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I decided to read “Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe” after reading its appearance in “The Readers of Broken Wheel Recommend.” Those descriptions promised a story with strong women, and Fried Green Tomatoes did not disappoint.
Idgie, Ninny, and Evelyn and more were each so wonderful. Their voices were unique, and their trials and triumphs palpable.
I also found, at least as a white reader, the portrayal of the black experience in the 1930s to empathetic. Though I’m sure this book isn’t ...more
Idgie, Ninny, and Evelyn and more were each so wonderful. Their voices were unique, and their trials and triumphs palpable.
I also found, at least as a white reader, the portrayal of the black experience in the 1930s to empathetic. Though I’m sure this book isn’t ...more
Great book! Ninny offered up some fabulous stories and I liked it that Evelyn found courage and strength from their friendship. I also enjoyed the characters of the Whistle Stop community. They would unite and take care of each other when needed.
Aug 18, 2015
June
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I think I remember reading this when it first came out and really enjoying it. I'll need to put this on my re-read shelf.
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Sweet, pleasant read, but the storytelling is overly choppy and the writing is already dated. It's time to rewatch the movie and see how it holds up after 20 years!
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Possibly the only time I can say that I liked the movie better than the book. However I still enjoyed the book alot.
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