Gods in Alabama

by Joshilyn Jackson | Literature & Fiction |
ISBN: 0446694533 Global Overview for this book
Registered by lynlee4 of North Port, Florida USA on 1/13/2007
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Journal Entry 1 by lynlee4 from North Port, Florida USA on Saturday, January 13, 2007
From Amazon:
From Publishers Weekly
Arlene Fleet, the refreshingly imperfect heroine of Jackson's frank, appealing debut, launches her story with a list of the title's deities: "high school quarterbacks, trucks, big tits, and also Jesus." The first god, also a date rapist by the name of Jim Beverly, she left dead in her hometown of Possett, Ala., but the last she embraces wholeheartedly when high school graduation allows her to flee the South, the murder and her slutty reputation for a new life in Chicago. Upon leaving home, Arlene makes a bargain with God, promising to forgo sex, lies and a return home if he keeps Jim's body hidden. After nine years in Chicago as a truth-telling celibate, an unexpected visitor from home (in search of Jim Beverly) leads her to believe that God is slipping on his end of the deal. As Arlene heads for the Deep South with her African-American boyfriend, Burr, in tow, her secrets unfold in unsurprising but satisfying flashbacks. Jackson brings levity to familiar themes with a spirited take on the clichés of redneck Southern living: the Wal-Mart culture, the subtle and overt racism and the indignant religion. The novel concludes with a final, dramatic disclosure, though the payoff isn't the plot twist but rather Jackson's genuine affection for the people and places of Dixie.
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This is not the type of book I would normally read but everytime I went in the bookstore, it seemed to call out to me. One of those times where a book chose me so I bought it.

The story is good with an interesting twist towards the end. I liked the characters and their relationships.

My daughter wants to read this--when she has a chance-HA! Full time student and mother of two wonderful little ones, she won't be reading anytime soon. I'm considering doing this book as my first book ring. By the time it returns, she'll be ready to read and others have had a chance to enjoy in the meantime.

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back to me <---made it home 8/29/07


Journal Entry 2 by lynlee4 from North Port, Florida USA on Friday, April 20, 2007
sent via media mail to sweetybeans. enjoy!

Journal Entry 3 by sweetybeans from Cottage Grove, Oregon USA on Friday, April 27, 2007
just got today in the post. very excited to read it :) will do so asap and then send on - thanks for sharing with me:)

Journal Entry 4 by sweetybeans from Cottage Grove, Oregon USA on Tuesday, May 8, 2007
thank you sooooo much for letting me join the ring. i too kept seeing the cover and was drawn to the book, but never picked it up. i felt that it was well written - similar somehow - (although i am having a hard time putting me finger on exactly what) to secret life of bees. i think it may be her writing style. well i loved it and am looking forward to reading her next book.

pmed the next person on the list

Journal Entry 5 by tenneh from Verdon, Nebraska USA on Monday, May 21, 2007
Received today - will get to it next!

I really enjoyed this book - couldn't put it down! I will definitely be looking for more from this author.

Journal Entry 6 by tenneh at Via Mail in -- Mail or by hand-rings, RABCK, meetings, Nebraska USA on Thursday, May 24, 2007

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going to Ladyknightniko

Journal Entry 7 by LadyKnightNiko from Liberty Township, Ohio USA on Tuesday, May 29, 2007
This arrived today, but I'm sad to say I'm being buried alive in bookrings right now. I'll read this asap and get it out and about again!

Journal Entry 8 by LadyKnightNiko from Liberty Township, Ohio USA on Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Updated to say I'm starting as soon as I log off. =)

Journal Entry 9 by LadyKnightNiko from Liberty Township, Ohio USA on Wednesday, June 6, 2007
I loved this book! Like the readers before me, I found it hard to put down as well. I will definately be getting a copy for my PC.

I have the next reader's address, and will be mailing this tomorrow.

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On to chambejd. =)

EDIT 6.6.07.: This got sent out a day earlier than planned. Happy reading!

Journal Entry 11 by chambejd from Millbury, Massachusetts USA on Sunday, June 17, 2007
I received this book on Friday and will read it soon. Thanks for sharing! This poor little book has seen better days. I promise to take good care of it so it can finish its journey!

Journal Entry 12 by chambejd from Millbury, Massachusetts USA on Sunday, June 24, 2007
I finished this book last night and enjoyed it a lot more than Between, Georgia. I enjoyed the story...it held my interest and it was an easy read. Thanks for sharing it! I'll drop this off at the post office either today or tomorrow.

Journal Entry 13 by spoiledrotten from Waldwick, New Jersey USA on Wednesday, July 4, 2007
Received this in the mail the same week as two other book rings. Will read ASAP and mail on (It may take a little more than a month, so please be patient). Thanks.

07/18/07 Finished this last night. I did enjoy this story, especially the ending. Sent out today to unknowncritic.

Journal Entry 14 by unknowncritic on Friday, July 27, 2007
The gods made it to my mailbox on Monday. Since I was deeply engrosed in Harry Potter at the time of their arrival, I had to set them aside unopened until now.

I have started now and will finish promptly. Thanks Lynlee for the ring, and thanks spoiled for sendin' it on.

Journal Entry 15 by unknowncritic at on Saturday, August 25, 2007

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I'm disorganized right now but trying to catch up. This book is heading home. It (finally) shipped out of Arkansas on Friday August 24th. I'm VERY sorry for the delay!

Journal Entry 16 by lynlee4 from North Port, Florida USA on Thursday, August 30, 2007
arrived home safely! Thank you to everyone & I'm glad it was enjoyed. Will pass along to my daughter - she won't journal :)

Journal Entry 17 by lynlee4 from North Port, Florida USA on Wednesday, September 5, 2007
gave to sarah-she won't journal

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