Author Pearl to speak

Best-selling novelist Matthew Pearl will discuss his latest book, “The Technologists,” at a Sunday author talk at the Paul Pratt Memorial Library next Sunday at 4 p.m. The historical thriller is set in 19th-century Boston. A book signing, wine, and cheese reception and conversation with the author will follow the talk. Admission is free, but seating is limited; tickets can be reserved by calling 781-331-1348. The library is at 35 Ripley Road. - Johanna Seltz