CHRISTINE (HARCOVER) ~ BY JOSEPHINE LAWRENCE

by Josephine Lawrence

Vintage juvenile fiction.

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1930

About the author

A versatile and prolific author, Josephine Lawrence began her career in journalism, soon branched out to ghostwrite girls' and tots' series under her own name and pseudonymously, then went on to earn national recognition for her adult fiction. When she died in 1978, she had written 33 adult novels and approximately 100 children's books. Despite Lawrence's many publications, biographical information about her remains sparse, scattered among a number of brief articles and reviews of her books. This webpage attempts to remedy that lack of information by providing a detailed bio-bibliography of a noteworthy -- and too often overlooked -- woman writer.

Reviews

[Olivia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nothing can beat books like these. Sometimes one just needs a light, fun read...and this was just that! Christine moves to live with her new guardians, Uncle Stanley, Uncle Barry, and Cousin Lo. Although she doesn't like it at first, Uncle Barry asks her to give them a chance.

I wasn't expecting to enjoy this that much. I loved the characters. Uncle Barry...*sigh*....simply wonderful. Reminded me of the uncle in Eight Cousins. By the end even Cousin Lo warmed on me. Edith and Uncle Stanley's love added an interest too :)) The home economics class the girls had to take was lovely. You can't beat the "good ole days"!!

A fun, enjoyable read for girls and teens alike (at least if you're anything like me :)).

[Maia · Rating 3 out of 5]

The best thing about all Josephine Lawrence stories is how atypically strong-minded and original most of her heroines are--reflecting her own views, unusual at the time.

[Mandi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I need to find my copy of this book and re-read it. I used to love this book and I can't remember much about the plot. Will update once I find my copy.

[Stephen Fodor · Rating 3 out of 5]

Christine should have had a sequel Like Rosemary Did.

[Kymberli Briggs · Rating 3 out of 5]

Reminded me of the vintage books I have read through the years. Recommended by a friend.