BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP 2025-2026

My Name is Emilia Del Valle: A Novel by Isabel Allende - presented by NBPL Foundation

January 14, 2026

In 1866 San Francisco, Emilia del Valle is born to a troubled mother. Raised by a loving stepfather, Emilia becomes an independent thinker and writer, publishing pulp fiction under a male pen name. She later transitions to journalism at The Daily Examiner, where she partners with reporter Eric Whelan. When an opportunity arises to cover a civil war in Chile, she confronts her estranged father and faces danger, all while exploring her identity and love with Eric. My Name Is Emilia del Valle is a captivating story of self-discovery and love.

 Meeting Details:

• Friends Room, Central Library, 1000 Avocado Avenue, Newport Beach, CA
• 2nd Wednesday of the month / September to May
• 9:30am - 11:00am / doors open at 9:15am
• FREE (a suggested donation of $10.00 is always appreciated)
• No Reservations required
• Come whether you’ve read the book or not as The Group is kind, curious, and engaging!  

The Book Discussion Group members select, read, and discuss 9-10 books per year. This active and dynamic Group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 9:30am - 11:00am in the Friends Room at the Central Library. All are welcome whether you’ve read the book or not and the program is FREE. Refreshments are provided and the books are available through the Newport Beach Public Library.

For detailed 2025-2026 Book Discussion Group reading list: https://nbplf.foundation/programs/book-discussion-group/