The book for August is going to be The Door by Magda Szabó.

The Door was originally published in Hungary in 1987, and translated into English in 1995 by Stefan Draughon for American publication, and again in 2005 by Len Rix for British publication.

A busy young writer struggling to cope with domestic chores, hires a housekeeper recommended by a friend. The housekeeper's reputation is one built on dependable efficiency, though she is something of an oddity.

Stubborn, foul-mouthed and with a flagrant disregard for her employer's opinions she may even be crazy.

She allows no-one to set foot inside her house; she masks herself with a veil and is equally guarded about her personal life. And yet Emerence is revered as much as she is feared...

The Book Club is free for members and 500 ft for non-members.

Place: Közkincs Library

Address: 1088 Budapest, Rákóczi út 11.