Elizabeth DeLozier’s gripping historical tale, Eleanore of Avignon, brought readers into one herbalist healer’s life during the Black Death in 1347. Visit with the author herself for an exciting Books & Brews SD discussion, and pick up Eleanor Blanchet’s story for the very first time in paperback.
This fun Books & Brews SD event is limited to readers aged 21 and over. Moderated by Books & Brews SD’s Jason Perkins, the evening includes a literary discussion paired with a themed tasting of brews to match the flavor of the literature being discussed. Readers who purchase a copy of the book at Library Shop SD will be entered for raffle prizes at the event, and Elizabeth DeLozier will sign books during the evening. All proceeds from book sales support the San Diego Public Library.
RSVP REQUIRED: Register early to reserve a seat, and pre-order your paperback copy of Eleanore of Avignon to guarantee a copy and support the author.
BOOK PICK-UP: If you pre-order your copy, we will hold your book for you at Library Shop Mission Hills; you can pick up your book at any time after the paperback publication date on March 3. Most readers will pick up their books during event check-in at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 5.
ABOUT THE BOOK
“A medieval French city. A terrible plague. And a woman born to heal against all odds. In her sumptuous debut novel, author Elizabeth DeLozier’s riveting and brilliant young hero is haunted by the beloved lives she could not save, and the many who turn to her in desperate need. With a twin sister whose heart is shattered, and forbidden knowledge and desires of her own, Eleanore of Avignon works alongside the most powerful doctor in all of France in a race against time and a battle against an invincible foe. Twenty-first century readers will be astounded at how little has changed since the Bubonic Plague spread fear, suspicion, political battles, and scientific doubts more than six hundred years ago. We will not soon forget the mysteries and heartfelt bonds that thread through this book, nor the terrible threats that Eleanore strains beneath and works to hide. To be a healer, Eleanore of Avignon risks her own life and the lives of those she loves. Hers is a spellbinding story for the ages.” –Laurie Lico Albanese, author of Hester
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Elizabeth DeLozier holds a BA in Spanish literature, a BS in biological anthropology, and a doctorate in physical therapy. A practicing pelvic floor physical therapist, chaotic Virgo, and vegetarian, she lives in San Diego with her husband, twin sons and rescue dogs. Her debut novel, Eleanore of Avignon, was a Library Reads Pick, and Aardvark Book Club Pick, and an Amazon Best Book of the Month. Her sophomore novel, The Whitechapel Full Moon Society, which follows a young woman searching for her missing brother in Jack the Ripper’s London, hits shelves 8/25/26 and is available for preorder now!
