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A review by halloweenqueenofvermont
The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop by Fannie Flagg
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
So, I gave this book a 4, but I feel like it probably should have been a 3. This book is a sequel of sorts to Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe-a book I LOVE!!! So I figured I’d love this book. I did not love this book.
My biggest complaint was how bland the writing was. And honestly, I have read and enjoyed several Fannie Flagg novels.
I also found some of the original characters’ story arcs unbelievable. The only character she kept true to the original (in my opinion) was Dot Weems.
Finally, this book has absolutely NO conflict in it. NONE. It’s good things happening through the whole book. Which is annoying….
Having said that, this was a fast read, and I actually ultimately appreciated the happily ever after ending.
My biggest complaint was how bland the writing was. And honestly, I have read and enjoyed several Fannie Flagg novels.
I also found some of the original characters’ story arcs unbelievable. The only character she kept true to the original (in my opinion) was Dot Weems.
Finally, this book has absolutely NO conflict in it. NONE. It’s good things happening through the whole book. Which is annoying….
Having said that, this was a fast read, and I actually ultimately appreciated the happily ever after ending.