... Berendt leaves the hectic life of New York City and buys an apartment in Savannah, Georgia. Berendt makes friends all over the city and tells their stories in the book. Jim Williams is a main character, antiques dealer, and public figure. He is accused of murdering a young man working for him by the name of Danny Hansford. Williams claims that Hansford was ... ...

• Word Count: 594
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School

... part of a story. They are real, and therefore they seem real in the book. Berendt gives them a distinctive look and feel that could only come from life. He gives them personality. Savannah itself comes alive. Even the actions of the inhabitants of Savannah are given shape. The actions of the characters also add to the effect of the detail presented by ... ...

• Word Count: 219
• Approx Pages: 1
• Grade Level: High School