The Crowning Glory of Calla Lily Ponder

By: Rebecca Wells

Narrated by: Judith Ivey

“Rebecca Wells has done it again….A new book full of Southern charm and unique characters…impossible to put down.”
—Houston Chronicle

“Wells weaves that magic spell again.”
—New Orleans Times-Picayune

For Ya-Ya fans everywhere, New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Wells returns with The Crowning Glory of Calla Lily Ponder. The creator of the literary sensations Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood, Little Altars Everywhere, and Ya-Yas in Bloom delivers an unforgettable new stand-alone novel about the pull of first love, the power of home, and everyday magic. No matter if you already adore the Ya-Yas or haven’t yet entered the miraculous world of Rebecca Wells, you are going to love—and never forget—Calla Lily Ponder.

©2009 Rebecca Wells; (P)2009 HarperCollins Publishers

A great read by Judith Ivey

Judith Ivey brings all the characters to life in an amazing performance. Not as sassy as the Ya-Ya's, but more "homespun" like Fannie Flagg's stories.
Having been to New Orleans before, the story takes the reader to many popular attractions I enjoyed revisiting.
I would definitely seek out more Judith Ivey reads and will continue to read Rebecca Wells without considering other reviewers' comments.

Wonderful!

This was a great listen. I am a true Southerner, born and raised and lived in the South all my life. The story was so true to the South and the narration was the best southern accent I have ever heard on audible books by not being phony or over-exaggerated.

Absolutely Fabulous!

What did you love best about The Crowning Glory of Calla Lily Ponder?

Just a wonderful story that brought back wonderful childhood memories for me!

What did you like best about this story?

The description of everything was Great, made me feel like I was there!

Have you listened to any of Judith Ivey’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

no not yet

Who was the most memorable character of The Crowning Glory of Calla Lily Ponder and why?

Calla & her girlfriends

Any additional comments?

Wish there was a part 2 to pick-up where this story ended! It needs to continue!

Not the YaYas

Well it was too much to expect. Enjoyable southern story but I was hoping for one I would love and want to re-read/listen over and over

A winner by Wells

I have loved all the books by Rebecca Wells, and this book is no exception. Really a nice story, very touching, and Judith Ivey doesn't just read it, she PERFORMS the book. Great listen.