True Crime Book Club: Five Days at Memorial by Sheri Fink

Are you fascinated by the intricacies of criminal investigations, the psychology of perpetrators, and the chilling realities of true crime stories?

Join the library's True Crime Book Club for an exploration into the captivating and often unsettling world of real-life crimes. We'll delve into a variety of true crime narratives, from infamous cases and unsolved mysteries to in-depth investigations and survivor stories.

Come delve into the gripping and unsettling true story of survival and ethical dilemmas in Sheri Fink's "Five Days at Memorial: Life and Death in a Storm-Ravaged Hospital" with fellow true crime enthusiasts. Our book club will dissect the harrowing events that unfolded at Memorial Medical Center in the chaotic aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

Prepare for a thought-provoking discussion as we explore the difficult decisions made under unimaginable pressure, the systemic failures exposed by the disaster, and the long-lasting implications for medical ethics and disaster preparedness. This isn't just about the crime; it's about the human condition in the face of catastrophe.