Welcome and Introductions

[Thauk]

Hello, my name is Terri and I live in Denver, Co.  I have recently started my own business and think this book group will be a good break.  I have never been a part of a reading group before and look forward to this one.  I have always loved to read and this book looks really  good.  I will talk to you all later

[candeny6]

Hi!  I've been registered here for quite some time, but finally found a chance to participate in a group.  I hope to get to know all of you better!

[sallywhite]

Hi, Rachel!

I'm looking forward to reading something that hasn't been assigned for a class and to discussing a book with non-English majors. I'm also really looking forward to reading this novel and very jealous of Colson Whitehead's excellent name.

[Rudith]

Hello, I'm Rudith and I love reading nearly as much as I love books.

I grew up in the US but currently reside in Canada.

[liisa22]

I actually received my other First Look book before I got my confirmation email!! 

Is it a lottery system or first come, first served?

[Rachel-K]

Hi, Liisa22. It is first come, but we will start posting some big alerts if we've run out of books, and we will stop taking registrations altogether.

Great to see everybody here! Over the next couple of days, I'll begin to post a couple of threads to get us started as our books arrive and we all begin to dip into them.

Rachel

[patfayo]

Hi, my name is Pat from New York (greater Hudson Valley).  I aniously awaiting to hear whether I will receive the book to be able to join in the discussion. Seems like this could take awhile so I figuredred I better introduce myself. This will be my first time particpating. I have married for 37 years (married very young). I have 3 grown daughters, and 3 granddaughters. I love to read and read many different genres of books. 

[vivico1]

Hi, I am Vivian from Oklahoma. I have been in all but the last first look club. I see my pm got read so will be looking forward to discussing the book with you all when I get it and start reading. Hope its a great read, then it can be my birthday gift from B&N lol.

[VaDreamer]

Hi.  I am Ellen, another reader from Northern Va, Arlington to be exact.  Like gimp, I also have MS.  Due primarily to fatigue along with other MS symptoms I have had to stop working (not so bad) and I have had to drop out of my wonderful book club (horrible).  I am a voracious reader and like a lot of different genres.  This is my first foray into an on-line club.  This books sounds fascinating and right up my alley.  I sure hope I made the cut-off.

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[Jennie77]

Hello everyone,

I just received my confirmation message for Sag Harbor and look forward to this story and discussion.

Talk to you soon!

[dhaupt]

Just got my confirmation also!

[grapes63]

Hi,

I just received word that I will receive a copy of "Sag Harbor." I am sooooo excited. Thank you so much. I will wait anxiously for the mailman everyday.

[libralady]

Just got my confirmation email.  I can't wait to receive the book and get started.  This will be my third time participating in First Look.  I cant wait to get started in the discussions of Sag Harbor.  It is very interesting to see/hear so many different opinions.  Happy Reading!!

[GnANorman]

Hi there!  I just received my confirmation and can't wait to read "Sag Harbor".  We just moved to the Memphis area and I haven't found a book club yet, so I am very much looking forward to sharing.  This is my third First Look book and I've enjoyed the last two.  I'm thrilled to see what B&N has selected for us this time!!

[Calitee]

Hi everyone.  My name is Tongela and I currently live in San Diego, CA.  This will be my first time particapating in First Look and I'm very excited to be apart of it.  I'm married and have two children, which I love to death.  I can't wait to start reading Sag Harbor and chatting with you all.

[CJINCA]

Hello from Northern California --

I was very happy to get my confirmation this morning!  I enjoyed participating in the previous "First Look" and am looking forward to this new book and new (to me) author.

[miller1323]

Yeah, just got my confirmation!  I'm in...Can't wait to start.  My name is Sara, I live in Oceanside CA which is North of San Diego.  I don't get a lot of time to read, so I'm hoping we only have to make it a few chapters in before the discussion begins.  Although if it's one of those books I can't put down, all the better.

[Rabid_Reader]

Hello everyone!

My name is Katelyn, and this will be my second First Look experience. I look forward to reading this book, and participating in the discussion as my first encounter with this program was such a positive one. At the moment I am emersed in the world of Shakespeare, and although I love his plays this book will be a nice break from old english.

[TriciaLynn77]

Hi, I'm Tricia from Lehighton, Pennsylvania.  I've done a few First Look's before and am really looking forward to Sag Harbor. 

[marciliogq]

Hi! I just got my confirmation (It was surprising to see the yellow envelope in my mailbox). I'm looking forward to receiving my ARC and have wonderful discussions about the book. See you then!