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3.99 AVERAGE
Did the author re-read FGT before she wrote this one?
I ask because I did, this past week. I simply opened up my eyes, swept them from left to right, sounding out words based on the phonics that I learned back in grade school. I retained information, the little synapses in my brain wiggling around and forming memories.
I eagerly opened this book this morning. I’m a third of the way through the book and here is what we learned:
The character of Julian died around Easter 1988 but even though he was alive and well in May 1988 in Fried Green Tomatoes.
Evelyn had a cold, distant mother but in FGT she and her mom were super close and she was devastated by her death, endlessly angry at and fearful of doctors because of her experiences.
Evelyn was a wallflower in high school who never said a word, barely raised her head, no one remembered her at reunions but in FGT, she was a cheerleader, a member of the golden circle
Dot actually stopped her newsletter and moved away in 1964 instead of 1969 as was reported in FGT
Grady was the sheriff until 1958 but is in his 70s in 1991. Even if he was 79, that would put him born in 1912, which would make him sheriff in his 20s. I guess that's possible back then but still odd.
Albert actually died in 1964, not 1978 as his tombstone read
Bud's daughter was named Ruthie, not Norma (okay yes, I know, Norma Ruth but still).
Norma/Ruthie was married to a guy named Brooks, not Macky. She was born in 1964, which is weird because in FGT she had a teenaged daughter in 1986.
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I can't wait to see what else we learn! Maybe Smokey the hobo was actually a millionaire, Ruth never died, and Sipsey owned the town (okay that last one would be awesome).
I had the same issues with the "follow up" to Ya Ya Sisterhood--simple facts like names and dates were just wrong. I get that you are millionaires, set for life and have to literally do nothing for the rest of your life so...maybe, while rolling around in your money, you could...read your first book? Edit? Pay someone to edit? Write stuff down if your memory isn't that good?
Just not impressed so far :(
I ask because I did, this past week. I simply opened up my eyes, swept them from left to right, sounding out words based on the phonics that I learned back in grade school. I retained information, the little synapses in my brain wiggling around and forming memories.
I eagerly opened this book this morning. I’m a third of the way through the book and here is what we learned:
The character of Julian died around Easter 1988 but even though he was alive and well in May 1988 in Fried Green Tomatoes.
Evelyn had a cold, distant mother but in FGT she and her mom were super close and she was devastated by her death, endlessly angry at and fearful of doctors because of her experiences.
Evelyn was a wallflower in high school who never said a word, barely raised her head, no one remembered her at reunions but in FGT, she was a cheerleader, a member of the golden circle
Dot actually stopped her newsletter and moved away in 1964 instead of 1969 as was reported in FGT
Grady was the sheriff until 1958 but is in his 70s in 1991. Even if he was 79, that would put him born in 1912, which would make him sheriff in his 20s. I guess that's possible back then but still odd.
Albert actually died in 1964, not 1978 as his tombstone read
Bud's daughter was named Ruthie, not Norma (okay yes, I know, Norma Ruth but still).
Norma/Ruthie was married to a guy named Brooks, not Macky. She was born in 1964, which is weird because in FGT she had a teenaged daughter in 1986.
----
I can't wait to see what else we learn! Maybe Smokey the hobo was actually a millionaire, Ruth never died, and Sipsey owned the town (okay that last one would be awesome).
I had the same issues with the "follow up" to Ya Ya Sisterhood--simple facts like names and dates were just wrong. I get that you are millionaires, set for life and have to literally do nothing for the rest of your life so...maybe, while rolling around in your money, you could...read your first book? Edit? Pay someone to edit? Write stuff down if your memory isn't that good?
Just not impressed so far :(
I just loved this book. It was wonderful to revisit Whistle Stop after so many years. :)
Not very realistic, but definitely enjoyed the expanded universe and characters.
A fun return to Whistle Stop with updates on all those favorite characters. Not as strong as most of her writing, but a pleasant way to pass some time.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Minor: Death
I loved this story...it was great to revisit Whistle Stop and old "friends"! Having flashbacks into the previous book and then continuing with this generation's characters was fun. I finished the book smiling and to me - that's the sign of a good read!
If you loved Fried Green Tomatoes, you must read this!
How many of you are fans of Fannie Flagg?
Better yet...
Fans of the Whistle Stop Café? Or Fried Green Tomatoes?
Memories.
I will highlight a bit of what one reviewer shared when she said...
“Reading The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop" is like taking a meandering Sunday drive with old friends in a pink Cadillac down a scenic rural highway to a cafe in your childhood hometown, where you miss a few turns, have to backtrack, laugh and cry a little, stop at a few roadside stands for honey and fried green tomatoes.” She continues by sharing that “we might find as we get there that the journey was just as important as the destination.”
So...
If you ever wondered what happened to the original characters, you will want to read this book.
And...
Enjoying the short chapters, it is a quirky, delightful read, that will take you down memory lane, but also introduce you to new characters and how their story will touch and revive the old town that was once vibrant and alive.
Can it be again?
Better yet...
Fans of the Whistle Stop Café? Or Fried Green Tomatoes?
Memories.
I will highlight a bit of what one reviewer shared when she said...
“Reading The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop" is like taking a meandering Sunday drive with old friends in a pink Cadillac down a scenic rural highway to a cafe in your childhood hometown, where you miss a few turns, have to backtrack, laugh and cry a little, stop at a few roadside stands for honey and fried green tomatoes.” She continues by sharing that “we might find as we get there that the journey was just as important as the destination.”
So...
If you ever wondered what happened to the original characters, you will want to read this book.
And...
Enjoying the short chapters, it is a quirky, delightful read, that will take you down memory lane, but also introduce you to new characters and how their story will touch and revive the old town that was once vibrant and alive.
Can it be again?
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes