Books like Six of one by Rita Mae Brown

Six of One unfolds in Runnymede, a town perched on the Mason–Dixon line, where a tapestry of women’s lives interweaves. Celeste Chalfonte, headstrong and aristocratic, is willing to murder for principle and delights in stealing her brother’s wife. Fannie Jump Creighton, the resilient proprietor of a speakeasy in her own home, keeps the town afloat during hard times. The Hunsenmeir sisters, Louise and Julia, bring bold eccentricity to every corner of Runnymede. Wheezie and Juts, lifelong residents, spend their days cheerfully quibbling on everything from men to child‑rearing to driving a car. Together, these sisters and their families embody a vibrant portrait of small‑town life, intergenerational bonds, and the pursuit of personal dreams. Their stories blend humor, heart, and the enduring strength of sisterhood in a richly textured Southern canvas that showcases Rita Mae Brown’s characteristic wit and affection.

First publish date: 1977