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. … 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
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Heartwarming. Endearing
I loved this book, very informative.
“Wonderful characters “ says it all.
Fannie Flagg at her best. Don’t miss this one.
A waste of my time.
Fannie Flagg is unique, fun, interesting…
This is an easy, fun read.
Predictable, but peaceful and a great view of the building of American over several generations.
I love Fannie Flagg’s books and this is one of her best. As usual, her characters are people I’d love to know in real life. Nice slice of parts of life.
i loved the story line – how it went through all the decades – the characters were alive. ‘-)
Very disappointed
I downloaded this b/c I’ve enjoyed Fannie Flagg’s books but this one was very strange. I kept plodding along, hoping for a better ending, but was disappointed.
Mildly amusing but since there wasn’t much of a plot, it was way too long.
Always love Fannie Flagg!
Probably my favorite from this author so far. Very whimsical, endearing characters and the ending blew me away.
This is a wonderful story of the creation of a town and the folks who live and die there. I have never read a Ms. Flagg story that I didnt like. This one is true to form. I loved it!
A wonderful, warm story with an ending you’ll never see coming. Make every effort to find and read it.
Loved the book! Especially enjoyed seeing characters that I met in her other books. Very enjoyable book.
Love all of Fannie Flagg’s books!
Fanny Flagg is always a really good read.