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3.21 AVERAGE
3.21 AVERAGE
I was hesitant to read this book because of all the comments I'd heard about Atticus becoming racist, etc. However, this book isn't about Atticus; it's about Jean Louise (Scout) and her becoming her own adult, separating her identity from that of her father whom she's always idolized. There are hilarious flashbacks to Scout, Jem, Dill and Henry, that are every bit as entertaining as they were in To Kill a Mockingbird. I was laughing out loud during several of them. I love Harper Lee's writing style and how it's so simple, yet descriptive at the same time. I love Jean Louise's relationship with Maycomb and the people in it, especially her always proper southern aunt, Alexandra. Jean Louise has been living in New York City, so on her visit back to Maycomb she realizes more and more how she is different and perhaps doesn't fit in anymore. This book is a sort of intellectual coming of age for her, and I think it's good to know that as you start reading Scout's story.
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
It’s worth keeping in mind that this is the original manuscript for To Kill A Mockingbird, and not a true sequel. Considerable editing was done to produce the TKAM we know and love, and readers expecting this to be a continuation of that story will be disappointed to discover differences in plot details and characterization
People being against others having basic human rights is a completely forgivable thing and you’re a bigot for not listening to their side of things? Sure, Jan.
A friend said, "people are talking about Atticus Finch as if he were a real person and not a fictional character," and I wholeheartedly agree. I am sad that people are not reading this book because the media reported that Atticus is a racist.
This is a book that warrants a discussion. It is well written, because Harper Lee can write.
Read this book because you loved Mockingbird. And then make your friends read it and discuss it.
This is a book that warrants a discussion. It is well written, because Harper Lee can write.
Read this book because you loved Mockingbird. And then make your friends read it and discuss it.
challenging
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Die Übersetzung war so platt, und die Story so nichtssagend, einfach keine Geduld dafür
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Wow that was a doozy. What an important book to read. It carried along the theme from To Kill a Mockingbird to stand up for what you believe in even if no one else is.
It shed light on how problematic it
Is for people to say “they don’t see race.” It’s because their life is so privileged they never had to look.
It shed light on how problematic it
Is for people to say “they don’t see race.” It’s because their life is so privileged they never had to look.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism
I enjoyed the writing and storytelling. The su kept matter is hard, but I think it's an accurate insight into the views of the 1950s South, no matter how distasteful it may be. And a good portrayl of a daughter seeing the humanity and faults (?) of a parent.