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Divine Secrets Of The Ya-Ya Sisterhood
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Book Brief
383
Novel • Fiction
Louisiana • 1930s-1990s
1996
Adult
18+ years
850L
Super Short Summary
Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood by Rebecca Wells follows Sidda, a successful New York theater director, as she navigates her troubled relationship with her mother, Vivi, with the help of Vivi's lifelong friends, the Ya-Yas, and their shared memories documented in a scrapbook. Sensitive topics include substance misuse disorders, mental health conditions, death by suicide, child abuse, domestic abuse, and racism.
Emotional
Heartwarming
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood by Rebecca Wells evokes strong emotional responses through its exploration of complex mother-daughter relationships and lifelong female friendships. Praised for its rich character development and Southern charm, criticisms include a sometimes meandering plot and occasional emotional manipulation. Overall, it’s celebrated for heartwarming, relatable storytelling.
Who Should Read Divine Secrets Of The Ya-Ya Sisterhood?
Fans of The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan or Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe by Fannie Flagg will enjoy Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood by Rebecca Wells. This novel is perfect for readers who appreciate rich, multi-generational stories about the complexities of female friendships, Southern charm, and emotional resilience.
563,277 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
383
Novel • Fiction
Louisiana • 1930s-1990s
1996
Adult
18+ years
850L
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