Good Wives

The second story to Louisa Alcott's 'Little Women' Good Wives was published separately by The ⁠Roberts Brothers⁠ Three years later, Meg and John wed and work to adjust to married life. When they have ⁠twins⁠, Meg is a devoted mother but John begins to feel neglected. Meg seeks advice from Marmee, who helps her find balance by making more time for wifely duties and encouraging John to become more involved with child-rearing. Laurie graduates from college, doing well in his last year with Jo's prompting. Amy is chosen over Jo to go on a European tour with her aunt. Beth's health is weak due to complications from scarlet fever which lowers her spirits. While trying to understand Beth's sadness, Jo realizes that Laurie has fallen in love. At first she believes it is with Beth, but soon senses it is with herself. Jo confides in Marmee, telling her that she loves Laurie like a brother but does not love him in a romantic way.

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Lydbog: 8. juni 2026