The Oscar nominated movie released in 2011 that received a fresh rating of less than 50 on Rotten Tomatoes was based on a book by what author?

The Oscar-nominated movie released in 2011 that received a fresh rating of less than 50 on Rotten Tomatoes is "The Help." This film is based on the book of the same name by author Kathryn Stockett. The movie explores themes of race, class, and the relationships between African American maids and their white employers in the 1960s.