A review by amc70
Under the Lilacs by Louisa May Alcott

emotional lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A charming story from another time. Whenever I pick up a classic like this,I am enthralled by the language and sentence structure. I love sentences that are a paragraph long! Alcott’s language is dreamy and lyrical, her story sweet and wise. Recommended for any fan of American classics.