Slow Poison: A Novel (Voices of the South)

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Summary: one of my favorite books
Review: After reading Slow Poison, I promptly made it required reading for all of my friends and family--and they all loved it as much as I do. The quirky characters and Bosworth's humor make this a great book whose characters stay with for a long time.

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Summary: Not as strong as Almost Innocent
Review: Sheila Bosworth has an incredible gift for evoking the sentiments and atmosphere of the deep south. I absolutely loved Almost Innocent which I believe was her first novel. I could not wait to dig into Slo Poison and I did enjoy it. However at times I felt it to be stylistcally overdone. There are passages that sound forced and the dialogue and reminiscences don't flow as naturally as they did in the first book, That said it is still a fine novel by a very talented writer.

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Summary: Bosworth is a master. Best book ever written.Must buy
Review: Sheila Bosworth's second novel, Slow Poison, leaves the reader breathless. Rich and evocative, her tale centers around three sisters, their father and Tulane dropout Johnny Killelea in the late 50's and early 60's. Set in New Orleans and Covington, La., Ms. Bosworth knows the ins and outs of this steamy region and its local inhabitants. Her characters are portrayed with humor and grace, Bosworth never fails to keep the reader hanging on. The reader is easily led through the twists and turns of the lives of the Cade sisters. Rory, the narrator, is the middle child. Her keen insights are startling and serve to show Bosworth's rich imagination and clever storytelling. This is an absolute must!! Order as quickly as you can!! You won't be able to put it down!!

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Summary: You won't be able to put it down or forget it once you do.
Review: Slow Poison is by far one of the best books written, if not the best. Bosworth is a skilled and clever storyteller; she draws you in to the lives of the Cade family and won't let you go. You'll never forget her characters and you'll wish it were much longer when you turn the final pages. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to read fiction that makes you laugh, and cry, and think and makes an impact on you soul.

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Summary: A sad, beautiful story
Review: The heart of this book is terrific. The dialogue, the description and the passion in language and emotion really distinguish this novel.