Author Amanda Skenandore is set to join the Malcolm Book Club in person to discuss her novel “The Second Life of Mirielle West.” Publishers Weekly said, “In this superior historical… Skenandore makes plausible Mirielle’s metamorphosis from Hollywood socialite to active, caring member of the Carville community. The author’s diligent research, as well as her empathetic depiction of those subjected to forced medical isolation, make this a winner.” In February, the club plans to take on Lucy Gilmore’s “The Lonely hearts Book Club.” The club meets the first Tuesday of most months at 4:30 p.m. at the Paseo Verde Library.