A review by oceanwriter
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective 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

5.0

I'm not sure what I can say about this book that hasn't been said before. It's a story that has meant so much to so many people for centuries. Having grown up visiting Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House, being able to physically enter that world makes reading the story as an adult hit so differently.

The story follows the lives of Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy, four sisters living in the Civil War times in Massachusetts. The book is somewhat based on Louisa May Alcott's life, making it a nice and genuine glimpse at life in the 1800s. With a mix of family life as well as social matters of the time, it's become a piece of history rather than a mere novel.

I think I have to credit this book for my love of character-driven stories. The sisters have such diverse personalities that make their intertwined lives so interesting to read about. My favorite has always been Beth and I love her even more now. I got lost in her scenes. I also love that it's a story where, when going back, you can open up any chapter and be immersed. 
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