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3.68 AVERAGE
3.68 AVERAGE
I actually really, really hated this book because I love Little Women so incredibly much. The author may have done her research on the Civil War, but she did nothing in regards to religion, nor did she seem to really read much into the details in Little Women that hinted at March's character. Her completely inaccurate portrayal of the main character destroyed most of the enjoyment for me. But for those who don't care about being accurate to the original story source, this is a great read -- hence any stars at all.
A very well-written work of historical fiction that, in my opinion, is very worthy of the Pulitzer prize that was awarded to its author, Geraldine Brooks. During the darkest hours of US history the story's central character (the fictional father of Louisa May Alcott's fictional Little Women) response to the tragedy's of that era are, in many ways, uplifting.
The "guest appearances" by Thoreau and Emerson add to an already great book.
The "guest appearances" by Thoreau and Emerson add to an already great book.
I started listening to this last fall and abandoned it for a while. I'm glad I picked it back up.
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
This is a beautifully written book with a lot of information about the Civil War and the Underground Railroad about what happens to the father of the March clan of Little Women during the year he is away at war.
The one issue I have with it is that in Little Women the family is perfect, or close to it. In March, the author makes Mr March flawed, which doesn't really match Little Women. It's still a good, interesting book but it's definitely a slightly different family than the one described in Little Women.
The one issue I have with it is that in Little Women the family is perfect, or close to it. In March, the author makes Mr March flawed, which doesn't really match Little Women. It's still a good, interesting book but it's definitely a slightly different family than the one described in Little Women.
Wanted to love, but I did LIKE this reimagining of Louisa May Alcott's dad's life. Some fabulous parts, but ultimately I had to force myself to finish. Perhaps it's just not a summer read?
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I could not get into this book. I couldn't relate to Mr. March (Jo March's father...you'll see) and found the twin settings of wartime and slavery too harsh. Meanwhile, evocations of the Little Women didn't feel as true to life.
I will now commence re-reading Little Women and watch Little Women the movie!
Tthis is the only book by Brooks that I don't like. I think she wrote this for sensationalism. Everyone knows that March is based on Louisa May Alcott's Little Women, which was based on Alcott's family. Brooks states that she heavily researched "March" before writing it. But she admits to making up one part, which seems to be the basis for March's abolitionist ways. I strongly disagree with the author's motive and method, therefore I hated the book.