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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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Summary: A Decent Read
Review: Well, I agree with the what the reviewer from Booklist said. This novel is good "though somewhat contrived." Living in Los Angeles I already hear too much about the lives of people in the entertainment field and broadcasting. Fictional stories that involve them are pretty superficial. So I was kind of disappointed about this aspect of the book, especially with the Hollywood ending. The other characters were more real and believable. Life in the South is clearly what she knows best. Fried Green Tomatoes, way better than this book. One thing I will say is that I did learn a few things about the 40s/50s that I just didn't know nor ever read about. I'll have to check on the meaning of the term "passing."
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Summary: Absolutely Wonderful!!!!
Review: Welcome to the World is without a doubt one of the best books I have ever read. If you enjoyed Fried Green Tomatoes, this book is even better. The characters are memorable, the story well told and the messages extremely powerful. In this age when bad news dominates the headlines, this is one book guaranteed to make you smile, brighten your day, and possibly even change your outlook on life. This should be a must read for everyone you care about!
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Summary: Wow!
Review: Nobody develops characters as well as Ms. Flagg! I was truly taken with this book!
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