REPLAY + Discussion Thread: Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides

This was the best possible way to start Book Club in 2026! This conversation on Middlesex by Jeffery Eugenides elicited such a diverse variety of opinions! Some of you praised the novel's exploration of identity, complex narratives, and historical context, while others criticized its graphic descriptions, portrayal of intersex individuals, and potential fetishism. We discussed themes of belonging, genetic inheritance, and the evolution of societal attitudes towards gender. Truly, this meeting felt like a master class on what a good book club meeting should be.