4 Aug 2025

Something to Look Forward To: Fictions, a review by Shelley

by Shelley | posted in: Shelley | 1

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Something to Look Forward To: Fictions
Fannie Flagg

Publication Date: August 19th, 2025
Random House
288 Pages
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Genre: General Fiction

There is something warm and comforting about a Fannie Flagg book. Everyone has heard of Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe, and I loved that one, but she has also written numerous other books that I have loved. This collection is no different, and it was filled with Flagg’s usual humour and heart.

This set of stories brings the reader to small-town America with endearing characters and charming tales. I loved how her stories revolved around community and finding friends in the least likely of places. Her characters enjoy the simple joys of life. They feel like friends, and they turn the ordinary into extraordinary. The writing is simple yet poignant, and though I admit it isn’t for everyone, it was everything I needed right now.

Full of laughter and sentimental moments, this collection is the perfect feel-good escape and a heartwarming reminder that there is sunshine after the rain. This is the perfect example of feel-good fiction, and I am so here for it. It left me feeling optimistic and with a big smile on my face, because we always have something to look forward to.

All. The. Stars.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

Davida Chazan

August 5, 2025 | Reply

Okay, so I wasn’t thrilled with a few of these stories, but mostly they were lovely. I gave it 4.75/5 stars!

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