The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion by Fannie FlaggThe two-pump filling station. As the attendant wipes the dirt and oil from his hands, he rushes to the waiting car, pops the hood and checks the tires. All with a smile. As he cleans your windshield, enjoy a cream soda from the soda pop machine and trade some local gossip. Now picture lovely ladies doing a man's job....
Sarah Jane (Sookie) Poole from Point Clear, Alabama is finally breathing a sigh of relief. After planning three successful weddings for her daughters and knowing that her son is on his own, it's time for some rest and relaxation with husband Earle. Certainly he is ready to take some time off from his busy dental practice. Now if they can just slip away from the prying eyes of Sookie's meddlesome eighty-eight year old mother, Lenore Simmons Krackenberry. Easier said than done. Domineering, overbearing, and always the life of the party, everyone in town knows Lenore. Sookie lives in her shadow. She resigned herself to that fact long ago. Then one day a registered letter arrives at Sookie's doorstep, and the person she thought she was is suddenly in question. Troubling news from a stranger takes Sookie on a journey of discovery to Wisconsin, California and the Midwest. Her quest for the truth takes her back in time to the 1940s and World War II days where she discovers a most remarkable woman, Fritzi Jurdabralinski and her amazing Polish family. What Sookie learns about her past creates an inspirational beginning for her and the family she so dearly loves; in ways she never imagined.
Here we have two distinct story lines that intertwine with one another in a most delightful way. This is an endearing, laugh-out-loud novel filled with quirky, eccentric characters (just look at the names!), and little-known history about World War II. Meet the bold, courageous women of the War and learn about their dangerous chosen profession. Women that were pivotal in shaping the lives of those back home. Flagg has created a memorable, amusing tale worth reading. And yes, the title becomes oh so crystal clear.
Stop in and visit the All-Girls Filling Station. You'll be glad you did.......
Sounds delightful! Another one for my list.......
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