36 pages • 1 hour read
Lee SmithFair and Tender Ladies
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1988A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Summarizing various reviews, Fair and Tender Ladies by Lee Smith is praised for its strong character development and immersive storytelling, capturing the essence of Southern Appalachian life. Some critiques point to a slow pace and occasional predictability. Overall, the novel's emotional depth and authentic voice make it a compelling read.
Who Should Read Fair and Tender Ladies?
Readers who cherish strong, authentic Southern voices and intricate storytelling will enjoy Fair and Tender Ladies by Lee Smith. Fans of books like The Color Purple by Alice Walker and The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd will find similar emotional depth and rich character development.
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