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Summary: Best Book I've Read in Who-Knows-How-Long
Review: This book is one of the few that I can truthfully admit not being able to put down. The story is perfectly constructed, the characters touch base with anyone who has lived in a small town OR a big city, and it makes you laugh out loud. Who could ask for more? When I the finished the last chapter and closed the book, I couldn't help but feel a little tear, both for the excellent ending and for the fact that I regretfully had to move on to another book. This is one of those books that stays with you long after you read it and makes you wish that you could read it again for the first time. I'm definitely going to be reading this over and over again, and I'm sure that the people I've recommended it to will be as well. It's a book for just about anyone who likes to read, and probably pretty good for those who don't like to read too! I think to sum up my opinion in as few words as possible, I'd have to say I'm incredibly glad this book is on my shelf.
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Summary: A Wonderful Summer book!
Review: Fannie Flagg has certainly done it again! Welcome is such a "welcoming" book; everyone has family like that, right? I was sorry to leave Dena, Gerry and Elmwood Springs. Can't wait to see what Fannie has in store for us next. I couldn't help but picture certain people who would be perfect for the movie, since it seemed solely written for that purpose. A quick, easy read for the summer!
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Summary: Interesting
Review: I enjoyed this book, although I felt it was not as good as "Daisy Fay and the Miracle Man". "Welcome to the World, Baby Girl" lacked the humor evident in Flagg's other books. I did find myself involved in the character of Dena Nordstrom. I wanted her to get help and find out about her past. When the story of Dena's mother began to unfold, the book was hard to put down. I also found it interesting, how European culture differed from American culture with respect to the treatment of the family of Dena's mother.
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Summary: An outrageous, heartwarming, comical and touching experience
Review: Living in HK, current bestsellers are very hard to come by and imagine my surprise when I stumbled upon Fannie Flagg's latest. I honestly had low expectations of it because Fried Green Tomatoes was so superbly written. I devoured this one in less than 2 days and cried and laughed throughout. So many moments caused me to chuckle out loud. The characters are all so riveting and so lovable. Ms Flagg has created very realistic and animated characters that you can reach out and touch. She gives you an insight into their psyche and a deeper understanding or realization about their behavior because of their past. I truly loved all of them, especially Aunt Elner. What grace and luck a family would have to have such a witty, down-to-earth, philosophical and gentle soul to pass on words of wisdom and love to the younger generations. The climax was what shocked me. Never would I have imagined such a twist to the story and I have to say, it was very original. This is one of those stories, if done right (and with the assistance of Ms Flagg), would be wonderful on the big screen.
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Summary: Not up to par with her other books
Review: This is Fannie Flagg's weakest book. The story line is adequate but it lacks the humor of her former books. It's like Danielle Steele with a little depth.
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Summary: Very boring, I had to force myself to finish.
Review: This is a very slow book to read. One had to wait until the very end to find out the big secret. What a disappointment. What is very interesting from the comments of others is their missing concept of identity. I am so happy I didnt grow up in a world that saw being black as a negative thing. I can relate to the pain of the brother and sister because it is hard to live a life where you cant succeed no matter how hard you try. The only way to succeed was to pass as white. This was a very sad book to me as a black women. To think that someone was so saddened by their race that they would commit suicide. I have also seen the movie Fried Green Tomatoes. Ms. Flagg always seems to dwell on negative aspects of black americans existence in the south. I would prefer reading something more positive afterall this is the 90s.
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Summary: Enjoyable but a bit disappointing
Review: I LOVED Fannie Flagg's first two books so I probably had unrealistic expectations for this one. I was expecting something a bit more humorous, a lot more interesting, and even a bit more whismical. I was disappointed on all accounts--it just seemed to lack Flagg's usual unique style and enthusiasm. However, I did enjoy it and would recommend it to a Flagg fan.
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Summary: Fannie Flagg has hit the mark again!
Review: The characters in Ms. Flaggs most recent story are as endearing as the ones introduced in her first two novels. Each chapter is engrossing and it's close to impossible to put down - no wonder so many read it within two days. Thank you Fanny Flagg for your gifted story telling. Hope someone in Hollywood makes a movie out of this one!
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Summary: This book is like a visit with real, warm, funny people
Review: What a wonderful gift Fannie Flagg has given everyone who loves family -- especially the whacky relatives who sometimes embarrass us but actually are a lot wiser than the "normal" ones. This story is a great blend of northern and southern ways. If I were a reporter reviewing it, I might headline the piece, "Susan Isaacs' Characters Move to Lake Woebegone"! When I first saw how long the book was, I figured it would take me forever, but it was so much fun to read that I finished it in a couple of days. The author handles cultural issues and serious topics deftly while maintaining the geunine warmth and humanness that form the roots of the story. My only regret was that there wasn't more to read.
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Summary: A woman finding out about her heritage
Review: couldn't put this down. Read it in two days, one of the best books I have read in a long time. Recommend for everyone!
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