Saturday, November 21, 2009

Thankful for A good book to read. (and a give-away!)


I loved this book.  I loved making time to read it.

The Help is set in 1960s Mississippi.  Kathryn Stockett explores the relationships between white women and their black maids.  The character development is delightful.  I cringed, laughed and clenched my fists in anger as the plot unfolded.  I do enjoy a book that engages a broad range of emotions. 
I felt a loyalty to the main characters.

I loved it so much that I want you to read it. 
I am excited to share my copy of The Help with you.
 
By leaving a comment under this post, I will enter your name into a random drawing to be held on Wednesday, November 25th.  Make sure I have your email address, so that I can notify you and get the book delivered to your door.  In the meantime, if there's more than one person commenting here, you should get to your library and reserve a copy to read!  It really was good.  Five Stars.

20 comments:

  1. UnknownNovember 21, 2009 at 6:00 PM

    It sounds like an interestin book. Whether I win or not I look forward to reading it.
    My email is primarymary2@gmail.com

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  2. rebeccaNovember 21, 2009 at 6:01 PM

    Great giveaway... I'm in!

    rebecca {at} menzie DOT org

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  3. JanssenNovember 21, 2009 at 6:03 PM

    I have heard nothing but good things about this book! I have a copy requested from the library right now!

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  4. ellenNovember 21, 2009 at 6:10 PM

    I bought it last week! But if I win the give-away I have a few friends that would love reading it. I can't wait to read for more than 15 minutes at a time. I'm taking it with me to Vermont for Thanksgiving!

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  5. Smilin' sunshineNovember 21, 2009 at 7:12 PM

    I have read many of your recent recommendations and loved them! Add me to the list on this one!

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  6. CynthiaNovember 21, 2009 at 7:13 PM

    Put me in! Put me in! I am currently in the market for a good book!

    By the way, LOVE the photo!

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  7. AlanaNovember 21, 2009 at 8:33 PM

    Sign me up.

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  8. AlanaNovember 21, 2009 at 8:33 PM

    Me too!

    (Zach)

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  9. BeckyNovember 21, 2009 at 9:26 PM

    PICK ME! I'm supposed to be reading this for our book club this month. I haven't bought it yet and our library has a long waiting list. SO...if you love me, you'll choose ME! :) xoxo

    PS: CUTE PICTURE Pajama Mama!

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  10. shirlgirlNovember 21, 2009 at 9:29 PM

    Hey, Becky, she loves you but she has to be fair and put your name in the hat with the rest. Good luck, though. I loved the picture of Jenny as well--nice and cozy on her deck with her book.

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  11. Jo JoNovember 21, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    I'm in! Sounds really good. Haven't heard about it yet. But you do pick good books!

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  12. Jo JoNovember 21, 2009 at 9:37 PM

    I'm in as well. My computer is in the shop, your neighbor, and Amy is helping me enter. Love, Mom

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  13. LaureenNovember 21, 2009 at 9:50 PM

    Reading it right now. It's just fantastic!

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  14. mckell.b.p.55November 21, 2009 at 10:41 PM

    Well, I never say no to a good book! :)

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  15. LLNovember 22, 2009 at 8:11 AM

    well. Count me in! (even though it will sit on my night stand along with all the other books I want to read) :)
    I NEED TO MAKE TIME TO READ!

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  16. HarleneNovember 22, 2009 at 3:52 PM

    I have loved all of your book selections, and I would love to give this one a try as well.
    bxtrand@gmaildotcom

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  17. whitney johnsonNovember 22, 2009 at 7:49 PM

    Dear Jenny - and random.org -

    Pick me, pick me!

    And feel better -- Jenny!

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  18. UnknownNovember 23, 2009 at 6:52 PM

    I heard about this book on the radio - Send it to Utah!

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  19. CourtneyNovember 24, 2009 at 2:43 PM

    So glad that you enjoyed it!!! Don't pick me. Pass it on to someone else.

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  20. JaneNovember 24, 2009 at 10:39 PM

    Pick me Jenny!!

    So glad I stopped by and got to enter in the nick of time.
    Love the picture of you on your deck.
    xoxoxo

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