Join Wendy and Amy as they discuss Kathleen Barber's psychological thriller Follow Me, exploring the perils of living in the virtual world, those that live to be seen and those that live to be unseen, watching it all.
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Follow Me by Kathleen Barber – Show Notes
00:00
Introduction of Prosecco N Prose Episode 9, co-hosts, featured bubbly, and novel
01:55
Discussion on the two sparkling wines featured today—the Brut and the Blanc de Noirs— from Gruet Winery in New Mexico. The author’s favorite bubbly is the Brut. Gruet Sparkling Wines have their roots from France as the founder, Gilbert Gruet, started the vineyard in New Mexico after moving to the U.S. Co-host Amy briefly speaks about her trip to Epernay, France and her tour of the champagne cellars. The cheese the co-host boast about is Yancy Fancy’s Hot Wasabi Horseradish Cheese, which can be found in the specialty cheese sections of most grocery stores. You will recognize it by its green rind.
08:00
Discussion of author Kathleen Barber and some fun insight on the novel, locations in the novel, and its characters.
14:55
Introduction of main characters and a brief summary: Audrey (protagonist), Cat, Him, and Nick. Brief discussion on static characters. Co-hosts felt that Audrey was static. She never changed throughout the novel, which leaves her vulnerable for a repeat incident. Great opening for a novel sequel! Brief discussion on computer RATs.
25:00
Themes discussed: Reality vs. Illusion and Inner vs. Outer Self (how they connect) and Obsession. Email us with additional themes you find: prosecco.prose@gmail.com.
37:30
Symbology in the novel: Color orange and the peanut
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43:20
Discussion on smudging sage and other herbs
47:40
Final thoughts on the wine and book. Next episode’s book discussion is Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens.