Self-help ✦ Penny’s Take
Pollyanna Grows Up
Eleanor H. Porter · 2010
64/100
👍 Worth It
Porter's 1915 sequel follows the irrepressible Pollyanna into young womanhood, testing her 'glad game' philosophy against grief, a love triangle, and adult responsibilities — and the warmth holds up. It is lighter and more episodic than the original, with period dialogue that benefits from some context, but the moral generosity and genuine heart make it worthwhile for readers who loved the first book. A gentle classic continuation, not a revelation.
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Verdict receipt0–100
Faith & family safety84
Substance / usefulness65
Craft & writing68
Originality48
Evidence & accuracy81
Hype vs delivers76
Age-fit78
👁 Human-eye gut-check65
Penny’s verdict64
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