Reviews

Daddy-Long-Legs by Jean Webster

larissa_4444's review against another edition

funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

3.0

eggjen's review against another edition

5.0

This book sucked me in from page one. The main character is so amiable, interesting and intelligent and the writing style so inviting. It felt like talking to a very good friend and made for a book that was read quickly and deeply enjoyed. It's hard to believe it was written 100 years ago, it easily could have been written today.

ghadeerbook's review against another edition

funny inspiring lighthearted relaxing 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

4.0

I expected the plot twist but it was a fun read nevertheless 

bungadinding's review against another edition

3.0

menyesal karena pada akhirnya cuma bisa memberikan tiga bintang :(. sebenernya ini cerita yang manis... manis banget, potensial bikin diabetes *heh*. sayangnya karena cuma diceritakan lewat sudut pandang surat2 Judy, aku merasa banyak plot yang hilang di sini :(. pasti lebih menarik andai pembaca juga bisa 'mengintip' gimana rasanya jadi si Daddy LongLegs yang harus terus2an menutupi jati dirinya dari Judy padahal sekaligus dia mengenal Judy *ups, spoiler dikit deh xD*. gimana dia harus seolah punya kepribadian ganda di depan Judy. kepingin banget ngeliat itu dari sudut pandang si Daddy Long Legs-nya :((.

martyrcore's review against another edition

2.0

yas girl queen feminist icon

lyraparledor's review against another edition

SQUICK

mysterygirl88's review against another edition

funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

Jerusha grew up in a boarding school for orphans and despite her restrictive and uninspiring upbringing, developed a spirit that manifested itself in her schooling. This brought her to the attention of a generous (and mysterious) benefactor who provides her with the opportunity of attending college where she thrives and blossoms into herself. As a stipulation of this financial support, Jerusha is made to write regularly to her patron about her educational progress. These letters are full of wonder, gratitude, humour and spunk. This is a light hearted and quick read that leaves you with a warm contented feeling.

Epistolary
Made me chuckle
HEA
Impertinent but charming narrator
Love and value of learning
Touches on Women's Rights
Self-discovery and creating your own identity

immila's review against another edition

funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No

5.0

I’ve read it when i was a teen, and now, in May 2024, i’ve read it again — and i’m so happy that i did! 
this book makes me feel as warm and happy as it did ten (or something) years ago. 
some parts of this book are certainly dated, but i think it could also age even. 
overall, this is still a “feel-good” book that made me feel lighter again (for the duration of reading this book).

and god!! i love judy so much!! little me was certainly in love with her too and didn’t realize that (which is funny for me to think about now). 
my 5-star rating is certainly subjective, but i can’t rate this book lower — not with how much joy it brought to me now, when all things seem so bad

bennybooks's review against another edition

funny inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

She is literally my favorite protagonist in all of fiction
And I’m exceptionally happy that it’s the same as the musical

cecilevk's review against another edition

funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing 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? No

4.0