The Names by Florence Knapp Today Show Read with Jenna Book Club read. A debut novel that follows three alternate timelines for a family, stemming from a single choice a mother, Cora, makes when naming her newborn son in 1987. In an abusive marriage, Cora must decide between naming him Gordon (after his father), Bear (suggested by her daughter), or Julian (her own preference). The book explores the ripple effects of this decision over 35 years, examining themes of domestic abuse, family bonds, autonomy, and hope. #ReadwithJenna #bookclub #BOMC