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I actually loved this book. It's VERY well-written, engaging, quick-paced, and has a lot of voice and characterization. Every character has an important part, and are well-developed, even the minor characters that don't make much of an appearance. The dialogue and mannerisms are captured incredibly well, and don't come off as saccharine or overdone.
HOWEVER..
After finishing, and ruminating for a few minutes, I really just came away with the impression of a white woman writing about what it might ...more
HOWEVER..
After finishing, and ruminating for a few minutes, I really just came away with the impression of a white woman writing about what it might ...more
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Amazing. Wonderful. Heartbreaking. ...more
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I was taken with this book from the moment I started reading it. Stockett does a fantastic job of capturing the essence of race tensions and social divisions in the 1960's. Her pull from personal experience (growing up with a black maid in a similar time period and location) gave a realistic voice to the characters Aibileen and Minny. However, the focus of the book was not just on racial struggles, but also on class distinctions and women's struggles.
Stockett puts her characters in situations t ...more
Stockett puts her characters in situations t ...more
One of my friends suggested me to read this book. Actually, a more precise of way of putting it is that he saw his mother reading it and that she seemed to have enjoyed it and he thought I should give it a shot. Fair enough.
So, after three days, here's what I can say: stunning. The book is very, very good. It's been a long time since I have read something that kept me awake and on the edge of my seat. The reason why everyone's been buzzing about "The Help" is that you'll find yourself cheering f ...more
So, after three days, here's what I can say: stunning. The book is very, very good. It's been a long time since I have read something that kept me awake and on the edge of my seat. The reason why everyone's been buzzing about "The Help" is that you'll find yourself cheering f ...more
I absolutely loved this book. I read it in two days, and found myself thinking "omg, is it really 3 a.m.?" I couldn't help myself. I love the southern setting, and also the period. Overall a 5 star rating. Nice work.
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I loved this book! I think that it is high time for historical fiction to make a comeback. Not only did this book reawaken my awareness of the Civil Rights Movement it also brought my attention to The Help we have today. Nobody really asks the maids, cleaners, or janitors in the 21st century what their opinion is on anything , when in reality, they probably have some of the most well rounded opinions and information on popular or controversial topics, just from listening to everyone else´s thoug
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Wonderful! The characters are compelling and the desire to see each woman come into her own makes it a perfect companion to other books such as Fried Green Tomatoes.
I loved the depth of these courageous women! It reminds us how far society has come and how much further we need to travel to find true humanity.
Jul 18, 2011
Janani
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