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To Kill a Mockingbird

By: Harper Lee
Narrated by: Sissy Spacek
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Look for The Land of Sweet Forever, a posthumous collection of newly discovered short stories and previously published essays and magazine pieces by Harper Lee, coming October 21, 2025.

Voted America's Best-Loved Novel in PBS's The Great American Read

Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterwork of honor and injustice in the deep South—and the heroism of one man in the face of blind and violent hatred

One of the most cherished stories of all time, To Kill a Mockingbird has been translated into more than forty languages, sold more than forty million copies worldwide, served as the basis for an enormously popular motion picture, and was voted one of the best novels of the twentieth century by librarians across the country. A gripping, heart-wrenching, and wholly remarkable tale of coming-of-age in a South poisoned by virulent prejudice, it views a world of great beauty and savage inequities through the eyes of a young girl, as her father—a crusading local lawyer—risks everything to defend a black man unjustly accused of a terrible crime.

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By Mysia Haight, Audible Editor

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD REMAINS TIMELY FOR CONFRONTING THE REALITIES OF RACISM, BRUTALITY, AND INJUSTICE IN AMERICA

I first read To Kill a Mockingbird when I was a 'tween for an English class assignment. As a bookish kid, I remember being struck by Harper Lee’s writing—the vivid sense of place (small-town Alabama) and time (the Depression era), memorable phrases like "the head-shaking, quelling of nausea and Jem-yelling," and casual remarks rich in wisdom. And, of course, I was awed by Atticus Finch. What girl wouldn’t want this wise, calm, quietly righteous man for a father? His unshakable conviction and courage in the face of prejudice, cruelty, and injustice was inspiring. Thanks to Atticus Finch, I became obsessed with a real-life legendary lawyer, Clarence Darrow, and devoured every book written by or about him I could find. For a minute, I contemplated pursuing a career in law. Then, I got called for jury duty, realized that gripping courtroom drama was rare, and channeled my fascination into reading legal thrillers by John Grisham.

For me, Mockingbird was all about Atticus. Even though I was a voracious reader from a young age, I didn’t connect with Scout, a precocious 9-year-old—until my daughter, a tomboy, became a 'tween. As a white mom to a Black daughter, I have always been conscious of race. But in 2012, when Trayvon Martin, a 17-year-old African American boy, was fatally shot on a street in Florida for looking suspicious—and his killer was acquitted—I became painfully aware of racism and its dangers. Even though we lived in a diverse city in northern New Jersey, I began to fear for my daughter’s safety. Lucero couldn’t understand why I suddenly objected to her wearing a hoodie and lectured her about the importance of avoiding strangers and the police. Trying to explain racism and injustice to my innocent, trusting daughter made me think of Scout. And so, I found myself longing to revisit the novel I fell in awe with in middle school and get reacquainted with its young narrator. A few years later, when Academy Award-winning actress Sissy Spacek signed on to narrate the audiobook, I decided to go back and give Harper Lee’s classic a listen as a mother.

While centered on a racially charged case—a Black man falsely accused of the brutal rape of a young white woman— To Kill a Mockingbird is, at its heart, Scout’s coming-of-age story. It’s told from Scout’s perspective, both as a woman looking back on her childhood and as a child awakening to the harsh realities of life in Maycomb, Alabama, and her father’s commitment to doing what’s right and just, regardless of the risks or repercussions. Narrating the audiobook, Spacek, a native Texan, draws us into the rhythm and routines of life in a small Southern town. What’s more, she embodies Scout—in all her frustrations, enthusiasm, and idealism—and her gradual awareness of the prejudice all around her. As the novel progresses, Scout develops a moral compass and sense of empathy. Guided by her father’s example and gentle reprimands, she comes to see folks in Maycomb who have been ostracized and demonized—including the town’s Black residents and her reclusive, seemingly creepy neighbor, "Boo" Radley—as people, pure and simple. And that’s what ultimately saves her.

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Sissy Spacek gave this book the narration it deserves. She brought this classic American Novel to life. Writing reviews is not my strong suit but this audio book is highly recommended.

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I think I first read To Kill A Mockingbird at age 12 and have read it more times than I can remember. This is the first time I have listened to it and Sissy Spacek did a great job. I did some research on Harper Lee and found information that was new to me: I found her integrity fascinating. Whenever I get down about the state of our country, I read this book and know that even a few people with moral integrity and lack of prejudice can make a difference. Too bad those people are not in Congress. I also grew up in Georgia and was 12 in 1960 so I saw the civil rights fight first hand. How silly people with racial prejudice seem through the eyes of Harper Lee. I applaud her for her courage.

MY ALL TIME FAVORITE BOOK!

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I wrongly thought it might be a little out dated. How wrong was i. This is a little master piece. Just brilliant, as well was Sissy. This is the type of book that is for everyone. Just perfect. Dont hesitate to buy download and listen, well go on now, watcha wait'n for, Scout dares ya owl to doing it now or is ya scared to, Bo Ridley will getcha if ya dont. Haa Ha sorry couldnt help myself. I just loved this book

A Perfect Gem

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I cannot find enough words to praise the elegant, believable performance of Sissy Spacek reading this classic. This was a book I’d read before yet hearing her as Scout gave it an entirely different feel. I loved it so much and cried when it ended. The beautiful notes of this story, the bravery and innocence of Scout, the allegiance of Jem, and especially the understated goodness of Atticus made my heart soar. I will listen to this again. This may be one of my favorite narrations to date—and I listen to MANY books. So, so perfect. Thank you, Sissy!

Sissy as Scout = Perfection

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What did you love best about To Kill a Mockingbird?

These issues are still with us today. The constant judging of each other. Looking down our noses at our neighbors to make ourselves feel better. It takes you back in time to a place that people of my age have only heard about. To see the way whites treated blacks.

What other book might you compare To Kill a Mockingbird to and why?

The Help.

What aspect of Sissy Spacek’s performance would you have changed?

To be a good Narrator you must have Voice Inflection at the correct time. Every sentence seemed to be read at a pitch of importance making it difficult to differentiate between the ones of real importance and the mundane. She did grow on me though.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

I thought the point by the teacher to compare the Nazis killing Jews and the treatment of blacks was poignant even though it was not dwelled upon. But the conviction by the Jury was also very moving.

Any additional comments?

The overall point of Judge Not Lest You Be Judged is what came through to me. Everyone is so concerned with what everyone else will think. It is a giant masquerade party. At the same time everyone is judging everyone else constantly. And then there was Atticus to really be the beacon of truth through it all.

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