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Oh man, I love this book. I don't know if I'm going to get around to re-reading it though. I have too many other books that I want to read!
Can't actually find my copy of this so might just buy the kindle edition. I want to join in seeing as I voted for it!
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Still, I love this.
#TeamScout
I'm new to the group. I was aiming to start reading this today, but I haven't finished reading my other book yet. It might have to wait a few days, but I'm definitely in.
Welcome Evert. Hope you enjoy the book! :)
Right. I Have finished my other book, the Hobbit if you wanted to know, and am starting in this one tomorrow for fear of falling behind; I'm a slow reader unless I find the story really, really good. Have people already started? first thoughts? without giving too much away of course.
Stevo wrote: "Can't actually find my copy of this so might just buy the kindle edition. I want to join in seeing as I voted for it!"Unfortunately this book isn't available to buy in electronic version. :-(I had to pick up a paper copy last year when I read it to my children. I normally read everything in ebook and audiobook formats.
I've read the first chapter. I've got no idea where this is going, but I love the writing style of Harper Lee. Got my heart pumping already and it wasn't even that much of an exciting part haha.
Got to chapter 10 today. I can't remember the last time I read a book this good. I've said it before, but this writing style is superb! I love how Scout and Jem are being pictured, they seem so real I've got a feeling I'm really getting to know them.Is there anyone reading along? Any thoughts so far? Or am I supposed to wait 'till after the end date? :P I nearly can't keep all this praise to myself!
Go on ahead, Evert. No schedule, and you can definitely comment as you go. :) I completely agree with you regarding the depiction of Scout and Jem, and really the whole community. I love how vividly it's all shown through Scout's point of view.
Dang I really want to re-read this book. I maybe will try to squeeze it in.
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So true Chris! Scout is such a great character.
It's been so long since I read this book but I do remember Scout
So, I looked for other books by Harper Lee, but I can't seem to find any. That's a darn shame! On a different note, I'm not going to join the Christine read as I've got an agreement with my girlfriend I wouldn't buy any more books 'till I've read the ones I own, and I don't own Christine yet. I'll be reading some books you've already read in the group reads.
I'm not finished with Mockingbird yet. Still loving every single line. This is going to be one of my all time favorites. I've never read a book that is so hard to put down.
Yeah, she was a one-book-wonder. She wrote throughout her life, but published no other novels. :(
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I remember hearing a rumor that Harper Lee didn't actually write To Kill A Mockingbird, rather her good friend Truman Capote did. I think this was based on the fact that she wrote no other books and they were such close friends. I don't believe it, and I don't think there was any evidence to support that claim.
I don't believe it either, but that was brought up and refuted in the documentary "Hey, Boo!" which was really interesting.
Catherine wrote: "Stevo wrote: "Can't actually find my copy of this so might just buy the kindle edition. I want to join in seeing as I voted for it!"Unfortunately this book isn't available to buy in electronic ve..."
How weird! Found mine though - it was staring me right in the face. Realised first time I checked I was looking for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. Wrong bird titled book!
Mockingbird is so good. Its keeping me from The Waste Lands.
Stevo wrote: "Catherine wrote: "Stevo wrote: "Can't actually find my copy of this so might just buy the kindle edition. I want to join in seeing as I voted for it!"Unfortunately this book isn't available to bu..."
The first time I read To Kill A Mockingbird I kept getting it confused with One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, too. Lol. I do want to read that one also at some point!
Kathy wrote: "The first time I read To Kill A Mockingbird I kept getting it confused with One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, too. Lol. I do want to read that one also at some point! "Makes me feel a little less mad!
I've found Mockingbird to be unputdownable this weekend - I'd forgotten how great it is.
I'm down to the last 100 pages. One of the reviews in my copy say: When you're finished you want to start right over again. I think he's right. I'll be sad when it's over. Most books have boring parts even just a few or smaller parts...but, I've had none yet with Mockingbird and I don't reckon that's going to happen either.
I find that, even though it is a little girl's point of view Scout, or Harper Lee, always stays happy or somewhat light-hearted, even when dealing with these serious matters. What a powerful writing-style this is!
Finished reading it. Here's my review MINORSPOILERS!!!!MINORSPOILERS!!!!!MINORSPOILERS!!!!!MINORSPOILERS!!!!!!MINORSPOILERS!!!!!!!MINORSPOILERS!!!!!
This is the best book I have ever read and probably will read in the foreseeable future. Truthfully, if I could give this book 10 stars I would have done so.
Scout and Jem are the best kid characters I have ever had the privilege to meet through a story. I loved every second of their childhood even when nothing seemed to be happening. And now that I've finished it I think that is the real story of the book; Just two kids growing up in Maycomb around 1930/1940. Sounds boring, but it is everything but boring. The people in the small Alabama town are so vivid it's like you're really getting to know them. Some of them you'll like, some of them you'll despise, but you will know them.
The book is written through older Scout's eyes. Her recollections are so well-written it could be mine or anyones else's story, or memory of building a tree-house when you were young for example. You'll smile and laugh when the narrator feels like she's laughing. You'll feel sorry for the characters when the narrator feels sorry.
I'm actually at a loss for any more words, I'm just going to leave it here. The book is best read without any telling beforehand. Just read it and, as one of the critics wrote it best in my copy, you will want to start right over when you're through.
Totally agree Evert. I could keep reading on and on about Scout, Jem and Atticus' life beyond where the book leaves off.
I love this book. So beautiful and nostalgic. Scout is simply adorable too.
Glad to see the group reading this - I had the infinite pleasure of directing a school production in the round last year. As for the novel, I've read it twice and can see how it's a literary touchstone for SK and essential reading for all. American Classic, American dream, courtroom drama, race debate, the mysteries of the tree and of Boo Ridley.... And from the trial verdict to the end it's a real JUMPER. Maycomb could even be a blueprint for Derry, Maine with not too much imaginative stretching. Anyway, hope you all enjoy.
My favorite book recommended by my favorite author! I so wish I had the time to reread it. As is said, I envy those that get to experience it for the first time.
I can now say I envy those people as well, and I've just read it XD
Really love this book. It's right up there alongside Absalom, Absalom.
Great book. I am glad (and surprised) I did not know the story before hand.Story flows beautifully without a dull moment. Would recommend to anyone especially those who need an introduction to fiction. This is how you compose a story.
Have recorded the film version this week but don't know if it is too soon to watch it. Can anyone comment on the adaptation?
Very surprised Mrs Lee did not attempt another novel.
Loved this book. The only thing that I hate is it left me wanting to know what happened AFTER the book. That's why I love Stephen King. His books give me something to work with. Although his short stories tend to leave me with the same feeling.
Stevo wrote: "Catherine wrote: "Stevo wrote: "Can't actually find my copy of this so might just buy the kindle edition. I want to join in seeing as I voted for it!"Unfortunately this book isn't available to bu..."
Now available for pre-order as an ebook! Release date is July 8th. I've been holding off on a reread for awhile in the hopes that it would be available as an ebook and it's finally happening. One of my all-time faves, and I can't wait to read it again.
FYI, also noticed a Separate Peace is finally availabe is an ebook.
Nate wrote:Now available for pre-order as an ebook! Release date is July 8th. I've been holding off on a reread for awhile in the hopes that it would be available as an ebook and it's finally happening. One of my all-time faves, and I can't wait to read it again.FYI, also noticed a Separate Peace is finally availabe is an ebook.
I was also excited to see this news. I have them both in my wishlist to buy when they are released. I re-read them both last year but I will still pick up the ebooks for future re-reads. :-)
Can't stand this book, to bs honest. It's far too dainty.
