The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (Random House Reader's Circle)

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (Random House Reader's Circle)

by: Mary Ann Shaffer, Annie Barrows List Price: $14.00 Amazon.com's Price: $8.40 You Save: $5.60 (40%) as of 11/07/2009 23:37 EST Used Price: $6.36 Collectible Price: $39.95 Third Party New Price: $7.23 Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours This item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping. Binding: Paperback Dewey Decimal Number: 813.6 EAN: 9780385341004 Edition: 1st Thus. ISBN: 0385341008 Label: Dial Press Trade Paperback Manufacturer: Dial Press Trade Paperback Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 290 Publication Date: May 05, 2009 Publisher: Dial Press Trade Paperback Release Date: May 05, 2009 Studio: Dial Press Trade Paperback Features: ISBN13: 9780385341004 Condition: NEW Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark. Click here to view our Condition Guide and Shipping Prices Related Items: The Help Olive Kitteridge: Fiction The Elegance of the Hedgehog Sarah's Key The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (Vintage) see more Alternate Versions: Click to Display Browse for similar items by category: Click to Display Editorial Review: Product Description: January 1946: writer Juliet Ashton receives a letter from a stranger, a founding member of the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. And so begins a remarkable tale of the island of Guernsey during the German occupation, and of a society as extraordinary as its name. Customer Reviews Average Rating: Rating: - A Little Gem! I had forgotten that the Channel Islands were under German occupation during World War II. This little gem of a book brings that part of history to life with such charm and tenderness that you just don't want the book to end. The format is similar to 84 CHARING CROSS ROAD and FRIED GREEN TOMATOES, but this is the best of the three books. You feel as if you know these people and that they actually existed. It has spurred me on to read more about the Channel Islands and their history and, if I'm lucky, I'm going to see them for myself. Rating: - Absolutely Delightful! This is one of the most charming, enjoyable books I've read in a long, long time. In my estimation it's right up there with To Kill a Mockingbird. I give it the highest of recommendations. If you're in the mood for a "gentle" read, one that illuminates the human spirit, I highly recommend The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. My only regret is that I can only read it for the first time once. I would love to have the experience all over again. Rating: - I'm ready to pack up and move! I wasn't too sure if I would like this book or not. A book of letters... didn't sound enticing to me at all. However, I must say that the author has done a magnificent job of drawing me in. I love these characters! I'm ready to pack up and move to Guernsey! Not only do I like the characters, but I love the writing, the kindness and consideration of each other, the politeness and courtesy! Where has it all gone? It brings to mind a slower paced life with time to value friendships and share. This book has led me in a multitude of directions, I want to know MORE! I've already downloaded information about Charles Lamb. I've visited the Guernsey travel site. I've looked up a recipe for potato peel pie! Obviously I'm enjoying the book. I haven't finished it yet, but I had to share that this is one of the best reads I've had in awhile. I'm a mystery/thriller kind of gal, so for me to rave about a book like this, it definitely says a lot about the book, the author, and the writing style. I'm so grateful my book club "forced" me to read it. Enjoy! Rating: - I loved this book Charming and funny, with a lot of interesting information about the occupation of Guernsey by the Germans during WWII. It even has a happy ending. I hadn't planned on reading this book, so it was a really great surprise. Rating: - Loved it This book is so enjoyable that I just finished it and have started it ALL OVER AGAIN! That is an absolute FIRST!!! see more