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Where The Heart Is
by Billy Letts

(8/13/2001)

Kris Haig-Anderson
I read the book "Where the Heart Is" by Billy Letts . I thought that this was an outstanding book whose characters I could really relate to . I definitely plan on reading Billie Lett's other book . To anyone who likes a really "heartwarming' kind of story, this book is for you !

Where The Heart Is
by Billy Letts

(8/13/2001)

Wendy Vire
This is one of the best books I have ever read!!! it helped me through some very hard times and showed me that there is always someone there. I am from Oklahoma and really relate to her characters and their lives. if you didn't like this book; it's a southern thing, you wouldn't understand. and if you did I highly recommend Honk & Holler Opening Soon, another amazing novel by Billy Letts.

Where The Heart Is
by Billy Letts

(8/13/2001)

Laura Scholl
Where the Heart Is was an absolutely wonderful story. I lost some sleep due to not being able to put it down, and when I finished the book, I wished that I could instantly forget it so that I could start it over again.

Where The Heart Is
by Billy Letts

(8/12/2001)

Donna Riggs
Where The Heart is was one of the best ...if not the best book I have ever read. The way that Billie Letts brought her characters to life was amazing. After reading the book I came away with a good feeling about people in general. I also read The Honk and Holler Opening Soon by the same author and enjoyed it almost as much. Billie Letts has a true talent for making the reader feel good and making us want to keep on reading

Where The Heart Is
by Billy Letts

(8/12/2001)

Donna Riggs
Where The Heart is was one of the best ...if not the best book I have ever read. The way that Billie Letts brought her characters to life was amazing. After reading the book I came away with a good feeling about people in general. I also read The Honk and Holler Opening Soon by the same author and enjoyed it almost as much. Billie Letts has a true talent for making the reader feel good and making us want to keep on reading

When Pride Still Mattered: A Life Of Vince Lombardi
by David Maraniss

(8/12/2001)

Scot W Goller
This author has captured something that is not lost, but perhaps buried deep in our national persona. He finds in a legend the complicated intricacies of greatness. The man Lombardi, never a simple character, rose as can all of us, above the petty, despite our own shortcomings. This powerful book reminds us that un-perfect people can rise to great things. Dignity, honor and sacrifice above self, is not very popular as a concept these days. Lombardi's legacy is to remind us that without these virtues, we cannot move forward. Congratulations on a great and inspiring read Mr. Maraniss.

When The Wind Blows
by James Patterson

(8/12/2001)

Ian Sandon
A very interesting book, with James Patterson's usual pounding pace. The descriptions were magical, and the continual twisting of the plot keeps the reader on their toes... I would heartily recommend this to anyone with an interest in the very volatile subject of GM.

When The Wind Blows
by James Patterson

(8/12/2001)

Jill Martin
Very refreshing book from James Patterson, I wish he would do more on this order. Cat and Mouse was much too violent. He is to good of an author to do only the one type of book he had been doing up to When The Wind Blows. This was the first one of his my 41 year old daughter had read. She was going to look for others of his, but changed her mind when I told her they were very violent.

When The Wind Blows
by James Patterson

(8/12/2001)

Joerg Schweitzer
This is a very disappointing fairytale, far fetched and illogical. Bring back Alex Cross and tell us what happened to Christine.

Welcome To The World, Baby Girl
by Fannie Flagg

(8/12/2001)

Danielle
Being an avid fan of Fried Green Tomatoes, I was initially disappointed to see that Flagg had strayed from her traditional Southern utopia, but it didn't take me more than a few chapters to fall in love with this fresh cast of characters. I am using Flagg's books for a Senior (high school) Thesis, and this is the best novel (over all) I've read yet. I'm dying for her to write a sequel!!

Welcome To The World, Baby Girl
by Fannie Flagg

(8/12/2001)

Fernanda
I must confess that I came to read this book long before "Green fried tomatoes" and it really captivated me. I loved the human warmth that transpires from every one of the book pages, I easily fell in love with the characters that became so real, so vivid that at times you feel you know exactly how they look and what they think. Reading this book was pure delight for me and I warmly recommend it to everyone who enjoys a good, heart-wrenching story.

Welcome To The World, Baby Girl
by Fannie Flagg

(8/12/2001)

Laura
This book was a bit of a disappointment as I was really expecting another story like "Fried Green Tomatoes." I love Fannie Flagg but she left the south for this one and ended up in the 1970's Manhattan. It's not her best work, but also not a terrible read.

Welcome To The World, Baby Girl
by Fannie Flagg

(8/12/2001)

Abigail
As I finished this book for the first time I turned to the front to begin reading again. It is a captivating story, made all the more so through the way in which the tale is told from so many viewpoints, with the ordinary lives of the characters described so well you feel you know them intimately. The storytelling is compelling and you are well able to imagine such characters existing and follow their train of thought. As the story unfolds slowly you become less and less able to put this book down- I highly recommend it.

Welcome To The World, Baby Girl
by Fannie Flagg

(8/12/2001)

Cathy
I found myself staying up way past my bedtime reading this book. My only regret is that I finished it so quickly.

Welcome To The World, Baby Girl
by Fannie Flagg

(8/12/2001)

Christy Lyke
I couldn't put this book down! Every time I thought I had it figured out, something new would be added. The characters are so real, I think I know them. It's the best of the three of Ms. Flagg's books. Keep up the good work, Fannie.

Welcome To The World, Baby Girl
by Fannie Flagg

(8/12/2001)

Mandy Martin
Welcome To The World, Baby Girl, is hands down the best novel I have ever read. It's not sophisticated, it's not controversial, and it's not disturbing. It's much better. Welcome To The World, Baby Girl is a must-read for anyone who needs to be reminded of all the simple pleasures in life that abound in small towns across America.

Welcome To The World, Baby Girl
by Fannie Flagg

(8/12/2001)

Frieda Weeks
I was surprised that my favorite author left hometown folks to initiate her character Dena Nordstom. However, as the novel progresses, it is obvious that Dena is looking for home as many of us are. I really liked this novel. I am a fan of Fannie since high school - about 1964-1965 when she produced her hilarious records. Being a southerner makes me feel close to whatever Fannie writes. I is a great book!

Welcome To The World, Baby Girl
by Fannie Flagg

(8/12/2001)

Mrs Caldwell
I'm in the middle of the book. I do enjoy Fanny Flagg's writing style. It's straight-forward and easy to read. Nothing fancy, just enjoyable.

Welcome To The World, Baby Girl
by Fannie Flagg

(8/12/2001)

Daila
Amazing!! best of her work yet.

Welcome To The World, Baby Girl
by Fannie Flagg

(8/12/2001)

Katie
I was a little confused, because the Macky and Norma were mentioned in Fried Green Tomatoes but have no connection, at least so far. (I'm not done with the book) I find it an enjoyable read, but I'm not as in love with the characters as i was in Fried Green Tomatoes.

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