This book wasn't a part of my required reading in high school and I can't believe I waited this long to read it! It's absolutely beautiful and an obvious classic. The story still resonates 50 years after it was first published. Especially in today's political and social climate, I think it would serve us well to imagine what it's like to walk around in someone else's skin. EVERYONE should read this! No wonder it's part of most high school curricula! I just love the language and the way the characters speak to one another. My goal is to speak to my future children the way Atticus speaks to Jem and Scout. LOVE LOVE LOVE! 
 P.S. If you enjoy audiobooks, I HIGHLY recommend the recording narrated by Sissy Spacek.