Monday, September 8th, 10:30 a.m.

 

Georgetown Village Square (1801 35th St. NW)

 

Join the GV Book Club in the Village Square for a discussion of the group's latest reading selection, Beneath a Scarlet Sky by Mark T. Sullivan 

 

The Georgetown Village Book Group will reconvene in early September, with our next meeting likely scheduled for Monday, September 8th. This time, we’ll be diving into Beneath a Scarlet Sky by Mark Sullivan—a gripping historical novel that’s as moving as it is suspenseful.

The book was suggested by our member Bob Budic and has already proven hard to put down! Set in Nazi-occupied Italy during World War II, the story follows 18-year-old Pino Lella, who becomes an unlikely hero—guiding Jewish refugees over the Alps and later infiltrating the German military as a driver to a high-ranking Nazi general, all while secretly working with the Italian resistance.

Though based entirely on real events, Beneath a Scarlet Sky reads like a thriller, blending wartime espionage, harrowing escapes, and even a touch of romance. It’s a long read, but the pages fly by—perfect for late summer reading. Copies are widely available, including affordable used editions through ThriftBooks or AbeBooks.

We encourage everyone to pick up a copy, start reading, and join us for what promises to be a lively and thoughtful discussion.