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A review by aecorsilva
To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
challenging
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I absolutely adored Scout's narrative voice: the balance of childishness and maturity was excellent. The plot was well-written, and the book was engaging. However, it was a little difficult to get into, and the datedness of the language means I'm pretty sure I missed a couple of pretty significant things.
Graphic: Death, Hate crime, Murder, Racial slurs, Rape, and Racism
Moderate: Bullying and Ableism
Minor: Suicide and Antisemitism