In this article, the author explores his experience of reading the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee in the 10th grade that inspired, challenged and moved him to become a lawyer and also reflects on the popularity received by the novel. Topics discussed include the movie "To Kill a Mockingbird" based on Lee's book that starred Gregory Peck and the book "Go Set a Watchman," a sequel to book "To Kill a Mockingbird."