The Inheritance

 

The Inheritance

Author: Louisa May Alcott

Publisher: Dutton Books

Age: 13+

Content: 2/10 One mention of God's name in vain

Romance: 5/10 It is a romance book, but the romance is beautifully done in the style of Little Women/Good Wives--sweet and not based on touch

Genre: Romance

Rating: 9/10

Characters: Edith. Lord Percy, Lady Ida, Arlington

Summary: Set in an English country manor, this story follows the turbulent fortunes of Edith Adelone, a poor Italian orphan whose loyalty and beauty wins the love of Lord Percy until a jealous rival contrives to take that away. In the locket around her neck, she carries a secret about her natural birth family--but will it be enough to save her?

Final Thoughts: Another classic from Alcott, this is the little book that Jo was writing in Little Women. I'd say she did an amazing job, and this is recommended for anyone who loves Jane Austen!!