kitkat133's review against another edition
4.0
I always loved this book as a kid so it gets 4 stars for the nostalgia
rebeccatc's review against another edition
4.0
Better than the first installment. Tom-boy Lissie reluctantly attends finishing school, where she discovers the joys of true friendship. I liked the way Lissie's efforts in learning how to "take tea" politely contrasted with her father's decision to protest the tax on tea by participating in a boycott. Lissie learned some very adult lessons about how to manage political disagreement while minding one's manners and maintaining meaningful relationships.
thatchickengirl23's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
hangrim's review against another edition
3.0
Ok… She kinda grew on me with the whole “rebellious girl” who chafes at being “ladylike” angle and all. Better than I remember!
bookworm87's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
brittanystoess's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
glowing_embers16's review against another edition
5.0
Felicity was my favorite American Girl. She has so much spunk. This book gives a great lessons about standing up for what you believe is right in a polite and courteous manner.
bronwynmb's review
4.0
About to start the American Girls podcast, so I’m rereading my AG books before I listen to the episodes.
I really enjoyed this one. For some reason, I remembered the opening scene of the book before I even read it again. I remember really liking Elizabeth and I still do. The “lesson” Felicity learns is well done, Mother is wonderful, and the book brings more of the Revolutionary themes into the stories.
(My mom made me Felicity’s school dress for fifth grade colonial days and it was basically the best thing ever.)
I really enjoyed this one. For some reason, I remembered the opening scene of the book before I even read it again. I remember really liking Elizabeth and I still do. The “lesson” Felicity learns is well done, Mother is wonderful, and the book brings more of the Revolutionary themes into the stories.
(My mom made me Felicity’s school dress for fifth grade colonial days and it was basically the best thing ever.)