47 pages • 1 hour read
Louisa May AlcottEight Cousins
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1874A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Louisa May Alcott's Eight Cousins is widely praised for its warm, wholesome narrative and strong female protagonist, appealing to readers who enjoy character-driven stories with moral lessons. However, some find it didactic and less engaging than Alcott's other works. Its period-specific views may also feel outdated to modern audiences, yet its charm endures.
Who Should Read Eight Cousins?
A reader who enjoys Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott would likely appreciate heartwarming, classic tales of family and personal growth. Fans of Alcott’s Little Women or L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables series, which emphasize strong, relatable female protagonists and wholesome storytelling, will find this novel appealing.
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Reading Age
12-17yearsLexile Level
1150L