BOOK DISCUSSION: The Secret War of Julia Child

October 16, 2025, at 4pm

The Secret War of Julia Child by Diana R. Chambers reveals the chef’s surprising past as a WWII spy. Blending fact and imagination, this biographical novel explores how espionage shaped her life. We’ll discuss the book and how authors mix real events with fiction and the ethical choices involved in balancing historical accuracy with storytelling. Discussant Ciji Ware.