Growing Up at the Drive-In Movie

Overall, The Starlite Drive-In perfectly mirrors the Midwest of the mid-fifties. Having grown up in relatively the same time frame, although in West Virginia, I can attest to the gritty reality of the book's setting. Details of running a drive-in theater are perfect. The late fifties were the beginnings of the decline that eventually would almost make the outdoor theater a relic of the past.

Good writing is always welcome, and in this book Reynolds demonstrates the ability not only to write well, but to put together a story that will keep readers turning pages far into the night.

CRIS MAZZA TALKS

In my column for Suite 101 a few weeks ago, I reviewed Cris Mazza's extraordinary entertaining novel, Dog People. Mazza, who has received several honors for her writing, graciously submitted to being interviewed. The results of that interview (conducted by e-mail, incidentally) will be the subject of my next column. Tell your neighbors, put up posters on the bulletin board, and come on back, ya hear?

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