“Rebecca Wells has done it again….A new book full of Southern charm and unique characters…impossible to put down.”
—Houston Chronicle
“Wells weaves that magic spell again.”
—New Orleans Times-Picayune
For Ya-Ya fans everywhere, New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Wells returns with The Crowning Glory of Calla Lily Ponder. The creator of the literary sensations Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya … Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood, Little Altars Everywhere, and Ya-Yas in Bloom delivers an unforgettable new stand-alone novel about the pull of first love, the power of home, and everyday magic. No matter if you already adore the Ya-Yas or haven’t yet entered the miraculous world of Rebecca Wells, you are going to love—and never forget—Calla Lily Ponder.
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Started off sweet but then boring
This book was just “ok”. I was very moved by her other books, but I felt like this one did not develop characters as well.
Sweet, a little simplistic
I am a Rebecca Wells fan and this one did not disappoint. Great character building and excellent storytelling, as always. Her place descriptions put you there.
Not what I would expect from this author. Don’t bother
Loved it, wonderful characters from main to minor. Great story.
I loved the story line, the characters personalities, and the southern charm of La Luna. There’s a lot of love, hurt, and healing wrapped up in this book. I highly recommend it!
loved this book
These characters seems more gloss than substance making it difficult to feel any connections. Still reading but it is a challenge.
This book was entertaining. I found it very wordy in parts.
I wanted to live in La Luna, LA and know all of the people there! I especially wanted to hang out with Calla Lily Ponder!! One of those books you wish would never end!
The author has a way of creating very believable, very likable characters. It’s nice to have a Southern town represented as a place where neighbors and families care for each other and celebrate each others’ lives. I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
An easy read for those who enjoy stories set in the deep South. It’s full of traditional Southern charm and feisty Southern characters.
Rebecca Wells knows how to write a can’t put down story.
Wonderful. The author is truly gifted in how beautifully she writes. I didn’t want it to end.
I grew up in the south. My childhood was very much like this. I am drawn to stories such as these.
I have a special affection for a character who spends her days doing other people’s hair. My mother was a hairdresser for 60 years and we had a shop. I bought a copy for my sister who taught cosmetology at a vocational high school for 32 years. The characters and life lessons were heart warming even during the tragic times. Hairdressers are …