4-Star Review: Chicken Dinner News by Jeff Billington | Entertaining, Thoughtful Literary Fiction about Small Town Life. @JeffBillington @VineLeavesPress
Book Details
Chicken Dinner News by Jeff Billington
Published by Vine Leaves Press on 06/20/2023
Genres: Literary Fiction
Format: eBook, Paperback
Pages: 284
Ryan Shipley wouldn’t have recognized his grandfather if they were the only two people in a room. So when an unwanted inheritance lands in his lap, Ryan is overcome with obligation. Does he leave his life as a journalist in LA to run his grandfather’s weekly newspaper and revive a dying Ozark town, half of which he now owns?
The overwhelming amount of casserole dishes brought to his door, along with being stopped by anyone and everyone to be regaled about the virtues of his grandfather, don’t sway him. But when he starts to fall in love with more than just a girl named Olivia, Ryan sees a future there.
Change is due for this small town, and Ryan is all in.But when there is talk of a chicken processing plant being built on the outskirts, he writes an editorial in its favor and stirs up trouble. An arsonist and a rigid bigot turn the uproar of the townspeople into mayhem. But it only makes Ryan more empowered to guide the town, and with Olivia by his side, they begin to turn the tide.
Charming and humorously thoughtful, Chicken Dinner News is contemporary fiction for open-minded soul searchers that enjoy books by such authors as Richard Russo, Robert James Waller, and Boo Walker.
Source: Received from the author or publisher for review.
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My thoughts on Chicken Dinner News
Chicken Dinner News by Jeff Billington is a well-written contemporary fiction novel that delves into the complexities of small-town life and captures the essence of rural America. With its charming and humorously thoughtful narrative, the book takes readers on a journey through the life of Ryan Shipley, a journalist from LA who unexpectedly inherits his grandfather’s weekly newspaper.
Despite the many challenges, Ryan is determined to guide the town toward positive change. With Olivia by his side, they embark on a journey of hope, letting go of grudges and challenging misconceptions. The narrative beautifully captures the spirit of resilience and the power of following one’s heart.
Chicken Dinner News is a delightful read for open-minded soul searchers who appreciate the works of authors like Richard Russo, Robert James Waller, and Boo Walker. It offers a captivating blend of intrigue, small-town charm, and thought-provoking themes. Jeff Billington’s novel is a testament to the transformative power of community and a reminder that hope and love can flourish even in the most unexpected places.
I may have received a copy of the book from the author, publisher, or tour company. Otherwise, it is from my personal library or Kindle Unlimited.
This review is my honest, unbiased opinion.
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About Jeff Billington
Raised on a small dairy and poultry farm in Missouri's Ozark Mountains, Jeff Billington spent his childhood listening to family stories and hearing about the changes the twentieth century brought to that celebrated rural region.
He has since spent two decades working in the nonprofit and political realms, most of it in Washington, DC and currently resides in Rockville, Maryland.
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