Continuing on from the previous episode, this group of six women delve deeper into the book “Women who Run with the Wolves”. They discuss their personal views and whether they think the book is a valid observation of the female psyche. Interestingly, they all agree that regardless of who you are, the book is sure to envoke deep thought about society’s expectation of women. They guide listeners on parts of the book that resonated with each of them as well as things about the book they didn’t enjoy. 

Discussion Points:

The importance of the timing of reading this book

Author’s writing make getting into the book difficult 

The audiobook version is more palatable 

Critique of the book’s over analysation of meaning and symbolism

How music relates to the book

Kelly Lee Owens Album - Innersong

Thoughts on Music

Fiona Apple’s Album

The “cage” of being categorised by society

A perspective on society’s expectations of men 

Resources:

Book Interrupted Website 

Book Interrupted YouTube Channel

Women Who Run with the Wolves

Book Interrupted on Spotify

Pitchfork Article - Kelly Lee Owens

Fiona Apple - Fetch the Bolt Cutters