Daddy Long Legs by: Jean Webster

http://www.amazon.com/Daddy-Long-Legs-Wiseman-Project-Classics-ebook/dp/B003GIRG0A/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1326428259&sr=1-4


Cleanliness:
Absurdly clean- unless you consider formal dances, hikes up a mountain and having tea together scandalous... 

Summary:
Jerusha Abbott lives an orphanage until a rich benefactor agrees to support her in furthering her education. He will pay her college tuition and a monthly allowance under one condition: She must write a letter to him monthly informing him of her progress in her studies. However, she has never met him, is given a false name to address the letters to (Mr. Smith) and is told he will never reply to her letters. You would think that writing a 1-sided letter might be difficult and a bit boring to read but you might be surprised.

What I Really Liked:
I liked that it was a feel good sort of book. Jerusha began with nothing and ended with everything: an education, a job, love and much happiness. It also had a twist at the end that might or might not surprise you depending on your abilities to predict.


What I Disliked:
I understand that in the time period it was written women didn't have the rights they do now so I understand the need for a girl power message. However, I am not a huge girl power kind of person-  I am completely ok with getting married and letting a man completely support me- SO with that said there were some times when the girl power was a little much for me. But only a few times because most of the time the girl power was right on target. After all, women do deserve to get an education and they do deserve the right to vote.

Reading Worth:
Read this if you are in the mood for a light, happy read.