Jan
16
2010
“The Help” reviewed by Heather DeVries
By Heather DeVries
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Kathryn Stockett’s first novel is wonderful. What a way to start 2010 by reading a story about a time in Mississippi which we all remember – the 60’s. A young white woman decides to interview black maids about their lives and the lives of the people for whom they work. It is a study in bias, racism and lines that need to be crossed; there is unspeakable cruelty and some loving kindness, unfortunately more of the former and less of the latter. It is a fast, fantastic read – you will not be sorry you took the time. I loved it.
