A Rose in Bloom

By: Louisa May Alcott

Narrated by: Barbara Caruso

Returning to the "Aunt Hill" from a two-year trip around the world, 20-year-old Rose Campbell suddenly finds herself surrounded by male admirers, all expecting her to marry them! Rose is rich and pretty, and she suspects many of these suitors are more interested in her wealth than her dreams. But she is determined to live her own life and find her own love, despite the many plans of aunts, uncles, and cousins. Louisa May Alcott wrote this delightful sequel to Eight Cousins at the request of her many fans.

Public Domain (P)2002 Recorded Books

Enjoyed but not as good as the first one

Rose was sort of insufferable in the whole second half of this book. And there wasn’t enough of Uncle Alec. Still overall I enjoyed the book especially watching how Mac grew throughout.

Family and wholesome people, facing difficulties

Rose gradually develops into a woman in the center of her family. One by one characters face challenges and difficulties. Some overcome, some lapse, tragedy strikes, death and disease bring fear and sadness. Rose incorporates it all with grace and strength. I enjoyed her old fashioned family’s ways!

Almost as good as little women

I loved this story so much, full of noble, strong characters, I wished I was more like. So many lessons, tucked away in beautiful story.

Enjoyable

This was an enjoyable to listen to, the reader kept my interest. Very fun and light.

Beautiful story wonderfully narrated

This has been one of my favorite books since childhood. I wasn’t sure if I would like an audio version of it, but Barbara Caruso did such a wonderful job that she brought the story to life and even added to it with her marvelous interpretation of the words. I highly recommend this audio book!