"The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop"

"The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop" by Fannie Flagg 

In the 1930s, Whistle Stop, Alabama, was a bustling

railroad town, where plain, good folks lived. In the best

of times. they laughed together, in the worst of times,

they cried and comforted each other. No pretense, no

flair, just a common place where everyone was welcome. 

Now, many years later, Whistle Stop is a pile of

junk and rubble, a sad, ghost town where a weary

traveler could once stretch his legs on the way to the big city. 

If you are nostalgic, and feel like dropping by to see what

remains, be sure to listen very carefully, because the faint

whispers of what used to be, may echo in your ears. 

Like the lively conversation coming out of the Whistle Stop

Cafe, home of the famous, fried, green tomatoes. Or the

gossip from the beauty parlor owned by Opal Butts where

stylish ladies get their hair done-up every Saturday.

You might even hear Reverend Scroggins preaching

encouraging sermons to his flock of worshippers who 

seldom listen to sound advice.

Bud Threadgoode grew up in this town, and now he's an

old man, determined to return one last time to that place

where fond memories fill his heart and soul. This is his

story, spanning the glorious past, while taking a peek as 

to what's in store for an uncertain future. Join Bud on his

journey as he mourns the loss of so many loved ones,

celebrates newfound friendships, and embraces endless

possibilities in his twilight years. 

Actress Fannie Flagg writes another delightful story in

her Whistle Stop series, with all the warmth and humor of her

two previous books. Step back in time where mellow anecdotes

and lovable characters fill every page. Perhaps the next

chapter about this beguiling town is waiting to be written.