Interesting characters in a well written if at times dark story. Contains some rough language and disturbing subject matter that might not appeal to some groups.

I loved this book. Could not put it down.

My girlfriend recommended this book to me & I wasn't let down. From the very first page I was hooked.

Beautiful book about life long friendships, family, and love. Couldn't put this book down, and have now read it twice. I NEVER read a book twice! Loved it!

My husband was so captivated with Pat Conroy's writing style that he had to read to me the part describing Leo, the main character, riding his bike delivering newspapers in the early morning hours of Charleston... (read more)

9 out of 10 folks in our book group really enjoyed the book. the tenth liked it, but thought it was a bit too wordy.
pretty good when considering the variety of ladies in our group!