Erin King asked this question about The Help:
My 12 year old daughter would like to read this. I have not read it in a few years and can't remember if there is anything graphic that she will encounter. What do you think about a middle school student reading this?
Nena Yeah sure, if you think taking one's bodily excrements, putting in a pie, covering it with whipped cream and feeding it to another human being is okay…moreYeah sure, if you think taking one's bodily excrements, putting in a pie, covering it with whipped cream and feeding it to another human being is okay, have at it then. I am sure your 12 year old will somehow benefit from this knowledge. (less)
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by Kathryn Stockett (Goodreads Author)
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