Feb 06, 2024betsymarzoni rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
The story follows two women living in different time periods who both eventually find themselves and each other and in doing so, make us reflect on questions like: what makes a family, what does heritage mean, what kinds of courage are…
Nov 21, 20232greyts rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
As with Fannie Flagg’s other books, the story is wonderful. Southern ways and women abound, along with the courageous, dedicated women who were “WASPS” during WWII. There is lightness, there is depth, there is humor and there is pathos in…
Dec 16, 2022maipenrai rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Fannie Flagg is simply a marvelous storyteller!! Her work always incorporates humor and pathos in such a satisfying way. As a fan of WWII history and literature, I was especially pleased by the history of the WASPs. These women pilots…
Jul 05, 2022samsue rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
You can't go wrong with Fanny Flagg. You start by thinking this is a nice little story about ordinary people and it takes awhile to realize that she's teaching you something. She's a wonderful writer.
Apr 26, 2019jonny_9 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This is the second book of Ms. Flagg's that I've read.. this book kept getting better and better towards the end. Loved hearing about the "WASPS" the government should apologise and give credit where credit's due.. I'm still not sure what…
Oct 22, 2018DPL_Graham rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Funny, heartwarming, and guaranteed to make you laugh and smile. This novel set in Alabama follows Sukie as she learns some life changing news that will forever change how she deals with her domineering southern lady mother. Highly…
The history of an "all-girl" gas station during the 1940s is a catalyst for a middle-aged woman to re-evaluate her own life.
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Oct 23, 2017Jammy52 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
The story started slowly, then it took off running. Each chapter read faster and faster. Interesting alternating chapters between the then and now; enjoyable characters.
I enjoy every Flagg book I've listened to or read. Wish…
Jul 17, 2017JCLMelodyMK rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
The book begins with a southern lady that finds out by accident that she is adopted, that part was a bit slow .Then the book delved into some of the history of women working during WWll as pilots known as W.A.S.P.S., and the way they…
Jan 21, 2017jhahn rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I had trouble getting into the story because I was annoyed with our main character's attitude after learning she was adopted. Once the flashbacks to the past started, I really enjoyed the story, especially the information about women…
Dec 01, 2016ArapahoeWinnie rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Excellent narrator! Wouldn't have been as fun without the southern and Wisconsin accents. Entertaining characters make the history of the women pilots in WWII come alive.
Nov 09, 2016ArapahoeLesley rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Cute story with a bit of humor, a bit of history, a good narrator and just an all round easy read for a time when anything more would have been too much.
Jul 19, 2016kfletch rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I'm a Fannie Flagg fan and really enjoyed this book. Good character development - (though the main character seems a little dingy at times) and an interesting plot. I liked the addition of WWII history. Even though the story jumps…
May 24, 2016msevinrud rated this title 1 out of 5 stars
Terribly disappointing. I have liked most of Flagg's books but this one was just annoying. After 120 pages, I gave up. A grown woman discovers she was adopted and now she thinks she doesn't know who she is all because she was adopted. She…
Dec 26, 2015CMlibrary_cginesi rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I couldn't stop listening. This is a funny book that southerners will appreciate. Sookie is very entertaining. If you are looking for a light read, then this a good book for you.
Jun 21, 2015vv11 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Mrs. Snookie Poole of Point Clear, Alabama, has just married off the last of her daughters and is looking forward to relaxing and maybe traveling with her husband, Earle. The only thing left to contend with is her mother, the formidable…
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