Couldn’t finish it.

Great read for genealogists. Wish I could write my family history this well. Easy to read.

A great read that captures the soul of several generations in a blossoming small town.

I am a huge fan of Fannie Flagg's work. This book was a disappointment for me. Sometimes I felt like the character development had little time to fully form because of the sheer number of characters. In addition, it seemed to have undertones of preachy political rhetoric. Flagg's style of writing was the only thing that kept me plodding through the pages. The ending, while interesting, seemed tacked on,

What did I just read?

The book reads like it's written for the intellectual capacity of young children. And it's not really about anything, shallow and boring.

Outstanding book! I loved this book, except the last few pages. As the author invited, I made up an alternative ending. It inspired me to write a book about my own family and community ancestry. Loved the poetic justice and upbeat, positive themes throughout. I love Ms. Flagg's books, and often laugh out loud while reading in public places -- leading to hilarious discussions with other fans in waiting rooms, airplane flights, and family gatherings. Humor is truly a universal language that connects diverse people with laughter...and heals the soul.

Unlike her other novels. Descriptions are lacking color and insight. Chapters are choppy. Not a page turner. I can't believe this novel is her latest writing. It is more like something from one's early years as a writer. I quit reading this when the 50's was the focus.

This is one of the best ever; read it through in one sitting.

This book had no point to it. It's just a book about a town where the people die and hang out at their grave sites. Nothing magical happens, nothing interesting happens, there was no point to this book. It's a book about being reincarnated but with no magic or anything interesting to make you care. I feel like this should have been a free book.