Carol K. reviewed on 10/28/2009 + 2 more book reviews

This slim, Pulitzer-prize winning novel is a gem. Our book group (which reads only prize winning novels) includes a number of Southern ladies, and the story resonated with many of them. I, a Northerner, was quite skeptical and began reading with an 'I don't like Southern women writers' attitude. The first section reaffirmed my skepticism, but as I made my way through sections two and three, my appreciation grew. By the time I finished, I realized what a remarkable piece of writing this is. I'd give it five stars save for the fact that several of the characters come across as a caricature of the type they represent, rather than real people.

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