The Brief History of the Dead by Kevin Brockmeier

Generally speaking, most of us liked The Brief History of the Dead, though no one really liked the ending.

Highlights:

• Did the memories of the living not only put the people in the city, but also create the environment there?
• Crossing over was such a unique experience for everyone
• Interesting how people created “families” in the city
• Some people in the city saw it as a chance to finally do what they really wanted
• Would celebrities or famous historical figures have been in the city?  Or would you have had to actually meet them?
• Luka’s compulsion to do headlines was annoying, but he did put together the story of what was happening in the “real” world because of interviewing people
• Would you also remember thousands of people if you were stranded and had nothing else to do?
• What happens after the city??!
• How much you hold onto the past really affects you in life

OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS:
“Food Inc.”