Instruct: Classify Amazon reviews into positive or negative sentiment
Query: You need the Southern drawl...

Since I "heard" this book instead of "read" it, I think I'm a little biased. Author Rick Bragg narrates the audio book himself & his Southern drawl makes the work lyrical & poetic. Because of this personalization, he creates a real world for the listener. The emotions are palpable.His mother is a model parent although I did wonder how she selected Bragg's father because he turned out to be such a poor choice. The story is a lively but gritty tribute to his mother. It is obvious that his love for her is strong. In telling her story, he also tells his own story between the lines.I enjoyed this audio book so much that I listened to it over two weeks, trying to drag out the story as long as possible. I got used to hearing Bragg's voice on my commute home & I found his accent comfortable & endearing. You don't want to miss this one! (the audio book is also at the library)