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A review by mrs_smuttersworth
Jo & Laurie by Margaret Stohl, Melissa de la Cruz
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
I’m really sad to see the reviews on this book, from people who didn’t read it. But as someone who loves Lou Alcott and the world of Little Women, I think this was a great tribute.
Jo and Laurie are still the same stubborn, obstinate people they are in the works of Alcott, and I think that this resolution to their story will satisfy all the Jo and Laurie shippers, and all the fans of Jo in particular.
We follow Jo and Laurie growing up and becoming their own people, but also experiencing growing pains in their friendship. I think a lot of people will relate to the fear and uncertainty Jo feels, and her angst when grappling with keeping her autonomy, or bowing to society’s traditions.
I’m glad I picked this book up on a whim.
Jo and Laurie are still the same stubborn, obstinate people they are in the works of Alcott, and I think that this resolution to their story will satisfy all the Jo and Laurie shippers, and all the fans of Jo in particular.
We follow Jo and Laurie growing up and becoming their own people, but also experiencing growing pains in their friendship. I think a lot of people will relate to the fear and uncertainty Jo feels, and her angst when grappling with keeping her autonomy, or bowing to society’s traditions.
I’m glad I picked this book up on a whim.