Review: a fun modern version of a classic
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 4, 2014
I know this is a modern version of Mansfield Park, yet I also got the feeling that Cinderella was lurking in the story. I haven't ever read the "real" version, much to my surprise, so I'm not sure how much of it follows along with the true storyline, however, even just from reading the synopsis, I could see definite parallels.One thing that I really enjoyed was Lilly's character. She is feisty, speaks her mind, and tries so hard to be good, yet she cannot stand up for herself when it really matters. Her foster family walks all over her and takes advantage of her, seriously treating her like Cinderella, and she takes it, because if she doesn't, she is punished. I know it sounds funny that I liked that, but those characteristics make her seem like a real teenager. I really liked her personality.I couldn't stand Harrison. What part of NO don't you understand, Harrison?! Seriously. Julia, his sister, seemed so nice, yet sometimes appearances can be deceiving. I just couldn't make up my mind if his changes were for real or just an act.Sean was such an awesome best friend and foster brother. Lilly really lucked out in that department.Overall, I really enjoyed the story, especially the CLEAN content.Content: kissing; no language or violence. Clean.