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 invoke 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 analyzation 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 categorized 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