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Book Review of The Help

The Help
The Help
Author: Kathryn Stockett
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Book Type: Hardcover
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Set in the early 60's during the height of civil rights unrest, this novel is the story of a young, priveleged white college grad who who decides to compile the stories of African-American maids. Told from the perspective of thw young writer and two of the maids, what emerges is both humorous and harrowing. Very enjoyable.