Get ready for another exciting edition of De Leesclub in Bunk, our favorite monthly book club that celebrates local authors and aligns with our monthly themes. This time, we’re diving into the world of Sprokkelaars, the sparkling debut novel by Mira Aluç.
Guided by the ever-passionate Lot Douze, who brings over 12 years of expertise in leading reading groups, the book club will unpack Sprokkelaars, a story about identity, class, work, and the generational paralysis caused by choice overload.
Aluç’s tender yet vivid portrayal of people living in the shadows of uncertainty explores deep themes of self-discovery, societal inequality, and the struggles that shape our lives. In Sprokkelaars, we meet Jong, a recent graduate with no clear future ahead of him. Working as a cashier in his eccentric uncle’s party warehouse, what begins as a temporary job quickly spirals into a life of tragic indecision. Aluç’s debut raises poignant questions about the experiences that shape us, the lingering weight of our past, and whether we can ever truly leave them behind.
The book is a delicate yet powerful portrayal of the struggles of a generation stuck between possibility and paralysis. It’s a perfect read for our De Leesclub to dig into the human nuances of Sprokkelaars and explore Aluç’s rich, introspective narrative.
But this is more than just any book club. After the meetup, we’ll continue the conversation one week later at the next Het Woord uit Noord, where Mira Aluç herself will join Lot for an intimate interview, offering a deeper insight into the novel and its themes.
Mark your calendars for the 7th of May, where we’ll explore Sprokkelaars and dive deep into Aluç’s world. It’s not every day that a book club gets to go so deep!
Don’t wait too long to reserve your seat. Our little library is waiting, we’ve got coffee to brew and pages to burn through. The ticket price includes your copy of the book. So who’s ready for Sprokkelaars?
