Admission time: I’ve never read To Kill a Mockingbird. *Runs and hides*
Admission time: I’ve never read To Kill a Mockingbird.
*Runs and hides*
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I’m right there with you!
It’s never too late!!!!
Me neither. ??
I used to teach it five times a day for 5 years and NEVER tired of it.
I haven’t either but I’m definitely going to now!?
It is never too late. 🙂
It’s forgivable! You can fix it!!
I would definitely put at the top of your list. Enjoy☺
Neither have I, have a copy at home!
don’t be ashamed. I’m jealous because you get to read it for the first time!
It’s a wonderful book – I read it first in junior high and then again as an adult. Try it – you’ll like it ?
@Laura The same for me. It resonated for me both times, but I think it meant even more to me when I was an adult.
You will love it. I read it the first time in 1966 as a freshman in high school-I think the movie was coming out and I just saw it on the shelf. Blew me away-thought it was going to be about birds!
The Birds! Yikes. Scary movie.
Its based on a book my Daphne Dumaiir (sp?) The same author who wrote Rebecca (one of my favorites)
never too late and still so timely….
Haven’t read but is on my list
Lol. You’ll love it!
Never seen the movie either.
I was 45 before I read it. Growing up in the South in the 1970s, we were discouraged from reading it even in school. But when I read it in middle age I was blown away by it. I’m sure I would not have gotten as much out of it as a child.
@Debra I grew up in the south and we read it… must have been your school district.
@Lynn It was more than one school district.
Debra Byrd maybe but I grew up in the south.. have taught in the south and there was never an issue with this book..
Lynn Boatwright Maybe but I grew up in the South, as did all my friends and family, and my husband has taught in the South, and we all knew school districts that were uncomfortable with it, where it was listed reluctantly as an alternate if at all, and never taught.
Another example of the importance of libraries and librarians.
Get a copy as quickly as possible and enjoy!
Don’t be ashamed! I have and I’m gonna have to read it again to see if my opinion of it will improve from my high school reading.
It is OK….it is never too late to read a great book…
I haven’t either
Go for it!
Do it now!!
Me either. I was assigned it in school, but hated being force fed anything.
Do it now!
Me neither
I just read it earlier this year because my son was reading it in school.
Read it!
Me neither but we start reading it soon. ??
To Kill a Mockingbird is one of those books you need to read between 16 and 25, much like Catcher in the Rye.
I disagree! I’ve read both at many ages of my life, & always found something meaningful…
@Deborah So have I.
@Cheryl beautiful about great literature: discussion!
To kill a Mockingbird is the one of the top 5 I’ve never read. And Outlander just didnt apeal to me. Love the other 3.
@Karina What a wonderful treat awaits you!
Julia Coppedge thanks.
one book about segregation and civil rights I’ve read and loved is Five Smooth Stones. And I think you might like it. I think it’s become forgotten. It follows the struggles of David Champlain as he overcomes racism to become a successful lawyer. He then has to choose between love with a white woman, success or fighting for civil rights.
https://m.barnesandnoble.com/w/five-smooth-stones-ann-fairbairn/1100393214?ean=9781556528156
@Karina Thanks for the recommendation. I found this book fascinating, with a great deal of history history as well. The Sweeter the Juice: A Family Memoir in Black and White https://www.amazon.com/dp/0671899333/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_E0b0BbE1ZXGNR
You’ll love it. It’s a fast read, and when you finish it, you’re going to want to start over and read it again.
You must
It’s a classic but also a wonderful story
Read it once.
When I saw your name, I was “what what?” I used to teach with someone with your name–we taught middle school language arts–and I was thinking “no way you’ve haven’t read this book”. haha –same name, different person.
It’s not too late❤️
Its okay….there were many on the list i would never pick up. I think that is what made this so much fun! The books and readers are so different and thats cool…
Me either
Don’t feel bad. The show finally got me off my bum to read it this summer
You will love it! ??
❤❤
I read it late in life, I absolutely inhaled it!!!
Oh, yes it Is a must and it’s a good read as well.
You have the opportunity to read a great piece of literature. Be sure and watch the movie after.
Me either.
Something to looked to then
@Barbara I will.
I did years ago. Time for a reread
No better time than the present ????
Don’t feel bad. I somehow missed it in school, but I did finally read it a few years ago while my daughter had to read it for school. The good news is, it’s never too late to read a great book!
I mixed it up in my mind with Of Mice & Men. Ordered it from the library this morning! 🙂
I’ve read it three times, not by choice. Three times too many.
Shauna Buck I read it once because everyone said I should. Hated most of it. My best friend said read it again. I did, still didn’t like it. Years later because she loved it so much and at her insistence, read it again. Still not a fan.
@Julie yay! I don’t feel alone ?
I read it in middle school, I should probably read it again.
I read 40 pages and put it back on the shelf. It just didn’t do anything for me ?♀️ but I’d be willing to give it another try.
Read it! Now! You won’t be sorry.
It is wonderful…don’t wait.
I didn’t read it until years after I saw the movie. Honestly can’t say which I liked better, and I don’t think there’s any other movie I liked as much as the book it was based on.
I haven’t either!
I think that is why the Great American Read program was so enjoyable. Granted, my tbr stacks are a bit bigger now I will admit but, with winter coming, looking forward to bundling up and getting into some GREAT reads?
??
Winter is coming. I’ve watched Game of Thrones 3 times and just listened to the first book-so good.
It’s now time!!!!
I know that I read it in high school, but it really didn’t stick out to me at the time. I think I’m going to have to read it again now, as well as add Outlander to my list
Admission; I didn’t like it
Me either :/
Why not?
I just haven’t gotten to it yet, it’s on my books to read list 🙂
Loved the book an the movie!
Read it now because it’s a wonderful story.?
Great read
I read it it about 2 yrs. Out of high school as it was not on the list at our school. It is a great book and never too late
Read it. It is time.
Me either
Loved it
I’m embarrassed to say same for me! I will read it! I’ve read all the outlander series tho! ??
Great movie too!
@Paul one of the very few movies I can wAtch many times. Another movie come to mind based on a great book is A Time to Kill, book by John Grisham.
@Patricia That is a great movie!! Seen it a few times. Great actors that make the movie almost as good as the book
@Paul LOVE LOVE that book…and movie!!
Read it a couple months ago for the first time. I’m 54 and sorry I waited so long. It is my new favorite book. The I discovered the movie was on Netflix.
Listen to it read by Sissy Spacek. Awesome….better than the movie and the movie was awesome!
Thinking about reading it again but this sounds great!
@Jacqulyn she has the right accent for it.
Still relevant. My favorite novel
Get on it.
That was my pick. So happy so many others thought so too!
That’s ok, I’ve never read Outlander. Looks like we both have good books to read!
Janet Hurst Howard i just started the series on book 5 now. I think you would enjoy the series.
Such a great book. Never too late to read it!!
That’s ok, read it now. It is a book you will read again and again.
Sameeee
Hurry and read. It really is wonderful…. Sad but……
I haven’t either. I have it and will read it.
Ditto but that’s next
I am 57 years old and read this book for the first time about six years ago. And watch the movie a year or two after the book. Loved the book and really enjoyed the movie as well.
I haven’t read that book since the sixth grade. Good book.
I knew it would win the whole time!
No time like the present!
Okay, this post is just AWESOME ? ?
Me neither ?
Me neither, but I did read Outlander and Dragonfly in Amber. One day I’ll get to Voyager.
Me eirher. I’ve only seen the movie. 🙂
I don’t think it’s all that great, I’ve read it at least twice.
Oh we had to read it for school in the 7th grade. You have to treat yourself to this great book!
But you will now?
Read it now.
Never too late.
I read it in school like 15 years ago. Don’t really remember it.
Me either!!
I watched the movie and skimmed the book
Me either BUT…. I bought the book (it is sitting on the couch behind the throw pillows)
Give it a try!
One of my favorites
Me neither
Time
So over hyped.
I will now
Not missing much, imo.
If you saw the movie, you get 1/2 credit.
It’s a good read
My husband either!
Admission time: I read it and wasn’t very impressed with it.
You always can read it.
It is a book for the ages that is as relevant now as it was when written.
A must read given the current social and political state of our country.
I personally think it should be required reading for everyone 35-40 years of age.
I LOVE THIS BOOK.
Read it!
Neither have I.
Me either
OMG read it – it’s wonderful and not too long.
Me either. But it is next on my TBR!
Neither have I!!
Give it a go soon.
It’s not too late…
I hadn’t either until this year & I am 57. Go for it! Sooooooo worth it!!
Read in high school then many many years later, read it for sure. Soon, great book.
you’re LUCKY to be reading it for the first time, we are all jelly
It’s my all time favorite. A true classic.
Great book
I have tried a couple of times and can’t get into it.
Try again! Or try the version read by Sissy Spacek. I’m jealous that you get to experience it for the first time!
@Christy I have. Lol. I will try again only because my dear friend sent me the book!
All I remember is reading it in high school and not being impressed by it……it could also have been the teacher or teenage angst/defiance……
@Heather it’s a completely different experience as an adult. You won’t be disappointed.
I haven’t read it yet. It’s on my list.
Me neither!
me neither. it’s on my list, LOL
I haven’t either lol
Oh my god read it right now. You’ll love it
I did see the movie when I was a kid though
Everyone who says they haven’t. JUST DO IT!
Sad to admit never read it; has now moved up to my next read from my ever-growing list!
I hadn’t read it until last year. It’s worth it.
Me neither.
I never read it either, and want to now. One of our local high schools was going to do it as a play, but wasn’t allowed to because it has the “N” word in it. I understand that people would be upset about that, but I also understand how disappointed the kids that were in the play are. They put a lot of hard work into it and now can’t put on the pay.
Well, you have a chance to do so
I thought every school assigned this book. We read this, The Red Pony, Tom Sawyer.
I read it- a wonderful book- read when it first came out I believe- maybe 1962- guessing!
60-61
@Carol – Thanks Carol. I was a very poor college student then, but managed to belong to the Book of the Month Club. Most of the books were 1.00. Read when I was junior at Ball State.
@Linda I think I was a Freshman in high school and read it for pleasure. Then I taught it to Freshman for many years; it’s my favorite book.
My granddaughter was assigned in the 10th grade I believe.
@Linda It came out in 1963; I was wrong.
You have a special read ahead.
It’s never too late!
I haven’t either, but it’s on my list!!
It is a great book. Can’t believe you didn’t read it in school at least. Read it!!!
Meh
As usual, the book is better than the movie. But what a movie.
Do it! You will enjoy it. Then rent the movie and be awe struck how they got it right!
Havent read it yet but is definitely on my list now
Me either.
Me either
me either – LOL!!!!
your parents did not raise you right!
I didn’t either until this event..probably wouldn’t have understood it until now
I haven’t either…in my pile TBR ?
It is really worth your time. It is one of those books that will stick with you your whole life. I read several books in high school that were on the list. None as memorable as To Kill A Mockingbird was. The story & the characters are unforgettable
I just read it last year. It’s never too late.
Try the audiobook! That was the hook for me and my children!
Sissy Spacek is the reader, isn’t she?
yes!
It’s a great book. I had to read it in high school and Ive read it several times since.
It’s a wonderful book and pretty short.
Until a couple of years ago, I hadn’t seen the movie either.
Required reading in jr high.
I have read this book a couple of times. Once for school and again when I was older. I have seen the movie as well and found the book better than the movie. But just like the book both were great. But as much as I liked the book my all time favorite book was and still is Gone With the Wind.
it’s ok, every one of us has that book that we feel we should have read by now! one of these days, the mood will hit you & it’ll be the right time 🙂
It was an excellen t story that was made into a (IMHO) a perfect film. And that is a rare occurence.
I’ve read it a number of times.
Best book ever!
I’ve read this book more times than I can count. And each time I walk away with something different from it. If you haven’t read it yet, you’re truly at a loss. And I hope you can find time to read it soon (I also cried the last 30 pages of Go Set a Watchman because I knew I’d never read anything new by Harper Lee again)
Very brave of you to admit that publicly in this group!
I didn’t read it until about 8 years ago. Depended upon the movie. It took a workmate from El Salvador to recommend it to me – she was studying for some college course. In any case, I read it and it was soooooo worth it!. I was lost in the language and tempo. Give it a go.
Oh well…I think Outlander is an unbearable book. I gave it one star⭐
Neither have I, and probably won’t ☹️
Must read
Neither have I and I was a Lit major.
Maybe it’s time…
You’re lucky–you get to enjoy a fabulous book for the first time!
Whaattttt! You need to, asap! ♡
It’s still in print?, grab a copy, you won’t regret it!
I am thrilled that it was voted America’s favorite read!
I am happy that you will have a gem to discover!
The film version was also good
Don’t feel bad I just read it last year for the 1st time…. Loved it!!!!
Meredith, time to get on it!!
I don’t even know how many times I’ve read it and watched the movie ….
I am reading it for the first time now. It is not the type of books I usually read so it is taking me forever to finish.
Have always loved it! Have read it several times and ready to read it again! So many great books but this was my fav!
I feel as if it was my secret love…but not anymore. I always recommend it to others and so many non readers have not read it. .
Anyone notice the #1 book is about a woman’s false accusations against a man?
Yes, I thought of that and if course it wouldn’t be brought up in the discussions. Very interesting though
Yes, no discussion… smh
Only the injustice against a person of color
@Cat I immediately thought of the Kavanaugh fiasco
Very same thing, accuse a man with no proof whatsoever. They would have killed him too
Sad some things never change in closed minds
You gotta wonder how this was missed, or if it was by design to sweep that fact under the rug!
@Shannon that had such a huge impact on me and gave me empathy for the innocent black person in my naive teenage years of 45 years ago.
@Cat I’m certain it’s a conspiracy.
@Art well, it is the premise on which the story is based, hard to miss; if you ask me!
You have something to look forward to!
I only read it this summer!
In a way I wish I hadn’t. That way I could read it again for the first time.
That simply means that you have an amazing book waiting for you to read!
I haven”t either. Dear but I have seen snippets of the movie over many years and read the plot on Wikipedia so I called it good. Have no shame in our game.
Love To Kill A Mockingbird! I think I’m going to have to re-read it.
It is great that the movie follows the book so closely.
My favorite book of all time
I never read lord of the Rings. I read Pride and Prejudice for the first time this year. I read To Kill A Mockingbird once a long time ago.
I only read it when my son had to read for English class. I always read what they read in class. Book is so much better than movie
Movie was excellent though–pretty faithful to her magnificent book.
Ok, I’ll read it..saw movie
I hate that book
I was so excited when they announced the winner. I’m just sad that Harper Lee isn’t alive to know about it.
I’m an Alabama girl, as was Harper Lee. So her book was very special to me. I’ve seen the movie a dozen times at least. And have read the book more than that. And I’ll probably keep reading it as long as I live!
Awesome book!
What a classic, timeless, well written, original story for all ages and all people.
Wonderful class discussions on this extraordinary novel
Me either. I’m going to tho.
I haven’t either. I will now.
While I loved the book, this is why I think trying to name The Best Novel Ever is an absurd waste of time. What wows one, leaves another shaking her head. I’ve never read The Grapes of Wrath – cue all the people who tell me I really *must* read it. Sigh.
I tried reading Grapes of Wrath and just couldn’t get through it. But I loved East of Eden. Go figure.
I agree, too many greats for this one to be supreme!
Same for me with 100 Years of Solitude.
@Aynne – I’ve read most all of Steinbeck, with the exception of “Grapes…”. Isn’t it wonderful that we have so much literature to choose from?
@Marilyn, we are truly blessed. My grandmother taught me to read when I was four years old and I haven’t stopped since. I’m 66 now and I have so many books I still want to read.
@Aynne – I learned at 5 and am now 70. My house is still *stuffed* with books I have yet to read.???
Not the “best” – this was about the “favorite”. And TKAM is one of my top 3 favorites.
@Emily – Same deal. Its absurd to think anyone has just ONE all-time favorite book. Even you can name your Top Three. I probably have my Top Twenty. So many books, so little time. Stop wasting it on this.
@Emily – I never said this whole exercise was a waste of my time. I said identifying THE Best/Most Favorite book was an absurd use of time. Confused as to why you’re finding this thought so hostile.
Not hostile. Just confusing. ? But now I think I see you meant it more as a waste of your own reading time. I get that.
Funny – I remember coming up with my top 10 favorites for a forum discussion a few years ago. My top 3 have been consistent for a long time – the most recently published of those 3 was from 1985. Danged if I can even remember what the other 7 were though.
One thing I enjoyed about watching the series was people talking about WHY their favorite is their favorite. And I too have printed out the list – it’s prompted me to read or listen to some that had been on my TBR list for ages.
@Emily – Yes, I just finished And Then There Were None, the first Agatha Christie I’ve ever read, and it was delightful.
@Eric me too!!
Yea but you can say that about everything. The Oscars, music awards, politics…not everyone will always agree with the winner but someone has to win. That is why its always important to vote. Gives your favorite a shot at winning.
@Jessica – But none of my favorites were even on their list.?
Oh wait, was Charlotte’s Web included?
@Marilyn yup, finished at #7
@Jessica well said Jessica. I loved the program, followed it each week and was thrilled Mockingbird won.???
@Marilyn I totally understand that, not criticizing.
@Marilyn I love it! My daughter got my disease, too, unfortunately. She has so many books in her house, not sure where she will put all of mine one day when I’m gone. My son-in-law just shakes his head at both of us…
So, get cracking!
The big winner ! Great book .
That’s okay. I tried once and I just couldn’t get into it. My husband loves it though
It’s been on my to-read list for a few decades.
go do it, RIGHT NOW! 🙂
It’s not too late!
Me either. I saw a live performance of it a couple of years ago and I’m glad I did, but it was profoundly disturbing.
Jealous that you get to read it for the first time!
It’s never too late! I read the book as a teenager back in the 1960s and also watched the movie. It has always stuck with me. Many scenes from the book/movie were just as vivid today as they were back then. I recently read it again and fell in love all over again. I knew it was going to win!
I skimmed it because I didn’t like it.
Same. But is on my bookshelf getting dusty.
Fantastic book! I have 3 copies! My all time fav!
I’ve never read Harry Potter and it feels like a sad secret. ? Just not my genre.
Give them a try. I have read them twice and may start on them this winter for the third time. Awesome reading!
Me either ? just bought it off Amazon
That’s ok! You just bought yourself an amazing gift!
Along with two other books! ❤️ ?
@Kim I wouldn’t expect anything less!?
The movie is fantastic, perhaps better than the book
Go ahead @ me. Lol.
I haven’t read To kill a mockingbird or Harry Potter. How can I even call myself a librarian???
It’s ok…you still have time and oh what a gift you will give yourself!
Lol!
I’ve read it 3 times…once in high school, once in one of my book clubs and when my daughter was in 7th grade we read it out loud to each other. Reading it out loud with my daughter was my most favorite time. We talked about it as we read. *priceless*
Read the book and saw the movie.
Confession: I didn’t love it
@Katy sadly, its a forced read in many cases. Yes, its an important book, but… well….
I have not read it either and probably won’t.
@Stacey good for you. Read what you want.
Read what you like. Just read.
@Karl I sure do! I’m in AZ on vacation and have visited at least 4 bookstores, some more than once ??
I havent read it 🙁
Oh but I tried. I tried. ?
No judgement but please do. <3
Also, my admission is I loathe Wuthering Heights.
Just a wonderful book. Rich in characters : Scout and Atticus Finch- My fictional role model
I grew up wishing Atticus was my father.
Run and get it!
I’ve told my kids and hubby I need all 100 books. I have probably 23 or 30 already so I’m off on a good start
One of the few books that actually are better on screen. The movie was able to enhance the scary parts and the music helped. Scout seemed like me as a child growing up in a small town until age 11. Loved the book and movie.
We each have a favorite book. I haven’t read Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings. There’s still time for us……or not.
I am with you;I am not a fan of sy/fy, fantasy.
I read it for the 1st time this summer. I knew the story, saw the movie, and didn’t think I needed to read the book. I was wrong! It is a masterpiece. So glad it won!
I enjoyed it, appreciated it so much more now than when I first read it because it was required reading.
Get ready for a real earthshaker!!!!
Neither have I.
Fear not! There is always a first time for everything.
Another book about life in the south for blacks that came out in 1966 is Five Smooth Stones. It was a best seller at the time. The copy I have was a gift to my grandfather.
https://m.barnesandnoble.com/w/five-smooth-stones-ann-fairbairn/1100393214?ean=9781556528156
Yes, fantastic read!!! A book I don’t hear much about!
Now I will!
You’re in for a treat!!!
Me either.
I think it’s just a really good book. It’s not daunting or stuffy.
You’re not missing anything. Overrated.
I’ve never read Harry Potter??♀️??♀️
@Sue Neither have I. I haven’t even watched any of the films. I am a Harry Potter dunce! LOL!
Yup
@Ann me too.
no films for me either?
You are lucky. You have a great story to look forward to and experience. Read on,
I read it in 9th grade as well as Catcher in the Rye… Both were good.
I’ve read it at least three times. At the risk of being lynched by a mob, I feel it is overrated…
Watch the film but the book is better
It’s a good book
It’s not too late. You won’t regret it
I hate that book! Overrated crap which was a “one hit wonder”
I had hoped it would win.
My confession, I have never read any of the Outlander books.
I had never read it until a few years ago. I could not see why it won the Pulitzer Prize. Then I watched the movie and it all became clear. I had no grown up in that time, or in the South, or any segregated place, and the movie put everything into perspective for me. I’m going to have to reread it and rewatch the movie.
@Theri is that the old black & white one?
@Jo Yes, with Gregory Peck.
Love that movie. Have it on video.
I love it, too! I need to get it on video!
And wasn’t the show so fun to watch?
It’s fun to read no matter what your age. It’s one of the few books that you can watch the movie instead and be glad you saw it. Equally well done. I love both.
Check it out of the library. You’ll love it. No shame here.
There is not only one best book or favorite book. This matter is too objective to be measured. I wil like what I like no matter the opinion of others
It’s never too late!
This is a great time to do it. The book is readily available. Librarians are professionals. There’s no time like the present. Ebay tells no tales. I believe you will find a lot to like or love about the book. Enjoy it! Lots of people will probably be reading it again, so you’re in good company. In fact, I’m betting you’re not the only one who’s never read it, but I do think you’ll enjoy it!! I applaud you!!
Lol. Its the best.
I hadn’t read it until I was over 40, but I’ve read it several times since. Very good.
I have never read any of the Outlander books either. My first impressions when I was watching the show was 1.) Well, I can’t beat this; if I have to have the influence, family support and community flow to do all that in order to promote a book, forget it; 2.) I’ve not married, so I guess I’ve not lived a life? I’ve not married because I was taking care of my family. Could I relate to these books at all? I’m pretty sure I could, and I’m pretty sure I should start reading the Outlander series.
Shocking!!!
I haven’t either, but it is on my TBR list
Great book
It can be depressing. I recommend seeing the play, if you get a chance.
Well is a quick read so get started
You meant read and hide, didn’t ya???
I read it for the first time in 8th grade and it’s still at the top of my list
Read it now!
You still have that joy ahead of you, so I would download that book today if I were you. Enjoy!!
Read it years ago but about to do it on audible ..read by Sissy Spacek..
She got great reviews as the narrator.
Sadly, i haven’t as well
Well then you are in for a treat
I read it for the first time when I was 42. There are so many books I haven’t read, but it’s never too late.
Read it NOW!!!
Confession: I’ve started Outlander three times and couldn’t get into it. Is it just slow to start?
It is very slow to start! The friend who introduced me to those books would tell me, “Just keep reading, Just keep reading,” and about 1/3 of the way into the first one, I was finally hooked!
@Michael for me? Most definitely. I read just to their wedding, and not beyond. Put itdown bc I just didn’t feel invested in these characters. But, I have been inspired to read a bit farther and see where it goes from there. Join ne! Let’s see if it gets good in the back half of the book.
No time like the present! I didnt read it until a couple of years ago and I was well I to adulthood. Ain’t no shame!
No time like the present
Yes twice
I haven’t either. I have seen the movie numerous times though. I will have to get it and read it.
Probably your school banned it
Never too late! I read it every few years. Do yourself a favor and NEVER read Go Set a Watchman.
I never have either!!
Me either
The fact that it is the #1 book among the 100 makes it all more motivating for you to read it. Enjoy!
I didn’t until this year…it is amazing…u will love it!
A wonderful and powerful book
It’s not too late and I recommend the audio version read by sissy spacek.
I read it in drama class. Don’t remember anything that happens so it must not have been that great of a book for me.
I read it last year?
I’ve read it. An ok book but don’t know what the big deal is about it.
What
I’m hiding with you. Even worse…I have zero interest in reading it.
Required rdg. In high school yrs ago
How lucky that you get to read it for the first time!
Now is a great time to do it. 🙂
Such an important and thought provoking story – influences me still thirty years after reading it!
But now you want to, right? ?
Me either
I had not read it until I was an adult. When I did and had finished it, my response was, “wow, that was SOME book!”
I just finished reading it for the first time last week. I loved it! I have no idea what took me so long to pick it up.
Me neither?
I’m 40 and read it this month for the first time. I should have read it years ago!
I actually read it for the first time when I was 10 years old. Then I saw the movie; then I read it again, several years later. Then I taught it. I checked it out of the Bookmobile in elementary school. Nobody questioned me or stopped me. I read it; nobody stopped me. My parents and my aunt discussed it with me. It was clear at the time that I didn’t get the entire significance between the Ewells, to my parents’ great relief.
I’ve seen the movie
Me either…
Lucky you. Now you’ll read it for the first time and be wrapped up in a great story and wonderful writing.
I did a dramatic cutting in competition in HS and won my first blue ribbon. This was a National Forensic League Speech and Debate competition. I still remember it since the 1960’s.
Me neither. I. Going g to start it today though
Sadly, I had not either so it was the first book on the list I read.
This year I traveled to Alabama on a road trip that took me to the home where F. Scott Fitzgerald and Zelda lived in Montgomery and from there, traveled to Monroeville to explore Harper Lee and Truman Capote’s home town. As I sat in the famous courthouse where Harper spent her youth watching her father defend his clients, I could only imagine this is where her inspiration began. Some of the greatest literature of our time came from Alabama. I found her grave, spent a little time, and headed back home to Ohio. What a great roadtrip.
Don’t feel bad. I read it and didn’t like it.
@Ellena Actually, that’s really okay, too, according to what America and the privileges to read,think, and form opinions are all about.
There are a lot of classic books I haven’t read like catcher in the rye or 1984. To kill a mockingbird I have read though.
It’s really not a big deal. Most true book lovers don’t shame others for their reading choices or lack thereof.
Never read a Harry Potter book. Just never got around to it.
@H at 63, I’ve just started the series and find it absolutely wonderful. Book 3 is next.
@Andrea My friends rave about it. I guess I’ll get around to it eventually…
We read it in school. Loved it. Why not take some time and read it?
I read it loved it but need to read it again.
It’s OK, to me it’s not worth it, I didn’t even make it halfway and I had to stop. Didn’t like it at all!
Love To Kill a Mockingbird. Read it many times, almost as many times as A Tree Grows in Brooklyn! ♥️