Name: Fiction Book Club: "Frenchman's Creek" by Daphne du Maurier
Start: 2026-05-13T00:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-05-13T00:30:00.000Z
Location: Unabridged Bookstore

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Unabridged's Fiction Book Club digs into du Maurier's swashbuckling romance—a novel that's equal parts Gothic intrigue and queer subtext. If you've been meaning to revisit du Maurier or discover why this book still hits, this is your crowd: thoughtful readers who actually want to talk about what they've read.

Fiction Book Club: "Frenchman's Creek" by Daphne du Maurier

On Tuesday, May 12th at 7:30 PM, Unabridged's Fiction Book Club digs into du Maurier's swashbuckling romance—a novel that's equal parts Gothic intrigue and queer subtext. If...

Unabridged's Fiction Book Club digs into du Maurier's swashbuckling romance—a novel that's equal parts Gothic intrigue and queer subtext. If you've been meaning to revisit du Maurier or discover why t...

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Unabridged's Fiction Book Club digs into du Maurier's swashbuckling romance—a novel that's equal parts Gothic intrigue and queer subtext. If you've been meaning...

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Fiction Book Club: "Frenchman's Creek" by Daphne du Maurier - May 12, 2026 - Unabridged Bookstore

Unabridged Books, Inc. is an independent bookstore offering a curated selection of new releases, bestsellers, and specialty titles across fiction, non-fiction, and merchandise. The store distinguishes itself through its commitment to LGBTQ+ literature and community engagement, featuring dedicated book clubs including a Queer Book Club that meets regularly. Key features include multiple themed book clubs (Fiction, Horror, Speculative, Reading is Resistance), staff picks and recommendations, and a welcoming community space for readers of all backgrounds.

Fiction Book Club: "Frenchman's Creek" by Daphne du Maurier

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