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hmurphy's review against another edition
4.0
Truly a nineteenth century melodrama with a predictable plot but a good glimpse into the writing style of one of my favorite authors. One can see LM Alcott spinning out this tale in order to put bread on the table for her family.
firstimpressionsreviews's review against another edition
3.0
A cross between Wuthering Heights and Romeo and Juliet. I've read several other novels of Louisa May Alcott under the pseudonym A.M.Barnard and isn't my favorite. A bit slow until the last 25% of book. Had a satisfactory (if not sad) ending.
amandaquotidianbooks's review against another edition
2.0
This had a very different writing style than Little Women, almost fable-esque. This worked well for this kind of story, but I didn't enjoy it as much. I got Dangerous Liaisons and The Picture of Dorian Grey vibes. However, the characters weren't compelling and the ending was disappointing. I listened to the audiobook, which I don't think heightened my reading experience. I still want to read more Alcott in the future, though.
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