Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott

288 pages first pub 1875 (editions) user-added

fiction childrens classics middle grade young adult reflective slow-paced
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Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott is a heartwarming and inspiring tale that is a perfect fit for readers of all ages who are looking for a story about the joys of family, friendship, and self-discovery, with a strong focus on the transformative power of kindness, courage, and growing up.

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When Rose Campbell, a shy orphan, arrives at "The Aunt Hill" to live with her six aunts and seven boisterous male cousins, she is quite overwhelmed. How could such a delicate young lady, used to the quiet hallways of a girls' boarding school, exis...

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Community Reviews

3.84
based on 2,299 reviews

Moods

lighthearted: 83%

relaxing: 43%

hopeful: 38%

funny: 33%

reflective: 28%

emotional: 25%

inspiring: 21%

adventurous: 11%

informative: 3%

sad: 3%


Pace

14% of readers chose fast
46% of readers chose medium
39% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

8% of readers chose Plot
16% of readers chose A mix
75% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

78% of readers chose Yes
6% of readers chose Complicated
15% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

84% of readers chose Yes
1% of readers chose Complicated
11% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

5% of readers chose Yes
3% of readers chose Complicated
86% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

31% of readers chose Yes
12% of readers chose Complicated
51% of readers chose No
4% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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