Little Women: An Audible Original Drama

by Louise May Alcott, Laura Dern (Narrator)

Hollywood icon Laura Dern breathes new life into Louisa May Alcott’s classic coming-of-age tale that follows the lives of four sisters against a backdrop of the American Civil War. This autobiographical novel takes place in and around the girls’ New England home.

This great American novel demonstrates Alcott's extraordinary talent at portraying the joys and struggles of family life in an unforgettable way. Generations of people - young and old, male and female - have fallen in love with the March sisters. This classic of young adult fiction transcends genre, gender, and class with its examination of personal quests, societal restrictions, family ties, and the end of innocence.

This new audio original dramatisation of Little Women stars a full cast led by two-time Academy Award-nominee, four-time Golden Globe-winner, and Emmy winner Laura Dern (Little Women, Big Little Lies, Jurassic Park), along with veteran narrators Suzanne Toren, Lauren Fortgang, Allison Hiroto, Emily Bauer, and Carly Robins.

Genres: Audiobook, Classics, Fiction

12 pages, Audiobook

Published December 19, 2019

Reviews

[stella✯⁷ · Rating 4 out of 5]

loved this so much!!! such a joy to listen to

[Rachel Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amy March is my comfort character. I balanced this version with my physical copy for the sections I wanted to re-read and soak in and the writing was so good it felt like my brain was being power-washed.

[Leslie Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

perfect christmas-time audiobook to comfort re-read one of my faves…totally didn’t cry several times while listening 🎄❤️

[Allison Van Nattan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is probably closer to a 4.5, but I will round up. It was a sweet and cozy read. There are so many relatable story lines: sister quarrels and grudges (Amy and Jo in the beginning) struggles with being a new mom, trying to fit in, falling for someone who doesn’t feel the same. It was cute and cozy, sad and heart warming. I deduct 1/2 star simply because some of the messages and gender roles are dated.

[Alicia · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was fine. I’m glad that all of them found happiness in their own ways. I wasn’t huge on the story overall, but I do love that these women were NOT wealthy and that the whole story of them in that time was not about their mother forcing them to marry up… but otherwise it just wasn’t my cup of tea.

[Meg · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very wholesome. Loved Jo although my modern perspective wishes she stayed unmarried. Loved the relationships between the sisters.

[Samantha Quesnell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another classic I hadn’t read, this audible production is fantastic and Laura Dern is an excellent narrator. Absolutely loved every character having their own voice actor.

[Kalliste · Rating 4 out of 5]

Until recently, I had vague memories of the 94 movie and that was pretty much all I knew of Little Women. Then I watched the Greta Gerwig version and loved it!

So, I decided to read the book.

it's really long though :sweat_smile: So, someone suggested the audio book and I'm so glad I did it! I loved listening to the characters and the emotion they brought to it. Though, I think I preferred timothee chalamet's proposal scene more than the Laurie of the audio.

The only reason for not giving this 5 stars is that I know Alcott changed the ending for publishing reasons, and I would have loved to seen it finished they way she intended instead.

Also, Laurie and Amy didn't feel like a good match.

[Bethany Ergican · Rating 5 out of 5]

Little Women is such a comforting, timeless story. I loved the characters, the sisterhood, and the way love and friendship are at the center of everything. The life lessons about family, growth, and becoming yourself really stand out.

The full-cast narration was incredible and made the story feel warm and immersive. It’s truly one of the best audiobooks I’ve listened to.

I love that a friend rereads this every year during the holidays, and I completely agree—it’s the perfect seasonal read. It also made me excited to watch some of the film adaptations with my daughter over holiday break and experience the story together.

A beautiful classic that’s always worth coming back to. ❤️

[Heather · Rating 2 out of 5]

I loved the 90s movie as a kid. I haven’t seen it in ages so I figured I’d try this out. I hated it so much.

The story is boring and antiquated. Yeah, yeah, “it’s a classic, blah blah blah.” That’s fine, but classic or not, this is was a snooze fest.

The voice of Jo was really great. The voice of Laurie made me want to stick hot pokers in my ears. I can’t imagine Laurie as attractive if that was his goofy voice. Get outta here.

[Kailey Robinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing!!!! Enjoyed thoroughly! I listened raptly and this thr best adaption so far and beats both movie adoptions I've seen.

[Minoska · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars

[Megy Kaye · Rating 5 out of 5]

THIS WAS SO GOOD! My favorite classic now! And the narration by Laura Dern and the whole cast was perfect! I will definitely be re-listening to this over and over again.

[Lindsay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Listened to this version during car rides with my girls and it was so delightful!

[Laury Herrmann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Full cast narration is excellent!

[Jesse · Rating 4 out of 5]

Listened because I’m going to see the play and it’s been years since I’ve seen the movie. So sweet but also such strong Protestant values