At our monthly book group today we discussed Fannie Flagg’s Can’t Wait to Get to Heaven. I must say I was surprised to find that two of our seven attendees thought it was the most boring and “stupid” book ever. For me, it was both poignant and humorous! I think it’s the small town atmosphere that struck me as being so true to life. Such people help each other, and in doing so find small ways in which to make great differences in others’ lives. The book by the author of Fried Green Tomatoes is not necessarily a literary wonder, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. Have you read it? What do you think?
Wildwood Press
Celebrating words, books and the writing life
4 responses so far ↓
1 Mimi // Nov 5, 2007 at 6:40 pm
Funny and sweet. Elner’s friends got a second chance to thank her for the difference she had made in their lives. I hope they took it. Our book club will discuss this one on Saturday.
2 Coralie // Nov 5, 2007 at 6:46 pm
Thanks for stopping by, Mimi! I hope your book club enjoys this one! Let me know how it goes!
3 Karen // Dec 4, 2007 at 5:49 pm
I asked for this book for Christmas. I hope I get it!
4 Coralie // Dec 4, 2007 at 10:18 pm
It’s a good one! All about good people doing small things and making big differences in others’ lives!
Leave a Comment