A review by sparkingjoyinreading
Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott

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

4.0

Eight Cousins is the story of Rose, a little girl who has been orphaned, who comes to live with her maiden aunts. She is surrounded by male cousins who take her in as a playmate. I love the look at life in New England after the Civil War, especially with the seafaring uncles.