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This book should be rated 4 1/2 stars, it is that good. The Help reminds me a lot of To Kill a Mockingbird. I liked the perspective of this book, and it I found that I was thinking about it, when I wasn't reading it.
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I was blown away by this book. I heard the raving and reviews but didn't really believe them. I thought it would be another depressing and overwhelming view of segregation in the south - which strikes to my core.
Yes, it did involve the tragedy of black versus white, poor versus rich, and the ever segragating lines that darkens our lives. But this book was redemptive and strong. The characters didn't just sit back and fear throughout life - they fought their battles and stood for right. They liv ...more
Yes, it did involve the tragedy of black versus white, poor versus rich, and the ever segragating lines that darkens our lives. But this book was redemptive and strong. The characters didn't just sit back and fear throughout life - they fought their battles and stood for right. They liv ...more
a bit cliched for me... good to raise public consciousness though.
Interesting and well put together.
I think this is a wonderful book. No tricks, no drama, no shock tactics. Just well written and a pleasure to read.
Nov 11, 2011
Cheryl
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it was amazing
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What would it have been like to live in the south during this time? An amazing story that makes you think about how people treat other people any where any time.
Loved! That's all there is to it.
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Jun 04, 2011
Shannon
marked it as to-read
Mar 14, 2012
Te-ge Bramhall
marked it as to-read
Dec 02, 2012
grace
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