Emily is sick and tired of being a middle sister. So when she gets an assignment to describe what she'd change about a classic novel, Emily pounces on Little Women. After all, if she can't change things in her own family, maybe she can bring a little justice to the March sisters. (Kill off Beth? Have cute Laurie wind up with Amy instead of Jo? What was Louisa May Alcott thinking?!) But when Emily gets mysteriously transported into the 1860s world of the book, she discovers that righting fictional wrongs won't be easy. And after being immersed in a time and place so different from her own, it may be Emily-not the four March sisters-who undergoes the most surprising change of all. Lauren Baratz-Logsted's winning confection will appeal to fans of Little Women as well as anyone who enjoys a modern twist on an old favorite.
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"a consistently entertaining read that delivers a genuinely original heroine and frequently hilarious satire." ~ Kirkus Reviews
"I'm a hyperventilating, cheering, hand-flapping clapping, total fangirl of Lauren Baratz-Logsted. I fell in love with her Gothic suspense The Twin's Daughter, adored her girl-pretending-to-be-a-boy boarding school romp The Education of Bet, and I had a laugh-out-loud blast with her latest...Lauren is an absolute genius!" ~ Small Review
"This would be a perfect offering for the Mother-Daughter Book Club crowd." ~ Kiss the Book
"Lauren Baratz-Logsted [is] a wonderfully imaginative and bright writer... LITTLE WOMEN AND ME is a fun, breezy book that makes you think and laugh at the same time. And any book that will encourage kids to go back and take a good long hard look at classic American literature is a wonderful book indeed." ~ Jana Siciliano, Bookreporter.com
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LAUREN BARATZ-LOGSTED is the author of more than a dozen books for adults and young readers, including The Twin's Daughter, Crazy Beautiful, and the Sisters 8 series, which she cowrites with her husband and daughter.
www.laurenbaratzlogsted.com
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I was an independent bookseller and buyer for 11 years before deciding to take a chance on myself as a novelist. While trying to sell my books, I worked variously as a Publishers Weekly reviewer, a freelance editor, a sort-of librarian, and a window washer. My first novel, The Thin Pink Line, about a woman who fakes an entire pregnancy, was published by Red Dress Ink in 2003 as their own first-ever hardcover. It was published in 11 countries and was the first book from any Harlequin imprint ever to receive a starred Kirkus review. I've since had over 20 books published for adults (Vertigo), teens (The Twin's Daughter) and children (The Sisters 8 series, created with my husband and daughter). Recently, I've published a few ebooks as well, including a comedic romance for adults, The Bro-Magnet. I live in Danbury, CT, with my wonderful husband Greg and my equally wonderful daughter Jackie.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Library Lady Hylary - Hilarious adaptation of a well-loved classic!
December 2, 2011
Format:Hardcover
Fourteen-year-old Emily March is fed up with being the middle sister. The love of her life, Jackson, only has eyes for Emily's older sister, Charlotte, and, to make matters worse, her weird English teacher assigned an essay over the weekend. The assignment is to take a novel and select one thing to change in the plot. Emily immediately reaches for Louisa May Alcott's classic Little Women, one of her favorite books, and mulls over whether to write about preventing Beth from passing away or ensuring that Laurie ends up with Jo instead of Amy. As she's thinking, Emily is suddenly transported back in time and finds herself living in the world of Little Women. Emily doesn't know how or why she has arrived not only in 1860s New England but as a member of the March family. As the events of the original story continue around her, Emily learns to adapt to her new life with older sisters Meg and Jo and younger sisters Beth and Amy. Being a 21st century teen in 1860s Massachusetts, however, has its downsides. Not only is Emily plagued with Victorian sensibilities, a war, and, hairy legs, she is also engaged in a battle of wills with Jo over the attentions of Laurie, the March's teenage next-door neighbor. Will Emily be able to accomplish both of the changes she had in mind for Little Women?
Amongst the recent bevy of modern adaptations of classic novels, Little Women and Me stands out as a must-read for anyone with even the slightest hint of liking for the original story. The novel immediately takes the reader into Louisa May Alcott's creation. Those who have read Little Women will recognize characters, events and even quotes from the classic. The addition of Emily, a clever and sarcastic 21st-century fourteen-year-old, makes for a delightful and laugh-out-loud take on the original novel. Emily pokes fun at some of the oddities in the story: Beth's affinity for kittens, limbless dolls and all things pathetic, Jo's irritatingly evident penchant for independence, and Amy's obsession with her nose. Fans of Little Women will find many moments of hilarity in Baratz-Logsted's creative adaptation. The story also takes several twists and turns that will keep the reader guessing, particularly as to the exact nature of Emily's presence in the March house. Overall, Little Women and Me is a funny, entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable update of a classic novel. Those who have not read Louisa May Alcott's version will need to brush up on the basics, but Little Women and Me can also be enjoyed by people who are not as familiar with the original.
The 1994 film version of Little Women is one of my all-time favorite movies and is what prompted me to read Louisa May Alcott's classic novel when I was younger. As an essential lifelong fan of the story, I was intrigued to read this adaptation. The result was far beyond my expectations! I'm not sure if I have ever laughed as much while reading a novel. The clever things that Emily says about the March sisters (basically a vehicle for the author to comment on the original story herself) are, in a word, hilarious. I also really liked the more heartwarming aspects of Emily's life in Little Women, and was especially pleased with the outcome of the story. I would highly recommend this novel to any fans of the original, or as a means of generating interest in reading the classic.
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Amongst the recent bevy of modern adaptations of classic novels, Little Women and Me stands out as a must-read for anyone with even the slightest hint of liking for the original story. The novel immediately takes the reader into Louisa May Alcott's creation. Those who have read Little Women will recognize characters, events and even quotes from the classic. The addition of Emily, a clever and sarcastic 21st-century fourteen-year-old, makes for a delightful and laugh-out-loud take on the original novel. Emily pokes fun at some of the oddities in the story: Beth's affinity for kittens, limbless dolls and all things pathetic, Jo's irritatingly evident penchant for independence, and Amy's obsession with her nose. Fans of Little Women will find many moments of hilarity in Baratz-Logsted's creative adaptation. The story also takes several twists and turns that will keep the reader guessing, particularly as to the exact nature of Emily's presence in the March house. Overall, Little Women and Me is a funny, entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable update of a classic novel. Those who have not read Louisa May Alcott's version will need to brush up on the basics, but Little Women and Me can also be enjoyed by people who are not as familiar with the original.
The 1994 film version of Little Women is one of my all-time favorite movies and is what prompted me to read Louisa May Alcott's classic novel when I was younger. As an essential lifelong fan of the story, I was intrigued to read this adaptation. The result was far beyond my expectations! I'm not sure if I have ever laughed as much while reading a novel. The clever things that Emily says about the March sisters (basically a vehicle for the author to comment on the original story herself) are, in a word, hilarious. I also really liked the more heartwarming aspects of Emily's life in Little Women, and was especially pleased with the outcome of the story. I would highly recommend this novel to any fans of the original, or as a means of generating interest in reading the classic.
Like my reviews? Check out my profile for a link to my blog for more recommendations!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This has to be one of the most unique ideas I've seen before, especially in the whole classic-retelling arena. This did not seem to me, strictly speaking, a retelling of a classic tale, because the author did something so different with it. Yes, the majority of the scenes in the book come straight from Little Women, but they are all from Emily's point of view and therefore told in a different way, so that it gave the story such a unique new spin.
I loved Emily as a character. She was sweet, smart, and so very funny. Her narrative was engaging and so easy to read. I literally flew through this book unexpectedly. I think the summary is a little misleading, because not only does Emily find herself inside the story of Little Women, but she's also one of the sisters... one that wasn't in the original book.
Fans of romance should be warned, as this story doesn't really have much romance in it at all. This would normally disappoint me greatly, but I found myself not really missing it because the interractions among Emily and the sisters was so engrossing and fascinating, I had my mind on other things.
This was a fabulous story that had such a great message in it. Fans of retellings will love it. This is definitely not a book you'd want to miss.
I loved Emily as a character. She was sweet, smart, and so very funny. Her narrative was engaging and so easy to read. I literally flew through this book unexpectedly. I think the summary is a little misleading, because not only does Emily find herself inside the story of Little Women, but she's also one of the sisters... one that wasn't in the original book.
Fans of romance should be warned, as this story doesn't really have much romance in it at all. This would normally disappoint me greatly, but I found myself not really missing it because the interractions among Emily and the sisters was so engrossing and fascinating, I had my mind on other things.
This was a fabulous story that had such a great message in it. Fans of retellings will love it. This is definitely not a book you'd want to miss.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Chels
Format:Hardcover
Feeling ignored and upstaged by her older and younger sisters, middle child Emily March receives an assignment from her freshman English teacher. What one thing would she change about a favorite book to make it perfect? While she ponders whether preventing Beth's death or fixing Jo's romance would make Little Women perfect, Emily March finds herself pulled into the book. She finds herself sitting in the March living room listening to Jo bemoan the absence of presents at Christmas.
Since she's joined the March family and there is only one boy in sight, Emily decides that Laurie will be her boyfriend. The author and Marmee point out that each of the sisters has one character flaw which needs correcting. Emily realizes that her flaw is jealousy. By admiring Jo and loving Beth,...by trying to fix a problem in the story, Emily hopes to return to her own time and family. Her observations about life in 1860s America are both funny and touching.
Anyone who loved reading Little Women will enjoy this book. Many of us absolutely agree with Emily about the changes she contemplates making to the original storyline.
*Complimentary copy received for this review, does not affect my opinion in any way*
Since she's joined the March family and there is only one boy in sight, Emily decides that Laurie will be her boyfriend. The author and Marmee point out that each of the sisters has one character flaw which needs correcting. Emily realizes that her flaw is jealousy. By admiring Jo and loving Beth,...by trying to fix a problem in the story, Emily hopes to return to her own time and family. Her observations about life in 1860s America are both funny and touching.
Anyone who loved reading Little Women will enjoy this book. Many of us absolutely agree with Emily about the changes she contemplates making to the original storyline.
*Complimentary copy received for this review, does not affect my opinion in any way*
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
one of my all time favorites!!!
I am 12 years old, so girls along my age range will probably find my opinion helpful. First of all, Lauren Baratz-Logsted is a genius for writing this! Read more
Published 25 days ago by MagicallyTragic
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic lessons on life
Fantastic story of reality tasting. Use of old story with modern twist was wonderful - reminded me of Lost in Austin. Do not need to be a little woman fan to love this one
Published 1 month ago by Glynnis Brook
2.0 out of 5 stars
diisappointment
Little Women fans may enjoy the many spin-offs available, but this one won't appeal to fans who expect an old-fahioned read. Read more
Published 2 months ago by JJ Writer
4.0 out of 5 stars
Ever wanted to jump into a favorite book? This book's for you!
As long as you've read Little Women at some point, you should be fine reading this. It's been years & I'm remembering things with the narrator. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Gretchen M. Fatouros
2.0 out of 5 stars
I was going to strangle Emily if she didn't get over her obsessive...
I love Lauren Baratz-Logsted. I love her writing style, and I love her plots, and the same goes for this book: I loved Little Women and Me's writing. I loved the plot. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Nicole
5.0 out of 5 stars
really good
I think that this book was a never ever put down book!!!! i could never change this certain book!!!nice job with it!!!!!
Published 7 months ago by Deborah Parks
4.0 out of 5 stars
Enjoyable Read
As a lifelong fan of "Little Women," I was so excited to hear about this book. The premise was certainly intruiging, as I would have loved to go back in time myself and change... Read more
Published 13 months ago by LASCMojo
5.0 out of 5 stars
A fun, breezy book that makes you think and laugh at the same time
LITTLE WOMEN. Almost everybody has an association with those two words. That title is recognized as the American classic by Louisa May Alcott, and reading the book is a rite of... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Teen Reads
3.0 out of 5 stars
Fun Plot
Little Women and Me by Lauren Baratz-Logsted is not a page turner, there isn't much action. That being said, neither is Little Women, one of my favorite classic novels. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Julia
1.0 out of 5 stars
I love Little Women, but this... (SPOILER ALERT)
As the title of my review says, I love Little Women and have read it umpteen times! Yet this book seemed to fall short for me. Here are the two main reasons...
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Published 15 months ago by Cordelia Stacy
