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A review by bookapotamus
Meg and Jo by Virginia Kantra
4.0
I love the story of the March sisters. And I’m always up for a good retelling of any of my favorite childhood reads. Little Women was something my mom introduced me to at a very young age and I’ve read it so many times and have pretty much seen every film adaptation. I’m definitely a Jo, and I was super exited to dive into this one and see what she could be up to in modern day times.
I didn’t really go into it with any expectations, as I appreciate changes to storylines to show what one would imagine the characters could be like now. And it was fun for sure! There were times it felt a bit slow and I easily got tired of the father’s storyline and wish he hadn’t had such a major part (he made me SO MAD), but the sisterly love is still there! The differences between the girls is just as distinct as you’d want them to be, and seeing them come together despite them, is just as satisfying as the original!
The personalities of all the ladies is by far my favorite part of these four sisters and always will be. The story is heartwarming and for me it was a very refreshing take on Little Women. Virginia Kantra did a great job and I commend her bravery for taking on such a beloved Classic! I’m excited to read the upcoming story of Beth & Amy!
I didn’t really go into it with any expectations, as I appreciate changes to storylines to show what one would imagine the characters could be like now. And it was fun for sure! There were times it felt a bit slow and I easily got tired of the father’s storyline and wish he hadn’t had such a major part (he made me SO MAD), but the sisterly love is still there! The differences between the girls is just as distinct as you’d want them to be, and seeing them come together despite them, is just as satisfying as the original!
The personalities of all the ladies is by far my favorite part of these four sisters and always will be. The story is heartwarming and for me it was a very refreshing take on Little Women. Virginia Kantra did a great job and I commend her bravery for taking on such a beloved Classic! I’m excited to read the upcoming story of Beth & Amy!