Kathryn Stockett Quotes

As I wrote, I found that Aibileen had some things to say that really weren't in her character. She was older, soft-spoken, and she started showing some attitude.

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• As I wrote, I found that Aibileen had some things to say that really weren't in her character. She was older, soft-spoken, and she started showing some attitude.

  

  Kathryn Stockett
  • She
  • Character
  • Attitude