Meg and Jo, Virginia Kantra
Meg and Jo, Virginia Kantra
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Meg and Jo

Author: Virginia Kantra

Narrator: Shannon McManus, Karissa Vacker

Unabridged: 13 hr 46 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Penguin Audio

Published: 12/03/2019


Synopsis

The timeless classic Little Women inspired this heartwarming modern tale of four sisters from New York Times bestselling author Virginia Kantra.

The March sisters—reliable Meg, independent Jo, stylish Amy, and shy Beth—have grown up to pursue their separate dreams. When Jo followed her ambitions to New York City, she never thought her career in journalism would come crashing down, leaving her struggling to stay afloat in a gig economy as a prep cook and secret food blogger.

Meg appears to have the life she always planned—the handsome husband, the adorable toddlers, the house in a charming subdivision. But sometimes getting everything you’ve ever wanted isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.

When their mother’s illness forces the sisters home to North Carolina for the holidays, they’ll rediscover what really matters.

One thing’s for sure—they’ll need the strength of family and the power of sisterhood to remake their lives and reimagine their dreams.

About The Author

New York Times bestselling author Virginia Kantra is the author of almost thirty novels. Her stories have earned numerous awards including two Romance Writers of America's RITA® Awards, ten RITA® nominations, and two National Readers' Choice Awards. Carolina Dreaming, the fifth book in her Dare Island series, won the 2017 RITA® Award for Best Contemporary Romance - Midlength and was named one of BookPage's Top Ten Romance Novels of 2016.Virginia is married to her college sweetheart, a coffee shop owner who keeps her well supplied with caffeine and material. They make their home in North Carolina, where they raised three (mostly adult) children. She is a firm believer in the strength of family, the importance of storytelling, and the power of love. Her favorite thing to make for dinner? Reservations.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Nilufer on November 01, 2021

Did somebody write the retelling of my all-time favorite book? Oh, yes, it is true. So what I’m waiting for to dive in! CHRISTMAS WON’T BE CHRISTMAS WITHOUT MARCH SISTERS! BUT… That was the worst decision I’ve made to decide reading retelling of my all-time favorite story which means so much to me. It......more

Goodreads review by BernLuvsBooks on March 03, 2020

4 Stars for this Charming Contemporary Retelling of a Beloved Classic! Virginia Kantra has reimagined Little Women and brought it to life with a modern day spin that I was so excited about as a fan of the original book. She found a way to remain true to the spirit of the classic revolving around......more

Goodreads review by Susanne on March 07, 2020

5 Brilliant Stars. My Feel Good Book of the Year! Growing up, “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott, was one of my favorite novels. I always imagined that I was Jo. Bookish, stubborn, smart, fiery Jo. Oh How I loved her! As soon as I heard about “Meg and Jo” the contemporary retelling by Virginia Kantra,......more

Goodreads review by Jennifer ~ TarHeelReader on December 22, 2020

Ooh la la! A contemporary retelling of Little Women, one of my favorite childhood classics, had me all in! The March sisters we all know and love are here. Meg, Jo, Amy, and Beth. Jo heads off to New York to study journalism, but her career takes a nosedive. Meg is taking the “safe” route with the li......more

Goodreads review by Christy on June 18, 2020

4 stars I saw a lot of mixed reviews about this book so I went into with lower expectations, but I really ended up loving it! Meg and Jo is a modern retelling of 'Little Women' and it's told from the perspective of (you guessed it...) Meg and Jo. Jo is living in NYC and working in a kitchen and......more


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Praise for Meg and Jo

"This family drama offers sharp insights into the tough choices women make."—People Magazine

“I don’t know of another author who could do justice to Little Women. In a warm, realistic, and humorous voice, Virginia Kantra knocks it out of the park with Meg & Jo in this rich retelling of the beloved classic.”—New York Times bestselling author Kristan Higgins

“Kantra blends just enough of Alcott’s story of four close-knit sisters and their myriad tribulations with clever and timely new elements...The imaginative storytelling and sparkling prose make this a winner.”—Publishers Weekly

“Those who gravitate toward family-centric novels with twists along the way will enjoy this novel, and fans of Alcott's original will appreciate this modern take on the beloved classic.”—Booklist

“A thought-provoking adaptation of a beloved classic.”—Kirkus Reviews

"A fun and lighthearted read."—Mindbodygreen

"Meg & Jo is a must-read for anyone who grew up with Little Women and is a complex exploration of the power of time, place and identity."—Deep South Magazine

"A great novel to pair with hot cider and to whet your appetite for the “Little Women” film that releases on Christmas Day."—Augusta Chronicle

"A beautiful continuation of the original classic."—Seattle Book Review