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A review by crtsjffrsn
The Help by Kathryn Stockett
5.0
It's often said that "the book is always better than the movie". In every case where I've experienced both, I'd have to agree, making [b:The Help|4667024|The Help|Kathryn Stockett|http://d202m5krfqbpi5.cloudfront.net/books/1346100365s/4667024.jpg|4717423] no exception. I worked through this book quickly, but I found myself easily immersed into the world and lives of the characters.
One thing that differs greatly from the film is that Stockett tells the story using first-person narration from three separate points of view - Aibilene, Skeeter, and Minny. Each has a distinct voice - not only in the way they speak but also the way they see the world. There is a depth and richness to this story that goes well above the film (which I also enjoyed). The writing is very well done and I definitely look forward to another novel from Kathryn Stockett.
One thing that differs greatly from the film is that Stockett tells the story using first-person narration from three separate points of view - Aibilene, Skeeter, and Minny. Each has a distinct voice - not only in the way they speak but also the way they see the world. There is a depth and richness to this story that goes well above the film (which I also enjoyed). The writing is very well done and I definitely look forward to another novel from Kathryn Stockett.