVP

Our #bookclub discussion event-16 & 17 January 2026. You're invited to join us.

RSVP ESSENTIAL HERE: -> https://www.myfrenchlife.org/p/monas-eyes-important-bookclub-event

Judy

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

great Martin we look forward to you joining us. Where will you be reading from?

ILONA FOX's avatar

I will be reading in McLean, Virginia, a suburb of Washington, D.C.

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

Hi Ilona - for you...

IMPORTANT ONLINE EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: Read carefully & RSVP

Our #bookclub discussion event-16 & 17 January 2026. You're invited to join us.

RSVP ESSENTIAL HERE: -> https://www.myfrenchlife.org/p/monas-eyes-important-bookclub-event

Judy

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Thanks for letting us know Ilona

Judy

Judith Elaine Halek's avatar

I have already started it. I’m in New York City and absolutely loving it. It screamed at me when I was in a Barnes & Noble’s on Broadway and 79th St. I had no idea it was out. What a beautiful and wonderful surprise.👀🔵🔵

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

Hi Judith -> for you

IMPORTANT ONLINE EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: Read carefully & RSVP

Our #bookclub discussion event-16 & 17 January 2026. You're invited to join us.

RSVP ESSENTIAL HERE: -> https://www.myfrenchlife.org/p/monas-eyes-important-bookclub-event

Judy

Catherine Keller's avatar

I am interested in the Book Club, and look forward to reading Mona’s Eyes.

Cathy Keller

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

Hi Cethy-> important info for you

IMPORTANT ONLINE EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: Read carefully & RSVP

Our #bookclub discussion event-16 & 17 January 2026. You're invited to join us.

RSVP ESSENTIAL HERE: -> https://www.myfrenchlife.org/p/monas-eyes-important-bookclub-event

Judy

Judy MacMahon—Fondatrice's avatar

Hello Catherine, lovely to have you join us! Will you be reading in French or English and where are you based? This is such a widespread global BookClub, and it helps us know where readers are based.