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Fannie Flagg (Author)
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Publication Date: 2 April 1992

The day Idgie Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison opened the Whistle Stop Cafe, the town took a turn for the better. It was the Depression and that cafe was a home from home for many of us. You could get eggs, grits, bacon, ham, coffee and a smile for 25 cents. Ruth was just the sweetest girl you ever met. And Idgie? She was a character, all right. You never saw anyone so headstrong. But how anybody could have thought she murdered that man is beyond me.

Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe is a mouth-watering tale of love, laughter and mystery. It will lift your spirits and above all it'll remind you of the secret to life: friends. Best friends.

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  • Paperback: 416 pages
  • Publisher: Vintage; paperback / softback edition (2 April 1992)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0099143712
  • ISBN-13: 978-0099143710
  • Product Dimensions: 13.1 x 2.9 x 19.9 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (65 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 9,815 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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A richly comic, poignant narrative (Harper Lee, author of To Kill a Mockingbird )

It's very good, in fact, just wonderful (Los Angeles Times )

A real novel and a good one...from the busy brain of a born storyteller (New York Times )

A thoroughly entertaining comic novel (Newsday )

A funny and macabre novel (Washington Post )

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Gorgeously re-packaged edition of the classic story of friendship, loyalty and secrets set in the deep south of America in the 1930s
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39 of 41 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful 15 Jun 2004
By Ms. Dm Hughes
Format:Paperback
Well were does one begin in describing what has to be one of the best books written. I am a true believer in a book being entertaining and this book certainly delivers entertainment.It is a story set in the south of the Usa in the Twenties and thirties but narrated in the eighties. It tells of the love of true friendship between two girls Issy and Ruth .It explores their lives and shows us how they grow in confidence as their friendship develops. But this book also brings us to the eighties and shows us how a relationship based on love and understanding develops between the narrator and her new companoin. It is beautifully written and rich in description you will not want to put it down. It is well worth investing in.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Heartbreaking and breathtaking 8 Nov 2007
By Cheres Negedelu
Format:Paperback
I saw the movie--twelve times--then decided that I had to read the book. Southern American literature and storytelling has always fascinated me, mainly because they're so good at it, and FRIED GREEN TOMATOES is possibly one of the best examples of this around. The story of friendship between two women (and don't think this is some A THOUSAND SPLENDID SUNS), the book deals with the trials and tribulations that they go through in Depression-era Alabama. Flagg writes from the heart and her portrait of not only the people, but the land and food, are smack on dead center. You can smell the coffee and bacon, taste the pies, and savor the intricate plot and fascinating outcome in this one-of-a-kind book. For those who like Southern American literature, this book is right up there with Toole's CONFEDERACY OF DUNCES and the great and gut-wrenching novel BARK OF THE DOGWOOD. If you like reading about the American South, FGT is the book to have in your collection.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful read! 25 Nov 2006
By Karrie
Format:Paperback
I vaguely remember seeing the film of this book, many years ago, and thought I would give it a try. I generally prefer the books to the film and I was not disappointed! As the saying goes 'once I started reading I just couldn't put it down!' By the end I felt I really knew the characters. I'll be looking for more books from this author.
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5.0 out of 5 stars loved it
This is a classic. Much better than the film. It made me cry and laugh and want to visit the café.
Published 2 days ago by grace
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant read
Superb writing _ funny sad enlightening couldn't put it down. Have seen the film also and the book just reinforces all the characters and places let your imagination soar!!!!!!
Published 3 days ago by colleen Mccullough
4.0 out of 5 stars Even better than the film
Having seen the film I just had to read the book, more complex than the film (as is generally the way), the depiction of life in deep south is interesting and revealing, as is the... Read more
Published 3 days ago by Adam Ralph
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is like being snuggled in a warm soft blanket in front of a...
One of my favourite books of all time. Its comforting, sad, hilarious, poignant, heartbreaking, soothing and inspiring all at the same time. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Moonchita
4.0 out of 5 stars my book of the week
A very good story of a byegone time in the states (u.s.a) Fannie Flag tells about the importance of local radio, and the local shop.
Published 11 days ago by Terry Evans
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
A wonderful easy read about all the coming and goings and scandals in a small U.S town during the depression and a woman floundering in life in the 80's The characters are well... Read more
Published 15 days ago by ksmith
5.0 out of 5 stars A Lovely blending of past and present....
Having seen the film first, I wanted to read the book as I always think the books are better.....and this one is! Read more
Published 28 days ago by Linda Symonds
5.0 out of 5 stars absolutely loved it!
One of the most amazing stories! highly recommend this book - will make you laugh, cry. It has got it all!
Published 1 month ago by Joanna
5.0 out of 5 stars love it
The film has been one of my all time favorates since i first saw it when it was released so i had put off reading the book, in case i was dissappointed. Read more
Published 1 month ago by lorainne duffy
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful !!
Be lost in the scenes weaved by this author..a delightful story of love and loss and times gone by. Has much more depth to it than the film, although that was brill too.
Published 2 months ago by M. Robertson
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