State of Wonder by Ann Patchett

A few months ago, Ann Patchett spoke at our local bookstore. Not surprisingly, there was standing room only. She was charming, articulate, funny, and very honest. It was a surprise to hear her say that she hated to write. Yet she is obviously a favorite for so many - including me. State of Wonder is a marvelous story taking us to the Amazon and introducing several fascinating characters. Marina works for a pharmaceutical company and is sent there to find out why one of her co-workers died and to find out the progress of the drug being researched there. It's hard to put this one down. -June