Classic 5/5

Six-year-old Scout Finch observes the culture of her small Alabama town through innocent eyes as her father defends a Black man in a rape case. Although the story may seem rambling, all (or most) of the anecdotes about Scout and her community illustrate nuances influencing the central conflict. But it is the captivating voice and child’s perspective, as well as the phenomenal writing, that make each anecdote enjoyable to read for its own merit.