The Rent Collector

Our new book pick is The Rent Collector by Cameron Wright.  Alecia picked this book and will be leading our discussion.  We will also discuss last month's book, The Prodigal Son and Dari will lead that discussion.

Here is some information about our new book pick, The Rent Collector:

This fictional story, based on actual accounts, follows a Cambodian family that lives at--and makes their living from--Stung Meanchey, the largest municipal waste dump in all of Cambodia. as her husband scavenge the dump for things to sell, Sang Ly tries to find a way to heal her ailing son. When she discovers that the bad-tempered rent collector can read, Sang LY begs the woman to teach her. The unlikely relationship is the beginning of a life-changing quest. It is a story of hope, determination, and the strength of family. It is the journey of one woman to save her son and another womans chance at redemption. It demonstrates that even in a dump in Cambodia--perhaps especially in a dump in Cambodia--everyone deserves a second chance.

Hope to see you all at our book discussion.  7pm at Debby's house on Tuesday April 21st.
Debby has a copy of the book if anyone would like to borrow it.