The premise of the book appears to clash with Harper Lee's behavior of the last four decades. The premise of a journalist moving in next door and becoming part of Lee's group of friends is unlikely. This is the appeal of The Mockingbird Next Door.
- The narrative moves along quickly.
- Mills focuses on relationships between Lee, her sister, and community members. The focus is not on a chronology of Lee's life.
- It is unclear how much Lee withheld from publication. The author is upfront that Lee controlled what was "on the record."
- In a society where mundane daily activities of celebrities are broadcast to the world, Lee's life is unique.
- Fun facts:
- Lee preferred communication through fax because she didn't like technology and was hard of hearing.
- Lee did not own a washing machine or dryer. She used a nearby laundromat.
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