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lucyatoz's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Little Women has been on my bookcase for the longest time and I am so pleased that I have now taken the opportunity to read it. It tells the coming of age story of the 4 March sisters, Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy. They are living in Massachusetts, USA, in genteel poverty, with their mother, or Marmee, and maid, Hannah, whilst their father is serving in the Union Army as a Chaplain. Meg and Jo, as the eldest two, work to support the family, while Beth loves to play the piano and Amy, the youngest, is very artistic.
It is really interesting to read about the four different personalities of the sisters and how they each navigate the highs and lows of their lives, befriending their rich neighbours, the Laurences, a Grandfather and Grandson who are often at odds, their temperamental Aunt Josephine, who Jo assists in her mansion, and when caring and providing comfort to the Hummels family, a poor German widow with six children, living in the neighbourhood.
I own a book of this novel and listened to the audiobook on Borrowbox. I read this for prompt 22, a plot similar to another book, for the 52 Book Club Reading Challenge 2024.
It is really interesting to read about the four different personalities of the sisters and how they each navigate the highs and lows of their lives, befriending their rich neighbours, the Laurences, a Grandfather and Grandson who are often at odds, their temperamental Aunt Josephine, who Jo assists in her mansion, and when caring and providing comfort to the Hummels family, a poor German widow with six children, living in the neighbourhood.
I own a book of this novel and listened to the audiobook on Borrowbox. I read this for prompt 22, a plot similar to another book, for the 52 Book Club Reading Challenge 2024.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death
Minor: War
swisner's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-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
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Classism, Grief, and Death
kelleykamanda's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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
Such a warm and beautiful classic. Though some parts have aged and the story can be slow at times- it’s truly a masterpiece in its own right.
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Chronic illness, and Death
Minor: Child death
readbycarina's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Terminal illness
Minor: War and Child death
ritaconstantino's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Terminal illness and Death
seapotatohowisitalrtaken's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Classism, Death, Terminal illness, Child death, Toxic friendship, Bullying, and Grief
Minor: Animal death and War
hailhex's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness and Death
Minor: Misogyny and Racism
mary_do_12's review
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-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
4.5
i think this is a new comfort read for me.
„little women“ was one of the few books i read after watching the movie, but i think in this case it actually helped me to understand the book better. i absolutely love the movie and finding parts of it in the book (or rather the other way around) was always so cool. because this was a classic, it was hard for me to get through sometimes, but given the circumstances, i found the language actually quite easy to read. having seen the movie and knowing the characters from the start has given me a motivation to keep reading.
the one thing that has to be said is that louisa may alcott created such amazing characters in this book and i cannot begin to express my love for them. the march sister are one of the most beautifully yet realistically composed characters and it’s so cool to be able to find yourself in each of them and to go on their journey of growing up. i could write a whole essay on them right here and right now but i’ll spare you that.
the book also helped me understand the motives of the characters in the movie a lot more. i always thought jo was a much better fit for laurie than amy could ever be, but after reading the book i’ve gained a new perspective and i have possibly changed my mind.
these characters really grew on me, and though it’s been a sometimes challenging read, i’m kinda sad to let them go.
„little women“ was one of the few books i read after watching the movie, but i think in this case it actually helped me to understand the book better. i absolutely love the movie and finding parts of it in the book (or rather the other way around) was always so cool. because this was a classic, it was hard for me to get through sometimes, but given the circumstances, i found the language actually quite easy to read. having seen the movie and knowing the characters from the start has given me a motivation to keep reading.
the one thing that has to be said is that louisa may alcott created such amazing characters in this book and i cannot begin to express my love for them. the march sister are one of the most beautifully yet realistically composed characters and it’s so cool to be able to find yourself in each of them and to go on their journey of growing up. i could write a whole essay on them right here and right now but i’ll spare you that.
the book also helped me understand the motives of the characters in the movie a lot more. i always thought jo was a much better fit for laurie than amy could ever be, but after reading the book i’ve gained a new perspective and i have possibly changed my mind.
these characters really grew on me, and though it’s been a sometimes challenging read, i’m kinda sad to let them go.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death
Minor: War, Blood, and Grief
helenafaustina's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Little Women is my all-time favorite book. This book shows the reader how the girls in the story become real ladies without giving up their hopes and dreams. The author depicts real-life circumstances, good and bad. It has humor and love, hardships and trials. Most of all, the characters have common sense and good morals. This is the type of book to be read while being cuddled up with a blanket by the fire, all nice and cozy. If anyone wants a good, solid book to read while learning valuable lessons, I recommend this book 100%!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness, Grief, Medical trauma, and Child death
Moderate: Death and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Bullying, Medical content, and War
It's very clean. It seems like some people are putting tags in without any reason at all.adiloretto's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death