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thenovelbook's review against another edition
2.0
Definitely not a favorite, too saccharine and just not up to my expectations. Just found out, though that ITV (which was behind the most recent adaptations of Persuasion and Northanger Abbey) has commissioned a TV movie of it. Sounds like they're going to change the plot somewhat. Wonder if it'll be more likeable than the book. Now, what I'd really love to see is an adaptation of Burnett's totally wonderful book The Shuttle.
alincbarnes's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
lisamck's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
kbcozy22's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
I had never heard of this book (found randomly browsing at library) and I found it charming! I adored the character of Emily and found myself rooting for her. Her kindness and hard working nature is so admirable. About 3/4ths of the way it got a bit slow and a slightly abrupt ending but overall really good! Give this forgotten classic a read!
carrymey's review against another edition
3.0
It was an okay read. At first I liked Emily a lot but throughout the book she seemed to get dumber.
best_lemon's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
alba_1994's review
4.0
First book intended for adults that I have read of Burnett. She combines realism and a fairytale vibe in a very unique way.
therealkathryn's review against another edition
3.0
The first half (originally a separate book), in which we meet Emily, learn more about her life, and cheer on her happy ending when she leaves poverty behind by marring a Marquis, is quite good. The second is much less so. Emily goes from being a kind person to almost stupid. There is a boorish heir presumptive who resents the new Marchioness, a sly and untrustworthy Indian servant (Victorian stereotype ugh), and not much of the charm of the first part.
Fans of Frances Hodgson Burnett will find the first half well worth reading.
Fans of Frances Hodgson Burnett will find the first half well worth reading.