I have read other books by Lynne Hinton. Her work is always pleasant and uplifting. Pie Town starts a little slowly but gathers speed. The author, an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ, writes intelligently about the Catholic faith and people who practice it in New Mexico. She reminds us that God can be called by many names as she writes a novel about brokenness and healing. A good read.... Lynne Hinton is an excellent author. With that being said, I love stories in the south. This one takes place in New Mexico. Now don't get me wrong, stories can be anywhere but I love the southern feel and charm.This one just seemed like we knew where it was headed, and it wrapped up with a neat bow.The characters are likable, not lovable. I couldn't get close to any of them. They all were just within reach of my fingertips but not attainable. Oris did make me laugh, but I wonder where his humor went at the end? Gone.. just like the storyline.Of course, in Pie Town, no pies! Maybe just like George and Trina blew in, maybe things will "blow" differently in Pie Town and things will change. However it might take some pretty drastic things for the hard-hearted citizens of Pie Town to change. I think the town I live in is JUST like this town however, it made me laugh to think there could be some of those same people here! Very hard to get to know, they just want life and everything to stay the same and no one new for heaven's sake!
What do You think about Pie Town (2011)?
Tried several times to get into it but couldn't. It was just confusing to me.
—pavimnw
intriguing at first, then became perdictable...disappointing.
—carol
