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There were things I loved about this book and things I did not. I found it difficult to read the chapters narrated by the maids because of the broken English and grammar. With that said, I think Stockett played heavily into some racial stereotypes. And the idea that an educated white woman is the "hero" of the story by risking her personal and professional life by chronicling the maids' stories was a bit frustrating.
I enjoyed the book and was drawn in, and I think it helped bring to light presen ...more
I enjoyed the book and was drawn in, and I think it helped bring to light presen ...more
Thought provoking and disturbing.
Apr 17, 2012
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Julie
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