The Whole Town's Talking
By Fannie Flagg
- Release Date: 2016-11-29
- Genre: Fiction & Literature
Description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The bestselling author of Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe is at her superb best in this fun-loving, moving novel about what it means to be truly alive.
WINNER OF THE SOUTHERN BOOK PRIZE
Elmwood Springs, Missouri, is a small town like any other, but something strange is happening at the cemetery. Still Meadows, as it’s called, is anything but still. Original, profound, The Whole Town’s Talking, a novel in the tradition of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town and Flagg’s own Can’t Wait to Get to Heaven, tells the story of Lordor Nordstrom, his Swedish mail-order bride, Katrina, and their neighbors and descendants as they live, love, die, and carry on in mysterious and surprising ways.
Lordor Nordstrom created, in his wisdom, not only a lively town and a prosperous legacy for himself but also a beautiful final resting place for his family, friends, and neighbors yet to come. “Resting place” turns out to be a bit of a misnomer, however. Odd things begin to happen, and it starts the whole town talking.
With her wild imagination, great storytelling, and deep understanding of folly and the human heart, the beloved Fannie Flagg tells an unforgettable story of life, afterlife, and the remarkable goings-on of ordinary people. In The Whole Town’s Talking, she reminds us that community is vital, life is a gift, and love never dies.
Praise for The Whole Town’s Talking
“A witty multigenerational saga . . . [Fannie] Flagg’s down-home wisdom, her affable humor and her long view of life offer a pleasant respite in nerve-jangling times.”—People
“Fannie Flagg at her best.”—The Florida Times-Union
“If there’s one thing Fannie Flagg can do better than anybody else, it’s tell a story, and she outdoes herself in The Whole Town’s Talking. . . . Brilliant . . . equally on the level as her famous Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe.”—The Newport Plain Talk
“Delightful.”—The Washington Post
“A ringing affirmation of love, community and life itself.”—Richmond Times-Dispatch
Reviews
Slow
1By Be JenCouldn’t finish it.Genealogist delight
5By StaynavytomGreat read for genealogists. Wish I could write my family history this well. Easy to read.Imaginative and Captivating
5By CaliochoochoA great read that captures the soul of several generations in a blossoming small town.The Whole Town's Talking
3By MaryBKAZI 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,😐
1By Martagirl39What did I just read?Boring
2By Zwine2The book reads like it's written for the intellectual capacity of young children. And it's not really about anything, shallow and boring.The Whole Town's Talking
5By ArtymusicianOutstanding 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.The Whole Town Is Talking
2By Time is mineUnlike 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.Wow!
5By Ojinaga3dogThis is one of the best ever; read it through in one sitting.Not good
1By Miracle467This 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.
