Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt

I really enjoyed Angela's Ashes - McCourt's writing style is easy to follow and really leads you into the streets of Limerick.  He skips through time and focuses on the stories that changed him and molded him and affected him the most.  It is interesting to see the most innocent (or not) small moments that end up meaning the world to little Frankie.  I also enjoyed the way that McCourt set the stage by referencing WWII events indirectly and letting the reader draw their own conclusions.  WWII is certainly not the main focus of the book, but it is something that affected everyone in the world and you can feel through the writing how it affected Frank and his family.  Definitely a well written piece that is also interesting and holds your attention.  Not very many critically acclaimed "instant classics" are also on the New York Times Best Seller list as long as this one was.  It definitely says something for the book.

5/5 stars - a must read.