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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community Mar 24, 2000
Pros: Nice story that "ends right"
Cons: Parts of novel not well integrated
Summary: I picked up _Where the Heart Is_ by Billie Letts without much in the way of expectations. I deliberately did not read any reviews of it, nor did I ask anyone about it. (In fact, the reason that I chose to pick it up at all was because Amazon.com's old ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 9, 2003
Pros: Quirky characters who grow on you.
Cons: A little over-the-top in terms of "plot."
Summary: I wonder if Wal-Mart paid Bonnie Letts anything for her massive endorsement of the store in her book Where The Heart Is.
Her main character, 17-year-old Novalee Nation, 7-months pregnant and unlucky with the number 7, finds ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 5, 2002
Pros: Sweet and Simple Story Of Life In The Slow Lane
Cons: Somewhat Overdone
Summary: Where The Heart Is By Billie Letts is a book about poor white trash females and the mistakes they make. It is filled with sentimental hokey colloquialisms and other junk. The only saving grace is that it is fairly well written and it is a ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 14, 2001
Pros: It is an easy and enjoyable read.
Cons: The movie made the book look bad.
Summary: I first picked this book because it was an "Oprah" book. When I started to read it I found that it was actually really good. The love story in it was a little boring in some parts but by the end it was worth waiting for. I enjoyed most of the charachters ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 7, 2001
Pros: Sweet, romantic tale. Gripping. Enjoyable read.
Cons: The story is a bit unrelastic.
Summary: Where the Heart Is by Billie Letts tells the extraordinary tale of Novalee Nation. Novalee overcomes being stranded at an Oklahoma Wal-Mart while seven months pregnant to make a life for herself and her young daughter, Americus. Novalee is a unique ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jun 21, 2001
Pros: Easy Reading
Cons: A little drawn out in places
Summary: When I think back about reading this book.
The first thing that comes too mind is...yes, it was a nice story. The characters were very realistic and touching.
I must admit, near the end of the book, I got a little bored. I feel parts of the ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 22, 2001
Pros: The main character was very inspirational! Good storyline.
Cons: None
Summary: I just started following alot of the books from Oprah's Book Club. This one caught my eye actually by the cover. There was just something about it that was homey and said,"Read me! I did just that in exactly a week. So the story goes.............. ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 3, 2001
Pros: Colorful characters, humor, interesting story
Cons: A little unrealistic
Summary: Well, so much can be said for this book, but let's condense it. It's a very touching story, but it definitley should not be read if you're searching for a meaty, deep book. It's basically a funny, feel good let's all slap each other on the back book. And ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 23, 2001
Pros: Great read, keeps you hooked
Cons: Can be depressing at times
Summary: Pregnant and unemployed, I set out on a quest to read every book from Oprah's Book Club list. I came across "Where the Heart Is" by Billie Letts in the local library and decided to read it. It was complete with book club discussion notes. I read it ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Feb 28, 2001
Pros: Great, lovable characters, realistic plot, touching storyline.
Cons: None.
Summary: I bought this book for two reasons: it was a major motion picture (so I thought it must be good) and it was on sale. When I got it home, I couldn't put it down. I prompted my mom and my sister to read it as well, and they couldn't keep the book closed ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Nov 25, 2000
Pros: Better than the movie, well written
Cons: slow plot in some points
Summary: I saw the commercial for the movie and was so excited to see it when it was at the theater. I wasn't disappointed, although it wasn't exactly what I had expected. After seeing it and talking about it with friends I was told how much better the book was, ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Nov 3, 2000
Pros: listed below.
Cons: listed below.
Summary: I bought this book on a trip back home on the ferry. It seemed to be thing to do because I can never get a magazine to last more then 1/2 hour before I've read cover to cover. I don't usually buy books, I'm more of a library advocate, but this one seemed ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 28, 2000
Pros: Well-written with complex characters and a very quick and involving read.
Cons: None
Summary: This book trapped me within it's covers. I was spellbound from the moment in the car when you meet Novalee Nation and Willy Jack Perkins. I became engrossed in their lives and hungry for every little detail. I wanted to know what happened to them and ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 15, 2000
Pros: Believable
Cons: a few hokey things
Summary: I very much enjoyed this book. I had a hard time putting it down and read it in a few days. I thought the writer, Billie Letts, made the story realistic, I imagined what it would be like to be the main character Novalee Nation. Novalee went through ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 13, 2000
Pros: real page turner, believable characters
Cons: You want to see Novalee's life continue, leaves you wanting for more, maybe a sequal
Summary: The Book is one of the best I have read in a very long time, I hated to put it down, a real page turner. The characters are a true inspiration and you feel you know each of them. Say to yourself isn't he or she just like so-in-so. Or that could be you, ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 9, 2000
Pros: Very fast moving book that holds your interest
Cons: none
Summary: This is one book that I picked up and could not put down. I tend to be very fussy about what I read and how easily I can get into it. This book hit the spot.
A young woman gets left at a Walmart on purpose by her boyfriend. She is also ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 7, 2000
Pros: Easy to read and touching
Cons: Not enthralling as I like
Summary: This book was very interesting and touching, but it is not a super story. It was on my son's book list in technical school, so I read it myself. It was entertaining enough, but I wouldn't recommend it to persons who enjoy great stories of romance and ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Sep 30, 2000
Pros: well written, inspiring, artistic
Cons: Too short...
Summary: Where the heart is, the book, is about a young girl who is only 17 and pregnant. She is abandoned by her boyfriend, and left in a little town where she knows no one. The book tells her story of survival and ability to still make her life worth something ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Sep 15, 2000
Pros: Beautifully written
Cons: I never wanted it to end
Summary: I WILL NOT give you a summary of the story, I want YOU to read it yourself! I WILL tell you that I loved this book! It is heart moving, warming, charming and just plain old lovely! I am SO glad Oprah recommended it!
It is most likely considered a ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Sep 14, 2000
Pros: action, deep thought provoker!
Cons: None
Summary: “Where the heart is” Grabs you from the start!
The author grabs your attention and hold you captive until you reach the conclusion. Sitting on the edge of your seat, you encounter Novalee Nation, 17 and pregnant…she needs to go to the bathroom ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Sep 2, 2000
Pros: It's a great read and a very moving story.
Cons: It's a quick story and I liked it so much I just had wished it was longer.
Summary: Oprah and I both agree...Where the Heart Is is one of the great reads out on store shelves right now. As Billie Lets takes us through the unforgettable journey of Novalee Nation, you will be moved by the triumph of this heroine. Through heart ... read more
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