Hi friends! I somewhat recently published my Favorite Books of 2018 list but haven’t actually reviewed two of them. Whoops. So we’re beginning to remedy that today with a review! Of a classic!


This follows a girl named Scout, who lives in the racism-packed 1950s. Her fath, Atticus Finch, is a lawyer and when he defends a black man, has to look at the world for what it really is.

Talk about powerful classics. To Kill A Mockingbird is revolutionary. Usually, I’m not a big fan of classics* but this was spectacular. Harper Lee’s writing isn’t stuffy or boring or overly descriptive, instead it feels closer to the modern style of prose we have now. Her dialogue feels effortless and natural, especially for the age we live in now.
*Nathenial Hawthorne is my new mortal enemy (and don’t @ me that he’s dead)
And can we talk about Scout for a sec? Even though this was written in a time that was pretty big on racism and sexism, Scout doesn’t care whatsoever about “becoming a woman”. You know, sitting around, drinking tea, gossiping – she doesn’t want any of it despite her aunt’s insistence. I loved so many of her views on the world, and slowly watching her grow and realizing that maybe commonly accepted ideas aren’t all right was so incredible.

A lot of this book was tough to read. There’s so much white privilege, so much high-and-mighty talk, it’s insane. Obviously this sort of thing happened all the time back then but I honestly am just in shock at how little people actually cared about justice, about human life, simply because they don’t like the color of their skin. That’s like me stealing Barbara’s necklace right off of her because I don’t like that her eyes are blue and getting away with it.
Atticus Finch, though. His bravery and determination blew me away. He truly is a hero, just because he did what was right. A lot of this story was sad and painful but as bad as things are now, at least we’re moving forwards. We’re still at a horrible place when it comes to race but 2019 is the year to try and do better.
Also, the storyline was incredibly interesting! I couldn’t put it down. The whole Boo Radley thing was sad, yet it added such a dash of intrigue about the novel. The symbolism was honestly incredible. The author weaved such a striking lesson, in so many subtle and obvious ways.
So that’s it! Have you read this? What’s a favorite classic of yours?

Great great review!!!❤️
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Thank you!!❤
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This was one of my better liked classics. Scout and her brother growing up and learning how racism was rampant in the south and their dad and also Boo Radley like aahhhh the things that happened to Boo Radley like it’s not a fun read but it’s a very honest book. Great review Kaya!
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YES!!! Exactly! It’s definitely one of the best I’ve read. Thank you!
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My fave classic might have to be Lord of the Flies. But TKaMB also ranks high.
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Ooh, I still need to read that. It sounds amazing!
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It really is. Also, fast to read if you’re looking for something shorter.
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I’ll definitely put it on my classics list for 2019 then XD
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I may need to re-read this because I remember not enjoying it at all in High School. My favorite classic is Jane Eyre! Great review!
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Lol! I feel like high school reading is such a pain most of the time, regardless of the book😂😂 Ahhh, I still need to read that! Thank you!
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I remember feeling that too, lol. Though, I did enjoy both Jane Eyre, and Wuthering Heights in HS, but they were read with the same teacher, who was awesome, so maybe that helped, lmao.
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Lol! The teacher definitely makes a difference😂😂
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I think so! They’ve gotta help make the reading more enjoyable!
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Definitely!!
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I love this book, one of my favorites from high school (and one of the few I’m glad they made us read!)
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Same!!
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Reading your review makes me want to re-read this. I had a horrible English teacher associated with this book, so I haven’t read it 10 years. I’m glad you enjoyed this so much! ❤
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Oh no! I’m so sorry😔 I’d love to see your updated thoughts on it though! And thank you!!😄❤️
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YASS THIS BOOK IS SUCH A CLASSIC!!! So glad you loved it!!
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IKR HOW DID I MISS OUT FOR SO LONG??? And thank you!!
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