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reading_ladies_blog's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Infertility, Pedophilia, Racial slurs, Racism, Rape, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Grief, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Alcoholism, Death, Infidelity, Medical content, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Classism
maritay918's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
informative
inspiring
sad
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
Trying to keep the historical setting in mind, I did love Ann’s passion and marveled at her talent. However, I could not shake this niggling feeling that she was a bit too self-focused. It was a complicated relationship between Ann and I as I read. LOL Overall I liked the book. Never knew about Ann, so I was happy to learn about how she impacted “high society” fashion in the South and eventually in other places in the US, like New York.
Not to be missed was the societal context in which Ann lived. I think it was handled well in both areas of class and race.
Not to be missed was the societal context in which Ann lived. I think it was handled well in both areas of class and race.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism, and Classism
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Medical content
Minor: Sexism and War
hannah_lou's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I loved reading this book! It felt like I was reading Ann’s autobiography, rather than a novel, because it was so well-researched. The dialect was great but always comprehensible. I enjoyed the easy pace and short chapters.
Ann took a remarkable place in history and was connected to many notable people; she also bridged the gap between very different eras of civil rights. I would call this story a coming-of-age story for Ann, our country, Jackie Kennedy, the civil rights movement, and fashion all in one.
Marvelous read.
A word about the first third of the book and a certain child marriage: It’s hard to read about the grooming and eventual marriage of twelve-year-old Ann. Sexual acts are described, not in graphic detail, but enough detail to be uncomfortable. While it’s hard to read, I encourage you to keep reading because the marriage does end and I believe Ann finds healing and independence.
Ann took a remarkable place in history and was connected to many notable people; she also bridged the gap between very different eras of civil rights. I would call this story a coming-of-age story for Ann, our country, Jackie Kennedy, the civil rights movement, and fashion all in one.
Marvelous read.
A word about the first third of the book and a certain child marriage:
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Classism
Moderate: Alcoholism, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Infertility, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexual content, Grief, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
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