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slowell28's review against another edition
4.0
one word: idyllic. never thought a small coastal town in maine in the early 1900s would be so interesting. got this from the little library and enjoyed every bit
ndeniseg105's review against another edition
3.0
Very touching story. It starts off slow, but was ultimately a rewarding read.
sdelcharco's review against another edition
4.0
It took me a bit to get into this book even though it’s very readable. I found myself cringing at some of the scenes in pain for Christina. However, her pride frustrated me and towards the end I wanted to just shake her! I did enjoy this fictional telling of the backstory behind the painting. I do remember studying it in Art History class in college.
ginny2024's review against another edition
4.0
I received a copy of this book in exchange for a fair review. I really enjoyed it and had a hard time putting it down. It's well written and researched, the descriptions so crisp that you are in the scene. The sadness of the story at times overwhelming. I highly recommend the book.
claire428's review against another edition
informative
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
lottie1803's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
ninasbooks57's review
3.0
I had a hard time liking Christina- I understand her handicap and admire her independent attitude but she also was cruel. I feel she was worried a lot of being left alone but she would have alienated me right away! I feel she was not a very likable person. I felt sorry for her family!!
ccoe119's review
adventurous
emotional
informative
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I have read fictional stories about real people before but never one about a person who most people know nothing about. To me, this piece of fiction will always be Christina’s world. It may or may not be like the one she lives but to me this is the story of Christina Olsen.
chloe16's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
readingonmountains's review against another edition
4.0
This was such an atmospheric read, deeply immersed in the life of Christina Olson, the inspiration behind the iconic painting “Christina’s World” by Andrew Wyeth. I found myself fascinated by Christina, her story, her illness. I’ve read The Exiles and Orphan Train, both by Christina Baker Kline, and they were both five star reads for me. I’d highly recommend all three books by her, she’s so very talented! I loved reading A Piece of the World