1st off I had no problems with Overstock. The book was delivered on time and in excellent condition. The problem I have is with this novel. Having previously read most of Conroy's books I knew to expect flowery descriptions of lowcountry South Carolina and that many of his usual themes of youth into manhood, difficult and uncomfortable relationships with parents, and the duality of the South would likely be in this novel. However what I was not prepared for was the dialog. It was contrived, cliched, not true to life, and most of all - embarassing to read. There is a decent story but the dialog kills what may have been an entertaining work.

I love Conroy's books and this one did not let me down. Great book and excellent price! Shopping with overstock.com has been most convenient and a pleasure.

Pat Conroy's latest book South of Broad is much like his other works. The main character is suffering and has suffered from childhood psychological trauma. He works out his problems within the context of the story . This character"Toad" is well developed and at times too good to be true. He certainly changes the lives of those who befriends. The scene setting in Charleston is perfect as he is from this area and the town plays a character in this story too. If you like intricate florid description and interesting characterization you will like this book.

I have been waiting a long time for a new book by the master lowcountry storyteller, Pat Conroy, and was not disappointed. This is a must read for anyone who is a fan of Conroy, Siddons or Frank. I could not put this book down.

classic Conroy. As a former resident of the low country, the sights, sounds, smells, Conroy describes, brought me back again.