ophelion_ 's review for:

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

4.25

inspiring reflective medium-paced

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A good story with fascinating historical and cultural touches, as well as clever word choice and a writing style that was thoughtful and subtly humorous at times.  There are characters many readers can relate to, no matter their generation.  Some passages were a bit tedious, and it took a while for the plot to move along.  The main message of the book is simple and enduring.  Some other themes were not as deftly presented.  I think it is best digested as an intimate family drama or coming of age story, as that is the lasting impression it will leave with me.