They call it a "class," but it is really a discussion among literate folk (some much more so than I) about my most recent novel, 'CAGE OF STARS' and it goes live tomorrow, sponsored by Barnes & Noble.

It's free (except for the need to read the book) and last year, seeral dozen of us had a good time on my website and the class website discussing my novel 'THE BREAKDOWN LANE' and several other books as well. We moved along chapter by chapter, analyzing scenes and themes, characters and the thoughts and emotions they provokes, tendrils that spiraled off into other realms. The discussion was stimulating and the "proctors" from Barnes & Noble were always there to ignite new sparks of idea and controversy. It's a chance to meet the author; and I happen to know that some of the participants from last year are coming back this time.

CAGE OF STARS already has sparked controversy, as every book that mentions the Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day Saints does. Some, including a producer who also happens to be a Mormon, have been inspired by the book, others outraged -- and only a few bored (happily, only a few; and to tell you the truth, I think they read a different book). This book has received kinder and more generous reviews than anything I've ever written. Iit is "different" from my other novels -- a family drama to some degree but also a thriller and a meditation on mercy versus vengeance.

In that, it's a taste of things to come in the near future.

If you want to join in, there's still time. And please do.

Jackie