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Gods in Alabama
Gods in Alabama
Author: Joshilyn Jackson
A crime from her youth threatens a young woman's future in this extraordinary debut novel that follows in the bestselling Southern tradition of Big Stone Gap. When Arlene Fleet headed off to college in Chicago, she made three promises to God: she would never again lie, never fornicate outside of marriage, and never, ever go back to her tiny home...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780446694537
ISBN-10: 0446694533
Publication Date: 6/1/2006
Pages: 288
Rating:
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
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3.9 stars, based on 322 ratings
Publisher: Warner Books
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
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Helpful Score: 11
Excellent and fast read. This is a great chick book all the way, I started reading it yesterday and read every free moment I had until it was finished- definitely a page turner. The author wrote in such a way that was so detailed and I could really envision being in the same situations. She really described the characters so well. I HIGHLY recommend this book. It is amazing and impressive for a writer's first novel! I am adding her to my list of favorite authors and can't wait to read her Between Georgia and The Girl Who Stopped Swimming.
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Helpful Score: 7
There are Gods in Alabama and I killed one of them.
This story is about a girl who carries around a secret and then is forced to face all that she left behind. The story is told in two ways. One story is told in the present and the other is the story that drove her from Alabama and changed her life in many ways.
I really enjoyed this book. I loved the way the story unfolded and how the ending was not at all what I expected. I loved that although it could have been a heavy story it had just enough humor that it was a light and fun read.
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Helpful Score: 5
Great novel. Alternates from present to past -- both of which are interesting and well written. A family in turmoil over several events and truths revealed bit by bit.
ceylang avatar reviewed Gods in Alabama on + 112 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
I thought this was an amazing book. The author had me hooked from the first chapter and I couldn't put it down. Lena leaves her hometown promising God she'll never return if he covers up a murder she committed. The ending was a complete surprise!
curledupwithabook avatar reviewed Gods in Alabama on + 169 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
Easy to get into. The author gives us a peek into a traditional and somewhat dysfunctional Southern family through the eyes of Lena, the daughter who left it all behind. Begrudgingly, she returns to her roots and faces her dragons - a long-ago murder, the introduction of her (wonderful) black boyfriend, her ferocious aunt and looney mother. Through it all is the deep abiding love of her cousin and, ultimately, the redemption Lena has been seeking. Well written with engaging characters and a heart-wrenching story.
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Had a really hard time getting into this book. Read the first couple chapters, and it just wasn't happening for me. Forwarded the book to a friend without finishing.
PAGirlie avatar reviewed Gods in Alabama on + 3 more book reviews
I found this book to be amazing! I just couldn't put it down. I loved the writing style and how the writer hooked me in the first page. The ending was a total surprise, just couldn't guess how it would end. I've ordered the author's other book and can't wait to get it. I hope she keeps writing.
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This was a good book. It had twists and turns that I did not expect. It was a quick read and I really wanted to get to the end to figure out what will happen. I will read her books again.
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This was a pretty good book. I would recommend it. It is funny in parts and the overall story was good. Put it on your list of books to read.
thom avatar reviewed Gods in Alabama on + 7 more book reviews
A strange promise to God over a misunderstanding and quite a surprising ending. Characters to love, pity, and hate.
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Easy reading book with a good plot twist
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It's a who done-it kind of book that keeps the reader wondering and reading to find out the truth. A very good read.
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I was quite disappointed in this book. The story did not move well and her internal dialogue saying "there are gods in Alabama" became rather silly after a while. There were not any characters that I could care about or root for. Unfortunately I would not recommend this one.
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Excellent book. Easy read with very connectible characters and twists at the ending. A book that will keep you up reading until you finish it.
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This is my second book by Joshilyn Jackson. While I did not enjoy it as much as the first one I read, it was still enjoyable and a pretty easy read. Looking forward to see what else she has out there.
lauren-s avatar reviewed Gods in Alabama on + 16 more book reviews
I really enjoyed this book. It took me a little bit to get started, but once I did, I really got into it.

I would recommend this book!
hrhudson avatar reviewed Gods in Alabama on + 8 more book reviews
I absolutely LOVED this book! It's a good read for anyone who has been running from their problems!
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Great story!! Anyone who has spent any time in the South will enjoy Lena's crazy family. Quite a debut novel!
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This book will catch your attention. Full of twist and turns. True Southern Novel, based in Possett, Alabama. Story of love, family, secrets and lies.


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