Wow, What a Classic!
I’ve seen the movie several times and love it. However, I never read the book, until recently.
Harper Lee engaged me from the first paragraph. Her characters come alive. The narrator is an eight-year-old girl named Scout. She tells the story of her small southern town during the depression and of her family. The father Atticus, was a lawyer, appointed to defend a black man for rape. I only hope that there are really fathers somewhere in real life that are like him! Yet, this was not a sappy book.
If you’ve seen the movie and enjoyed it, you need to read this book. There are so many little enjoyable snippets that were not in the movie. If you haven’t seen the movie, nor read the book, treat yourself. I highly recommend this gem!
5/5
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Thanks Teddy – I added a link to your review to mine 🙂
I read the book too. So beautiful. Loved first half, second, not so much.
I read this book in High School . Also saw the movie which both left an impact. I am going to put on my Goodreads to be read list. It’s a book I need to revisit.
Read this book in Grade 10. Loved it. I would like to read her “new” book which will finally be published.
I don’t think I’ve read this book and it’s been a long time since I saw the movie. I bought the book and Go Set on a Watchman and hope to read them soon. Great review, Teddy!
No wonder this book is a bestseller and so well-loved. Completely wholeheartedly agree with your review, Teddy. A must read for everyone!