Cold Sassy Tree
by Olive Ann Burns
Cold Sassy Tree by Olive Ann Burns holds a well received rating of 3.99 out of 5, based on 82.3K reader ratings. First published in 1984. The book spans 391 pages.
About Cold Sassy Tree
The one thing you can depend on in Cold Sassy, Georgia, is that word gets around--fast.On July 5, 1906, scandal breaks in the small town of Cold Sassy, Georgia, when the proprietor of the general store, E. Rucker Blakeslee, elopes with Miss Love Simpson. He is barely three weeks a widower, and she is only half his age and a Yankee to boot. As their marriage inspires a whirlwind of local gossip, fourteen-year-old Will Tweedy suddenly finds himself eyewitness to a family scandal, and that’s where his adventures begin.Cold Sassy Tree is the undeniably entertaining and extraordinarily moving account of small-town Southern life in a bygone era. Brimming with characters who are wise and loony, unimpeachably pious and deliciously irreverent, Olive Ann Burns’s classic bestseller is a timeless, funny, and resplendent treasure.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Olive Ann Burns |
| Published | 1984 |
| Pages | 391 |
| Kindle Price | $11.99 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics, Young Adult, Romance |
| Average Rating | 3.99 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 82,281 |
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What genre is Cold Sassy Tree?
Cold Sassy Tree is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is Cold Sassy Tree worth reading?
Based on 82.3K reader ratings, Cold Sassy Tree has an average score of 3.99 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Cold Sassy Tree?
Cold Sassy Tree has 391 pages.
Who wrote Cold Sassy Tree?
Cold Sassy Tree was written by Olive Ann Burns. It was first published in 1984.
What is the ISBN for Cold Sassy Tree?
The ISBN-13 for Cold Sassy Tree is 9780385312580.0.
How much does Cold Sassy Tree cost on Kindle?
Cold Sassy Tree is available on Kindle for $11.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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