Read in college - did not like as much at the 1st book.

I don't believe that there are 54 books in this section

Not quite as compelling as Ya Ya's.

I read the Divine Secrets book first, which I liked. This book, however, was not as enjoyable. It seemed much sadder and more traumatic, and the characters were not likeable despite their struggles. I was mad and irritated and disgusted with some of them, and they did not earn my sympathy. Not that every character has to earn our sympathy, but I just didn't enjoy learning about their horrible pasts, there was little redemptive value. I really preferred the first book much more.

Loved this one too. A little more in depth on the characters in this one.

If memory serves me right, I think I liked this book better than the Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood. Or if memory fails me, then, it might be the other way around. Maybe I'll read it again someday. For now, "think pretty pink and blue thoughts."

*I swear this is so for-Nicole a book. ;)

Loved the movie and just loved the book even more...everything came together perfectly and not once was I confused, I was immediately drawn in from the very first page...sad, fun, heartwarming and soo much more...definitely a recommended read...

These books have a way of carrying you away to another time that some would wrongly describe as simpler yet it makes you want to live in that era with this group of best friends that are all completely different yet all the same due to their unwavering loyalty and love for each other. Little Altars was a better read for me but you'll definitely want to read Divine first DO NOT WATCH THE MOVIE.

I had trouble finishing this one.

I read this not long after the Divine Secrets of the Ya ya's and this one was harder to put down. Much more interesting and more to learn about all families involved.

must read along with divine secrets and Ya Yas in Bloom. Ya-Yas in bloom is about their childhood. Again, I have all three on my bookshelf at home, and they're real treasures.

I learned that it's great to have friends, and to be Southern, and that everyone probably has mother issues to overcome