Both movies feature families seeking to survive a world in which monsters will attack them if they make noise. This event is watched with horror by Emilia and her boyfriend whose mother is also part of the Community and sets fire to herself too. As I see it, we’re creating silent spaces by planting trees, where ideas and creativity can flourish.

I have never wanted to discuss a book with someone more, this would be an ideal book club book, as it deserves the discourse after reading. I’ve read several books this year that lay out the frustrations of people (usually women) who have grown up in the long cold shadow of a famous and subsequently neglectful parent — and I won’t lie, I enjoy them immensely. The author so seamlessly combines true events and individuals with her own unique universe of characters. Biography: Carole Hailey completed the six-month Guardian/UEA novel writing course taught by Bernardine Evaristo, who imbued Carole with such a love for writing fiction that she abandoned her career in law to undertake an MA in Creative Writing at Goldsmiths, followed by a PhD in Creative Writing at Swansea University. But after falling out with the Community she decides to publish her mothers journals, and her own account of her life with her mother in her own memoirs.Thank you Netgalley for giving me an advance copy although I am not sure my review has done the book justice.

It was also quite a disturbing read at times, and made me realise how easy it could be to brainwash people who are desperate to believe in something and a purpose - sounding like they had plausible aims, yet the implications……. Emilia tells the story of how it all started and of how the Community evolved from its founder's initial ideas. You can also download icebreaker questions to help get your discussion started, and a social media guide to show how you can share your reading with others online. Our programs also have a strong focus on Connection, Purpose, Kindness, Emotional Literacy and Physical Health.When so many elements ring true, it is off-putting to see how society could change like this in a matter of time.