The Help

The Help

by Kathryn Stockett

In Jackson, Mississippi, in 1962, there are lines that are not crossed. With the civil rights movement exploding all around them, three women start a movement of their own. Seemingly different from one another as can be, these women will nonetheless come together for a clandestine project that will put them all at risk. And why? Because they are suffocating within the lines that define their town and their times. And sometimes lines are made to be crossed. A deeply moving book filled with poignancy, humor, and hope, The Help is a timeless and universal story about the lines we abide by, and the ones we don't.

Dustin's Review: ****

I truly enjoyed this story. I can't imagine living in the south during the civil rights movement. The things that both black and white women had to experience and endure is horrifying. This book is well written and allows the reader to feel as though they are living through the experience as well. I would recommend this book to anyone enjoys historical fiction and is looking for some inspiration.

The Hunger Games

The Hunger Games

by Suzanne Collins

Synopsis:

Katniss is a 16-year-old girl living with her mother and younger sister in the poorest district of Panem, the remains of what used to be the United States. Long ago the districts waged war on the Capitol and were defeated. As part of the surrender terms, each district agreed to send one boy and one girl to appear in an annual televised event called, "The Hunger Games." The terrain, rules, and level of audience participation may change but one thing is constant: kill or be killed. When Kat's sister is chosen by lottery, Kat steps up to go in her place.

Katniss is smart, athletic, and fast. She can take down a rabbit with a bow and arrow, hitting it straight thought the eye. Will these skills be enough to survive the Hunger Games?

Dustin's Review: *****

I loved this book! I couldn't put it down. It was such a fascinating story and I couldn't get enough of the characters. I was able to connect with the characters and was truly invested in their story. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys an action packed adventure. My husband couldn't get enough of this story either! So if you know any guys that need a good book to read send this one their way!