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Bravo and welcome back, Mr. Conroy. "South of Broad" is a true Pat Conroy novel - unforgettable characters, a heart wrenching story, passages and words that jump off the page. I love the way you embrace and celebrate the town eccentrics and honor your southern heritage in all of your books. Thank you once again for a GREAT read. I hope more is coming soon.

Mon, Jan 4, 2010 16:54 pm 523 Email Remove

Pat,
Tears are streaming down my face - I have just finished South of Broad and may I compliment you once again on your brilliant writing. As an aspiring author who has only lived in the south for 25 years and has a northern German-American, CATHOLIC upbringing, I could never deliver the smooth, subtle, poignant prose you have crafted in ths story although I certainly aspire to do so. Thank you for sharing your talent and gift with me, a fan of yours for many years. The story touched me at such a deep level beginning with my faith and 25 years experience with the Old South.

Mon, Jan 4, 2010 13:25 pm 522 Email Remove

Just finished SOB, I lived in the Charleston area from 86 to 99. I never realized how much I loved the place till we moved. I try to explain my Love for the place to others and just can't seem to put it into words. So when I started the book, and read your description of Love for the place. I said YES, that's it exactly! I plan to share your book with my coworkers and am always telling them. I'd love to take them on a trip to Charleston anytime. I was so surprised at the people and places mentioned in the book that are real to the area. I now have a way to visit the land I love at any time of day. Thank you so much! May God Bless you and keep you well.

Sat, Jan 2, 2010 20:19 pm 521 Email Remove

Ever since I read The Prince of Tides I have been a fan. But you blew me away with Beach Music. What an unbelievable read. I will take that story everywhere with me. Never forget Jack and Leah and Shyla and all she and her parents went through. Am reading South of Broad which my husband ordered off the internet as it is not yet published in Europe and am thoroughly enjoying your prose again. Please don't take so long to write another. Your biggest Irish fan xx

Sat, Jan 2, 2010 16:25 pm 520 Email Remove

I read Prince of Tides and Beach Music once a year, every year, and I cry when I finish them.
Thank you.

Thu, Dec 31, 2009 16:37 pm 519 Email Remove

I have read, and loved, everything you have had published. Nothing takes me home like a Pat Conroy book. I have one complaint - you don't write as fast as I read.

Wed, Dec 30, 2009 06:43 am 518 Email Remove

I made your shrimp and grits tonight. It's Christmas Day and my son gave me your cookbook... just wonderul. We told our children at supper all about our favorite author!! Bless you Pat Conroy and my 2010 be your best year yet!!

Fri, Dec 25, 2009 18:51 pm 516 Email Remove

I absorb your words and command of the English language...your intriguing ability to describe the life in the South now & back when. Just keep writing for those of us who have withdrawal once the next book is finished!
Born in Ga, I grew up in SC, married a Charleston original and we reside in the Northeast where I gladly share your works. Thank you for your stories & eloquent style of writing, Mr. Conroy.

Wed, Dec 23, 2009 15:53 pm 512 Email Remove

Thank you, Mr. Conroy, for making me love a place I hated when I lived there 40 years ago (Charleston). Thank you for your realistic portrait of life for a military brat. Thank you especially for sharing your gift of writing with those of us who only wish we had your gift. Have a merry Christmas!

Wed, Dec 23, 2009 12:28 pm 511 Email Remove

I have recently moved to TX from Bft SC where you were the English teacher of some of my friends! I've read all your books, and just finished "South of Broad". It took me back 'home' for a few days...

Fri, Dec 18, 2009 06:40 am 507 Email Remove