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The Daring Ladies of Lowell

Kate Alcott
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The Daring Ladies of Lowell

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Kate Alcott

The Daring Ladies of Lowell

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

287

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Lowell, Massachusetts • 1830s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Daring Ladies of Lowell by Kate Alcott, a young woman named Alice leaves her farm to work in the textile mills of Lowell, Massachusetts, during the 1830s. Amidst challenging conditions, she forms bonds with other "mill girls" and becomes involved in a fight for justice after a tragic event prompts a significant trial.

Adventurous

Mysterious

Emotional

Gritty

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

3.9

8,929 ratings

59%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Daring Ladies of Lowell is praised for its engaging portrayal of the mill girls and its historical accuracy. Readers appreciate the novel's strong female characters and Alcott's vivid storytelling. However, some criticize its predictable plot and lack of depth in character development. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of historical fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Daring Ladies of Lowell?

Lovers of historical fiction and strong female protagonists will enjoy The Daring Ladies of Lowell. Fans of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah or The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd will appreciate the novel's exploration of social issues, romance, and the resilience of women during the Industrial Revolution.

3.9

8,929 ratings

59%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

287

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Lowell, Massachusetts • 1830s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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