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Formerly the Orangecrest Women's Book Club, this club has been meeting regularly since 2008. We are a very casual club and welcome all women readers.

BOOK OF THE MONTH

The House of Eve

From the award-winning author of Yellow Wife, a daring and redemptive novel set in 1950s Philadelphia and Washington, DC, that explores what it means to be a woman and a mother, and how much one is willing to sacrifice to achieve her greatest goal. Eleanor and Ruby don’t know each other, but their journeys in education, love, and motherhood run parallel lines until they collide in the most unexpected way.

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Published Feb 6, 2024

384 pages

Average rating: 8.09

853 RATINGS

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Community Reviews

novelthoughtswithamy
Oct 14, 2025
10/10 stars
So good! Sadeqa really takes us THROUGH IT in these books, and the endings can only be classified as bitter sweet. I'm nervous to read her other works because I don't know if I can take It...but I'm going to read them anyway!
allisonconti
Feb 05, 2025
8/10 stars
I really enjoyed The House of Eve by Sadeqa Johnson! Despite it covering very heavy subject matter I found it to be a quick read and easily fell into the world Johnson painted.

I do recommend checking the trigger warnings on this book as it does heavily deal with miscarriage, stillbirth, and infertility. The topics are handled in a compassionate yet realistic and heart wrenching manner and I think that is a testament to Johnson’s writing.

This book gave me so many things I want from historical fiction: I learned something new, was able to see the world through another person’s eyes, and connected with the characters. I especially loved Ruby and her storyline.

The only reason the book is not a five star read for me is because I wanted more resolution for the characters I’d come to be so attached to. To me, the ending felt rushed and a little too neatly settled for a book that covered such heavy and heartbreaking topics. Both Ruby and Eleanor experience real grief, pain, and loss - and the ending felt a little too neat and tidy.

But, this is a minor critique from me. Overall, I loved the book and would happily recommend it to others.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an Advanced Reader’s Copy of The House of Eve. All opinions are my own.
Lisa the Diva
Oct 01, 2024
8/10 stars
Great Read !!!!
ibp_bookclub
Apr 29, 2024
10/10 stars
I LOVED this book! A fast-paced novel that is beautifully written. It has anticipated moments, however it is still an enjoyable and captivating read. The dual point of view gives readers a deeper understanding of the characters’ perspectives. The fact that it is inspired by true events provides a sense of realism and emotional resonance to the story.
Daebug
Mar 08, 2024
5/10 stars
It was a good book to read while passing my time traveling.. not a page turner but a good story overall

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