To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee?

Question

I have to choose a novel to read for class and this was in my bookshelf. I'm in the 10th grade, 16 years old, I consider myself to be intelligent.
Do you think I would be interested in it?
What do you think of this book?

Answer 1

This is my all-time favorite book, and trust me, I've read several. I'm not sure how anyone might think it's an "easy read"! It's actually quite deep, mainly because of subject matter. It really has a lot to say about racism and how much of an impact it had, and still has on everyday life. Primarily the way in which we view crime and punishment. There are real life lessons to be learned from this book, and I suggest that everyone should read it at least once in their life. Definitely read this book and look deeply into what you read, because there is knowledge worth learning within it's pages.

Answer 2

This is definetly readable for you- it is often on the required reading list for ninth graders. It's a sweet book, and its meandering plot does come together, plus it makes good points and is overall quite interesting. It is historical fiction (though written at that time in history) and a great commentary on the time period, but if that isn't what you like to read, then you would be better off finding a different book. I liked it when I read it in ninth grade, and I know an averagely intelligent girl who thinks that it's the best book that she's ever read, if that says anything about its reading level or interesting-ness. If it sounds interesting, read it- it is a quick read for its length, so even if you don't enjoy it it will be over quickly, and it gives you great class discussion or whatever you want to use it for.

Answer 3

It's a great novel (I've taught it.) Here are some reviews from people who have also read it:

"Somehow my education did not impose on me a reading of Harper Lee's "To Kill a Mockingbird," although I saw the excellent movie based on it several times. What a pleasure to discover, when finally picking up the book in my middle age, that the people who inhabit this book spring fully grown directly from the mind of Harper Lee herself, rather than just the actors in the film.
Harper Lee has written not a single one-dimensional character, and has created a few of the best realized and strongest characters ever put into print: not just Atticus, Jem, and Scout Finch, but also the dignified Calpurnia, the eager Dill, the peaceful but ghostly Boo Radley, even the degraded and predatory Ewell family. These characters jump off the page like in no other novel I can recall. There is no doubt in my mind that these folks are as real as any of the people I see walking down the street, and I feel for Atticus in particular a similar sort of astonished respect as I do for my own father.
If somehow the book itself has passed you by, or if (sadly) it was imposed on you for a class assignment when you were young, revisit it. It's one of the best ever written."

"f somehow you have not read this book, please do, one of the great novels ever written. I have never met anyone who was not deeply affected by this simple and beautifully written story. Who can blame Harper Lee for never writing again. Perfection is hard to top. "

and some "Kids' Review"

"Thank you Miss Lee, April 8, 2007
A Kid's Review
I fell in love with this book from the very begining. I was asinged to read it for school and I can honestly say its the first time I've been assigned a really good book since the cricket in times square, back in 4th grade. That was a part of why I love the this book so much, Ive been reading cr*p for most of my school days. Most of the books are poorly written and have plots that are so saddening its no wonder that so many kids are anti reading. The favorite topics for these books is usually slavery/civil rights or WW2. They all fail to send thier intended message becouse the reader wants to forget them as so as possible, but not Mockingbird. THIS BOOK IS AS ENJOYABLE AS IT IS POWERFUL. You will never want to forget the story or its characters. Miss Lee, you are a true master of words and thought, thank you for giving this book to the world."

"When I first read the book at age 12, my mother had made me read it. But as I really got into the meat of the story, I found that I really liked it. About a year ago I read it but i like it so much that decided to write a good review for it. I highly reccomend this book for the younger people because it includes action, and not just boring facts like some other books. To Kill A Mocking Bird isn't just for middle aged people, it is good for all ages old enough to read the book. I think that you, the customer, should read this book. It is wonderfully written. Harper Lee really knows how to properly present a book in its best format. "

Answer 4

It is a really good book but it takes a while to get into i thin k you will like it just do not give up on the book

Answer 5

It's a wonderful book...one of my all time favorites. You should definitely read it. It's an intelligent book and I can't imagine why anyone would think it too easy a read.

Answer 6

It was the only book I enjoyed reading at school and I have read it again for pleasure since as its so good!!!

Answer 7

This is one of the best books I've ever read!!! I'm surprised your school hasn't made you read it yet - it was assigned for me in 8th.

Excellent book!!!

Answer 8

it was a really good book...but if u consider urself intelligent, and ur in 10 gr it might be a little too easy for you. try it out and see if u like it. good luck!

Answer 9

It's a wonderful book; I think you will like it.

Answer 10

I loved this book! It was absolutely wonderful!