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September Themed Reading: Reflections
This month’s featured title is The Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel—a haunting, beautifully written novel that weaves together themes of wealth, loss, deception, and the delicate illusion of permanence. Sponsored by Guardian Glass.
Set against the backdrop of a remote luxury glass hotel and a looming financial collapse, Mandel blurs the line between reality and memory, showing how fragile the worlds we build—both physical and emotional—truly are.
For a moody, atmospheric reading experience, pair it with:
- Smoked Black Tea – Mysterious and layered, echoing the novel’s depth.
- Cabernet Sauvignon – Bold and contemplative, perfect for reflecting on choices and consequences.
- Vanilla Coconut Latte – Smooth and slightly surreal, a subtle nod to illusions of comfort.
Limited copies available! Visit AIA Ohio Overdrive and sign in with your AIA Member ID to borrow your copy before it fades into memory.
Prefer to listen? Download Libby, the library app, and enjoy this lyrical novel on the go—while driving, designing, or simply getting lost in thought.
A big thank you to Guardian Glass for sponsoring this month’s title! As a global leader in high-performance glass solutions, Guardian Glass shapes the way we experience light, transparency, and reflection. Their commitment to innovation and design excellence makes them a perfect partner for a book that explores the seen, the unseen, and everything in between.
Glass may separate us from the outside world—but great design, always lets the light in.
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