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Tuesday, February 1, 2011

'Saving CeeCee Honeycutt' by Beth Hoffman

Synopsis (from author's webpage):
The day CeeCee discovers Camille in the front yard wearing a tattered prom dress and tiara as she blows kisses to passing motorists, she knows her mother has completely flipped. When tragedy strikes, Tootie Caldwell, a previously unknown great-aunt comes to CeeCee’s rescue and whisks her away to Savannah. Within hours of her arrival, CeeCee is catapulted into a perfumed world of prosperity and Southern eccentricities—a world that appears to be run entirely by women.




My Thoughts: Well, I absolutely adored CeeCee and all of the women in her life, even her crazy mom. This book made me laugh, cry, and sigh with longing because I wanted to be a part of this family!. I think all girls should have the opportunity to grow up surrounded by a group of women who love, support, and cherish her. I can't believe that this is Beth's debut novel!! She certainly hit a home run with CeeCee and I am eagerly waiting for her next book.

Recommend? Absolutely! Especially for those that enjoy Southern fiction. This one has it all...family, drama, secrets, tears, love, heartbreak, and best of all- HOPE!!!

Rating: 5/5

Author: Beth Hoffman
Pages: 306
Genre: Southern Fiction with heart!
ISBN: 9780143145547
Source: I received this book from Diane @ Bibliophile by the Sea.

Disclaimer: I was not compensated for my review. My thoughts on this book were in no way influenced by the author or publicist.They are my personal reflections based solely on MY experience while reading this novel
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33 comments:

  1. JoAnnFebruary 1, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Everybody seems to love this one!

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  2. Mary (Bookfan)February 1, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    Wasn't it wonderful? One of my favorites.

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  3. pamFebruary 1, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    This has been on my list for the longest time, I really need to get to it!

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  4. SerenaFebruary 1, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    I am so glad that you enjoyed this book. This was one of my favorites from last year's reading. I couldn't believe it was a debut novel either! So well done. Oletta was my favorite.

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  5. Nicole (Linus's Blanket)February 1, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    I loved that there was so much compassion in this books for these characters. That really came across to me so well. Glad it was such a stellar read for you.

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  6. rhapsodyinbooksFebruary 1, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Ack, this book finally came up to me in the library hold queue, and I had to put it back because I have made too many review obligations! But I will get to it eventually, and then have the distinction of being the last person on earth to read it! :--)

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  7. bermudaonionFebruary 1, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    I loved this book too! As fabulous as CeeCee was, I think Oletta was my favorite!

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  8. Joanne @ Slice of LifeFebruary 1, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    I love a book that makes me feel so many different emotions....I'm adding this one to my list! Thanks for the recommendation! :)

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  9. Nise' February 1, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Glad you enjoyed this one. I want to be surrounds with those women too.

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  10. (Diane) Bibliophile By the SeaFebruary 1, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    I absolutely loved this one as well Staci, and that cover is just so awesome as well. Nice Review.

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  11. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    One of my favorites from last year. Glad you loved it too :)

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  12. Carol February 1, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Another Beth Hoffman fan here.
    A wonderful read.

    carol

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  13. kayerjFebruary 1, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    I've got to read this one--so many good things have been said about it. thanks for the recommendation.

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  14. MargotFebruary 1, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    I knew you would love CeeCee. I liked Oletta and Aunt Tootie and the neighbor ladies too. I want this to be a movie but, if not, I'll definitely read it again.

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  15. The BumblesFebruary 1, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    Everybody loves Cee Cee! And Beth. I need to take a ride on that bandwagon and enjoy the ride.

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  16. KailanaFebruary 1, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    One of these days I am going to read this book!

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  17. BlodeueddFebruary 1, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    I do hear it is so great and I am glad you liked it. I am sure I will too :)

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  18. Jan von HarzFebruary 1, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Well that settles it I need to read this one. High praise works for me.

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  19. ElisabethFebruary 1, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Ditto, ditto ,ditto! Can't wait to see what Beth Hoffman publishes next!

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  20. Beth HoffmanFebruary 1, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Hi Staci ... I just got a Google Alert of this post, and thought I'd stop by.

    What a wonderful review! I'm delighted that you enjoyed CeeCee's adventures; thanks so much for your kind words. I loved writing the book so much that I was sad when I typed THE END.

    It made my day to read your review and also all the comments. I'm grateful to you and to everyone who stopped by your blog today!

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  21. Beth HoffmanFebruary 1, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Hi Staci ... I just got a Google Alert of this post, and thought I'd stop by.

    What a wonderful review! I'm delighted that you enjoyed CeeCee's adventures; thanks so much for your kind words. I loved writing the book so much that I was sad when I typed THE END.

    It made my day to read your review and also all the comments. I'm grateful to you and to everyone who stopped by your blog today!

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  22. LindaFebruary 1, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    I keep seeing this one everywhere. I'll get to it one of these days. Great review!

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  23. Natalie~Coffee and a Book ChickFebruary 1, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    I won this book from Bermuda Onion's giveaway that she was hosting recently! I need to read this one soon!

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  24. Robin MFebruary 1, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    This one's on my wish list. I should move it up. I'll break down one of these days and get it on my nook.

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  25. BonnieFebruary 1, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    I knew that you would love this book! It's one of my favorites and I can't wait for Beth's next book and her next book tour!

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  26. UnknownFebruary 2, 2011 at 5:48 AM

    I love the cover. Sounds like an interesting book though.

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  27. AnnaFebruary 2, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    I loved this book, too. It was one of my favorite reads from last year. :)

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  28. DarleneFebruary 2, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Glad you liked this book too Staci - it's a wonderful book!

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 2, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    I've been meaning to pick this book up for a while, partly because of the rave reviews, but also because it seems like one that both my mom and I would like. It's always great to have a book mom & I can chat about. Maybe I'll have to give it to her for mother's day...

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  30. Cinnamon owlFebruary 2, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    I am heading straight from here to our library website to request this book - I love southern fiction.

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  31. TeddyreeFebruary 4, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    So glad you adored this one too, one of my faves. Do you know when Beth's next book is due out?

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  32. Thoughts of JoyFebruary 4, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    I didn't have the same reaction, but I'm so glad you loved it. It's such a great feeling!

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  33. Julie February 7, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    Every time I see this book, I want to smack myself in the head for not buying it already! Thanks for the wonderful review!

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