Kindred London: Reading London Through Literature
Join the Kindred community for a unique book club experience where we explore London through literature, hosted by member Marionette. This gathering is designed to help you connect with your local Kindred community, swap travel and hosting stories, share tips, and ask questions about Kindred directly with fellow members. Whether you are a seasoned host, a curious traveler, or somewhere in between, you are welcome here.
🎨 Activity details
A book club where London is more than just a setting—it’s a character. Each month, we’ll explore books that bring the city to life, then gather in a location connected to the story to discuss, share perspectives, and experience London through the lens of literature.
For our first gathering, we’ll be reading London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe—a gripping work of narrative nonfiction that explores one of London’s most intriguing mysteries. Through meticulous reporting and investigative storytelling, Keefe takes readers into the city’s hidden worlds of espionage, politics, and power, uncovering the layers of a story that could only happen in London.
We’ll meet at a historic riverside pub overlooking the Thames with a unique connection to the world explored in the book. It’s the perfect setting to discuss Keefe’s investigation, the secrets hidden within the city, and the way London itself shapes the stories that unfold within it.
Whether you’re a lifelong Londoner, new to the city, or simply visiting and curious to explore London through books, everyone is welcome.
To join the conversation before the meetup, feel free to join our Fable group: https://fable.co/club/london-reading-with-marionette-280261403552
We have spoiler-free chat rooms for each chapter, where you can share your thoughts, reactions, and questions as you read—without worrying about spoilers.
What to bring:
📖 A copy of London Falling (physical, ebook, or audiobook notes are all welcome)
💭 Your thoughts, questions, and favourite moments from the book
✨ A curiosity for discovering London through stories
Ticket cost: Free to attend. Everyone covers their own or brings something to share.
What's included: A thoughtful discussion with fellow book lovers and Kindred members, a chance to explore London through literature and connect with the city in a new way, and a welcoming space for meaningful conversations and new connections.
How to Sign Up - Your spot is confirmed once you RSVP to this invite.
📍 Where
The Morpeth Arms - 58 Millbank, London SW1P 4RW, United Kingdom
This gathering is part of Kindred’s ongoing effort to help members connect locally through simple, repeatable moments of togetherness. Hosting and traveling through Kindred is about trust, generosity, and real human connection, and this is a chance to experience that spirit in person.
Whether you’re brand new or have been part of the community for years, we’d love to see you there.
About the organizer
Kindred is a members-only home-swapping network built on a close-knit community. We make travel more affordable and accessible by allowing you to earn credits for hosting others, either through swaps or while you're away. No money is exchanged between members; everything runs on a simple credit system. Instead of overpaying for rentals while your home sits empty, we empower our members to explore their next destination conveniently and affordably, while fostering a trusted community of people who seek to live a travel-rich lifestyle.
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About your host
✨ Marionette is a Kindred member based in London, bringing together her love for books, writing, and meaningful connections. A lifelong book lover, she believes stories are one of the best ways to discover new places and connect with people. Since moving to London, she’s enjoyed exploring the city through its neighborhoods, cafés, bookshops, and hidden stories.
This book club is a space for anyone who wants to read more, meet new people, and experience London through literature. Whether you’ve called the city home for years or are still discovering its hidden corners, we hope this becomes a place to share stories, spark conversations, and enjoy a little adventure along the way.
Quick FYIs:
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