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The Odyssey by Lara Williams (April 22, Zando)Chronicling a young woman’s journey through land and sea, Supper Club’s Lara Williams tells the story of Ingrid, who works in the gift shop of a luxury cruise liner. She departs the ship on her days off, treating herself to clothes and the local alcohol offerings. Ingrid has worked on the liner for five years, and tries not to think too much about the life she left behind. That is, until she’s taken under the wing by captain Keith. The Odyssey mirrors Supper Club in the way we see one woman undergo a transformation and confront her past through mentorship, all with Williams’ sharp wit intact. [Gabrielle Sanchez]