Another one I think I would have liked a lot more had I read it as a child. I appreciate it, and I found myself rooting for the girls in spots, but it's a little too sappy for 2017 me. I get that it's one of the first books of its kind (to focus on young women in this way) but the girls were just too pure and preachy in some spots. Even when they were "bad" they were pretty angelic. It wasn't always a problem, but it got to me in a few spots. It's also a product of its time--it was a little painful to read about Meg trying to be a good housewife, and the "be a good christian" stuff was a little much. On the other hand, there were some great moments despite the time period. A lot of women putting men in their place, and doing what they want despite their obstacles. Jo especially. I love that she didn't settle for Laurie. (I just wish that she didn't have to end up with the professor--even though I liked him. It just seemed unnecessary).