Matthias Zeitler Zeitler itibaren Lefkimmi, Grecia itibaren Lefkimmi, Grecia

Definitely thought I'd be giving this book a 5 stars. But I don't know, something stopped me. I liked it, it was well written, the author captures the voice of the three distinct characters very well, exceptionally well in the case of Aibileen but I didn't love this, I probably won't re-read this for pleasure (but will teach it as text at some point in class) The ending is unsatisfying, I think that is what I didn't like... I know the ending rings true for these characters in some way but I would have loved a glimpse into the future for at least one of them. Having that said, the tone of the book is pitch perfect, the simmering heat of Jackson is palpable throughout, you really feel the danger of the time and the place and I think that is what gives it the 4th star for me. If this hadn't been so well written this would be a 3 star review.