To read a summary of what the book is about if you have (like me) not read it over the years, you can go here.
My mother was horrified to learn that of all the thousands of books I have read, To Kill A Mockingbird was not one of them. Let me just say, in my defence, that is isn’t as though I haven’t tried! It’s just there seemed to be a million things preventing me getting to it. I finally decided to get to it when my mom got on my nerves to try it out. I can completely understand now why this book is so extremely popular and why it is taught all over the world. What an absolutely stunning story! I loved the characters, I loved the events, it was not a thoughtless text, there was so much going on. Initially, I was not sure what the deal with Boo Radley was, but I loved the inclusion of it and I loved how those children relentlessly pursued their attempts to see him at the very least. Atticus Finch was truly an honourable man, and his character fascinated me endlessly. Jem and Scout had the most adorable relationship, and I loved reading about them and their antics. The issues that were tackled in this book are still in play today, which is truly unfortunate. Telling the story from the perspective of a child was also a stroke of genius. The book flowed really nicely, and the plot was nice – the way it took shape was very gradual, and then pulling from all over the show, but never once getting confusing. I cannot believe it took me this long to get to this book, but goodness knows that I am glad I finally did. It was an exceptionally rewarding read, and definitely something I can see myself revisiting time and time again. I finally understand the hype. You know what’s insane? I managed to avoid any and all spoilers pertaining to this book throughout my lifetime o.O Shocking, I know, but it was well worth it. What a fresh, new read (for me, people). Scout, too, was an absolute joy for me, she was just not going to conform to what society expected of her, and was completely content to live her life, not to sit by and judge others. Her hands on approach to life was awesome, and the way she was never going to let being a female be a handicap was something I enjoyed. I do love a strong character, and her innocence in it all made her all the more endearing, too. Aunt Alexandra grew as a character, too, and I always appreciated Calpurnia, she was a great figure in the lives of the Finch children. Well, needless to say I was exceptionally impressed with this read.
CLASSIC!!! Love it. My son’s middle name is Harper!
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Really? That’s awesome! I must say it was a great read!
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Beloved IJB,
A most excellent book!! I love this thing!!! This is also one of the only books I’ve ever read that gave me a scare. Excellent work!!
Love,
Eugene
P.S. Tap Tap Tap
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Kindest Eugene Chop,
So glad you enjoyed it! Teehee, it was so well put together. That bit where they heard him laughing from inside? Jeesh!
Love,
JJB
#taptaptap
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IJBSB,
Boo Radley for the win!
Love,
ESC
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ESC,
That scene where she gets that little fantasy where he’s there and they just chat? I thought that was awesome!
IJB
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EJB,
We seem to be gathering toward some reclusives lately. And I’m just fine with that.
#TeamEugene
Love,
TTTSC
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Bestie..
Now that this mother trucking internet has finally allowed me to get onto your comment section, great review. I also really need to get to this eventually.
FRUSTRATED KIDNEY #DEATHTOINTERNET
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Frustrated Kidney,
WHOOP! I think that you would really like it! Let me know when you get to it 🙂
Bkushi
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Wow! I can’t believe you’d never read this!!!! Really is a wonderful book. So glad you finally checked it out and that you enjoyed it. 🙂 Cara will be reviewing the movie for my IMDB thing. You gonna watch the movie now?
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I know right?! My mother really almost had a heart attack when I told her that haha. Yep yep, the movie is up on my watch list, also something I haven’t seen 😀
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You’ll love it. Excellent film. 🙂
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Good for you for getting around to this one! I haven’t read it in forever, but it’s really fantastic, isn’t it? Like Mutant said, I’ll be getting her a review for this movie, which you MUST WATCH!!! Gregory Peck as Atticus = perfection.
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Thanks. Yeah, can’t believe there are some books I have just never gotten to. This was well worth it. Alright, I will be watching it soon!
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