2019
WISE Score
Amazon
A vibrant, modern spin on the March sisters that swaps Civil War hoop skirts for NYC subways and a blended family.
4.6
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This isn't your grandma’s Little Women. It ditches the stuffy 19th-century moralizing and replaces it with a story that actually looks and feels like 2026.
By making the March family blended and setting them in Brooklyn, the creators managed to save the best parts of the classic (the sisterly bond) while ditching the parts that make modern kids' eyes glaze over. It’s a top-tier choice for any kid who likes Raina Telgemeier or Real Friends.
Perfect for ages 8 to 14. It's sophisticated enough for middle schoolers but accessible enough for a 3rd grader who loves a good sister story.
The core of the story is about a blended family supporting each other through deployment and illness. It models healthy sibling conflict and reconciliation without being preachy.
Successfully translates 19th-century character archetypes into a modern NYC setting. The graphic novel format uses color and layout creatively to distinguish the four distinct personalities.
Very safe for the middle-grade target. There's some mild 'boy trouble' and a coming-out arc for Jo, but everything is handled with care and zero edge for edge's sake.
Offers great representation of a modern blended family and addresses real-world issues like financial strain and LGBTQ+ identity in a way that feels natural, not like a checklist.
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