GRADES 6 – 8: PARTICIPANTS MUST BE REGISTERED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A BOOK & TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BOOK DISCUSSIONCalling all Jr. High readers! Our book club will dive into a variety of exciting reads, from timeless classics to the latest modern releases. We’ll explore different genres, including poetry and even some Shakespeare… maybe. Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just starting out, there’s something for everyone. Come share your thoughts, make new friends, and discover the joy of reading together.Beginning on Friday, November 21st, registrants can cometo the library to pick up their copy of Taro by Blue Spruell. The book discussion will be on Thursday, December 18th at 3:30pm. Readers that participated in the When You Reach Me discussion will receive priority registration and will receive a copy of the book at the discussion.Lost in the mists of Mount Fuji . . . but no one can escape destiny . . .Join young Samurai Taro in his quest for revenge on the ruthless warlord who killed his parents. Taro must summon the courage to face his past and seize his destinyto save an empire from civil war and become the Legend of Japan.Author Blue Spruell reimagines classic Japanese folklore in an historical fantasy adventure of warlords, swords & mythical beasts from Old Japan – an engaging tale for adults young and old – Banzai!Adopted by ghostly Yama Uba and befriended by Tanuki, a shape-shifting raccoon-dog, Taro embarks on a quest of self-discovery and revenge, falls for Kamehime, the teenage Samurai daughter of a powerful warlord, and joins the war for the Imperial throne. Along the way, Taro and his allies face fearsome Yokai – ghosts, goblins, and ghouls of Japanese folklore – while Taro struggles with what it means to be Samurai and human.