Jan Notzon @jannotzon

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Jovie Branning: I really admired the layered storytelling in To Sing Like a Mockingbird. At first, it seems like Justin’s story will center solely on his fight at the reformatory, but the book broadens into an exploration of politics, crime, and family. What impressed me was…

Jaxon Reid: Chapter 2 struck a chord with our club. The funeral scene felt both real and moving, and the layers of emotion grief, humor, tenderness sparked conversation about human resilience. Jacob’s protective nature and Grace’s quiet strength left a lasting impression. By…

Miles Bennett: Chapter 5 shows Notzon at his best, balancing delicate character interactions with deeper thematic resonance. Jacob and Grace feel so alive that we discussed them as if they were people we knew. The first five chapters have a rhythm, an emotional pulse, that kept…

Merrick Fenlow: This book reminded me of classic American moral dramas. The conflict isn’t just external, it’s internal, grinding, and deeply personal. Justin’s attempts to rehabilitate young offenders were inspiring, but also heartbreaking in their futility against larger…

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Greer Bellamy: To Sing Like a Mockingbird is one of those books that sneaks up on you. At first glance, it’s a story about juvenile reform and small town politics, but by the end, it becomes a meditation on integrity and the price of sticking to your beliefs. Justin Kopechne is…

Wyatt Collins: Chapter 1 sets a captivating tone, but Chapter 3 gave our club so much to discuss childhood memories, unspoken family tensions, and Jacob’s humor as a shield. The emotional landscape is carefully crafted, and Grace’s vulnerability creates a delicate tension. By…

Ava Monroe Chapter 2’s funeral prompted one of our most reflective discussions yet. Notzon balances grief, ritual, and humor in a way that feels intimate and genuine. The early chapters already establish rich characters and a living, breathing world. By Chapter 5, every member…

Judson Tolliver: What impressed me most about To Sing Like a Mockingbird is its depth of character. Justin is someone you root for even when he frustrates you, and that complexity kept me hooked. I thought the scenes at the reformatory were some of the most powerful, giving a…

📷 Nicole Juan This novel pulled me in with its realism. Nothing here feels exaggerated the corruption, the family conflicts, the struggles at the reformatory all read like things that could happen in any small town. Justin Kopechne is idealistic, but not in a way that feels…

Kingston Hansen: 5.0 out of 5 stars This novel was a standout read for our book club. Personally, I was captivated by how the author built tension while also exploring such profound emotional truths. Jake’s struggles and the way his past and present collide made me reflect on…

Mireille Ravencroft I think what sets To Sing Like a Mockingbird apart is the way it balances big themes with intimate storytelling. Yes, there’s crime, politics, and cartel influence, but at the heart of it is a man trying to stay true to himself in a world that keeps asking…

Roman Everett 5.0 out of 5 stars Good book Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2025 And Ye Shall Be As Gods is a multi-layered novel that weaves personal trauma with historical horrors, creating a narrative that is both intimate and universal. Our book club had such…

Olivia Juan: One of the things I enjoyed most about this novel is its refusal to make morality easy. Justin Kopechne isn’t a classic hero; he’s flawed, often difficult, but fiercely committed to his cause. That complexity made him relatable. I thought the reformatory scenes were…

Jaxon Reid: Chapter 2 struck a chord with our club. The funeral scene felt both real and moving, and the layers of emotion grief, humor, tenderness sparked conversation about human resilience. Jacob’s protective nature and Grace’s quiet strength left a lasting impression. By…

Miles Bennett: Chapter 5 shows Notzon at his best, balancing delicate character interactions with deeper thematic resonance. Jacob and Grace feel so alive that we discussed them as if they were people we knew. The first five chapters have a rhythm, an emotional pulse, that kept…

Orin Winslow: Reading To Sing Like a Mockingbird felt like stepping into a moral crucible where every choice had weight. Justin Kopechne’s fight to reform young offenders struck me as noble but exhausting, and the author captures that grind in a way that felt heartbreakingly…

Wyatt Collins: Chapter 1 sets a captivating tone, but Chapter 3 gave our club so much to discuss childhood memories, unspoken family tensions, and Jacob’s humor as a shield. The emotional landscape is carefully crafted, and Grace’s vulnerability creates a delicate tension. By…

Theron Ravencroft: What makes To Sing Like a Mockingbird compelling is its exploration of flawed humanity. Justin’s fight for juvenile reform feels noble, but the book doesn’t romanticize it. The reformatory work is depicted with grit and frustration, and Justin’s stubbornness…