This
is a true American classic for all readers to enjoy. The novel makes you realize
that no matter which century you live in, we all have hopes and dreams just like
everybody else. We all have goals that we want to accomplish and that's okay.
And even though life can have hardships and battles to go through, you always
have to have hope and never give up.
Reviewed by Anonymous, Grade 12
Glendale Central Library
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Little Women by Louisa May Alcott is a coming-of-age novel that centers around the lives of Meg, Beth, Amy, and Jo, the four March sisters. They live with their mother in Massachusetts, while their father is a pastor far from home. Each of the girls are different in their own ways. Meg is an attractive, traditional girl, Jo is a tomboy and a writer, Amy is an artist, and Beth stays at home and helps around the house. Yet, for the most part, the girls all get along and try to navigate life without their father.
The book is a little slow due to it following a traditional family from long ago. I enjoyed it for the most part, but found it to be a little dull in some parts. There really isn't a clear plot, more so a collection of events and stories that take place in the day-to-day lives of the March family. However, each event did have a lesson that you can apply in your own life.
Personally, my favorite character is Jo because I see a little bit of myself in her. She is a tomboy and a writer. Unlike the other characters, she was determined and intelligent to reach her goal of becoming a writer regardless of any hindrances that come her way. She was also the funniest character which made me love her more.
Little Women is truly a staple if you are trying to read classics!
Reviewed by Melody S., Grade 9
Montrose Library
This is the narrative of Margaret, Josephine, Elizabeth, and Amy March, four sisters from the March family who live in Concord, America during the American Civil War. The father of the girls has gone to fight in a war as a responsible citizen. And these four tiny women, who are at home, assist their marmee (Mrs. March) in whatever way they can by helping with daily household chores and expenses. These small women are smart, responsible, kind, polite, and courteous despite having varied personalities and interests.
I truly enjoyed this book, especially the roles played by the March sisters and March faily... Their work, and certainly, Laurie, who was a huge assistance. It is a really wonderful and effective read that honors women and shows us how the sisters managed to aid Marmee with the housework by assisting their mother when their father was unavailable. It also detailed how Jo made money by selling her hair. This novel is definitely one to remember; there's a lot going on, yet it's not frenetic; in fact, it's rather enjoyable.
Reviewed by Anonymous, Grade 9
Glendale Central Library
This follows the story of the March sisters, four girls, who must transition from childhood to womanhood. Not too long before the events of this novel, the girl’s father left to fight during the Civil War, forcing the girls to stay home with their mother. The story's main protagonist, Jo March, an ambitious and determined young author, starts to come face to face with what society expects of women, while trying to find herself and who she is supposed to become. When the neighbor’s grandson, Laurie, shows interest in the sisters, it starts a powerful bond and friendship between the girls and Laurie, especially with the young author. As Jo continues to fight societal norms and gender stereotypes, men start to join the household, bringing in new adventures and obstacles for the young women.
Louisa May Alcott writes a coming-of-age novel, with aspects of historical fiction and comedy all coming into play in her famous novel, "Little Women." While the book is placed under the comedy genre, the book does get emotional and sad during some scenes. I would also keep in mind this book tackles many real-world topics, including racism and women empowerment, as well as how women can have and achieve their desires and goals. The book also gives us an insight into life during the Civil War, as well as the impact social status makes on human lives. I recommend this book to any reader who likes history, as this books gives a good insight to a normal family life during very important times in history.
Reviewed by S.G., Grade 10
Grandview Library
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