Georgia Bottoms

Georgia Bottoms by Mark Childress is a book that reminds me of Fannie Flagg's writing--lighthearted with a serious undertone.  Georgia's clothes, personality and all around beautiful person make her the highlight of the book.  Childress's descriptions make you feel as though you are a character in the book.  Georgia's business which she keeps under wraps very well considering the town she lives is her source of income which helps to maintain the family home for which she is solely responsible.  The people in her life are out of a comedy show--her alcoholic brother and mother with dementia are the family she supports.  Her business is entertaining married men who live in town.  These parts are written with finesse.  Georgia has a best friend and a son who comes back into her life 20 years later.  What a delightful book.  A sure winner without heavy drama.

Andorra

I read Andorra because Peter Cameron ,the author, lived in the town where I work, Pompton Plains and he will be visiting our Library in September.  I enjoyed the book which has a very simple plot.  I liked the setting and the characters.  Alexander Fox is the narrator and he relocates to Andorra and discovers many characters.  I am excited to meet Peter and have several questions for him.  On to Coral Glynn.