- Paperback: 390 pages
- Publisher: HarperCollins; 1st HarperPerennial Ed edition (May 1995)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0060926201
- ISBN-13: 978-0060926205
- Product Dimensions: 20.4 x 13.7 x 2.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,173,176 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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In this funny and touching novel, "the author of the acclaimed "Crazy Ladies" has captured the color, eccentricities and tragicomedy that the best Southern writers do so well."-- "Publishers Weekly"
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is only the second book I have read by Ms. West (first being American Pie) and I was totally enthralled. It took me a few chapters to get the ball rolling, but after that I couldn't stop reading. I loved every single second I spent in Limoges, Louisiana with Vangie, Henry, DeeDee, Harriet and the others. Some of the storylines were quite sensitive (i.e. Reverend Kirby) but I really didn't mind, it only made the book seem more real. I have her other two books, Crazy Ladies and Consuming Passions, and I can't wait to start on them. Thanks and kudos to Michael Lee West!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I don't think you need to have lived in Louisiana to appreciate the realism of the 3-dimensional characters in this book. Even Yankees will love it. Extremely well-written with unpredictable twists and turns.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Michael is an outstanding writer. The characters could live next door--and do, in your mind.
Keep up the good work.
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Depressing, not funny, drawn out tale re So. LA in 1952
After reading Crazy Ladies and American Pie, I had expected to discover something similar. Was I ever shocked to find a long and drawn-out story about the people (seemed like... Read more
Published on 30 July 1999
WOW! WHAT A BOOK!
After Crazy Ladies, I couldn't imagine how Michael Lee West could do any better - but OH MY GOD! Did she ever! Read more
Published on 19 April 1999
I didn't want this book to end.
This book was like eating gumbo, you never know what's going to up next, the details mingle to create a memorable experience,it's spicy and full of texture and you never want it... Read more
Published on 15 April 1999
A Jewel...Funny, Sad & Provocative
I picked up this book because I was intrugued by a novel "Concerning Life, Death, Sex and Recipes in Limoges, Louisiana." Sounded like quite a combination. And it was. Read more
Published on 14 Mar 1999
Don't Miss This Book and More
My 16 year old daughter has read this book three times, and I have read it twice already. I want to recommend it to those of you who read and enjoy the books of Fannie Flagg,... Read more
Published on 6 Feb 1999
A wonderful book!
I hated having this book end. It's by far one of the best books I've read in quite awhile. My copy is now going on rounds to friends and co-workers. Read more
Published on 4 Feb 1999
WAY TO GO VANGIE
I was extremely happy with the decision Vangie made regarding Henry and stuck with it. The punishment to Rev. Kirby was justified however jail time is what he really deserved. Read more
Published on 3 Feb 1999
This book just made me feel, well, icky!
There's no other way to say it! First I picked up American Pie, based totally on it's eye catching cover. Loved it. Rushed to get Crazy Ladies. Loved it. She Flew... Read more
Published on 7 Jan 1999
A Reader's Feast
Reading this book is like eating a five star feast, only you aren't stuffed at the end. Quite the contrary, you don't want it to end. I love love LOVED this novel.
Published on 16 Nov 1998
Good, but not great.
While I enjoyed reading this book, I did not think it was quite as good as 'Crazy Ladies', which I loved. Read more
Published on 27 Sep 1998
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