
THE INVITATION
CHAPTER II THE ARRIVAL
CHAPTER III MISS ELOISE
CHAPTER IV THE PORCH PARTY
CHAPTER V THE LITTLE BUNGALOW
CHAPTER VI IN THE FOG
CHAPTER VII A SAILING PARTY
CHAPTER VIII THE FIRE
CHAPTER IX TO BOSTON
CHAPTER X THE BAZAR
In a sweltering June morning, two spirited girls, Edna and Dorothy, linger beneath the shade of an oak, their minds buzzing with doll‑making and secret plans. When a bright blue envelope arrives, promising a visit to a friend named Jennie, the girls’ excitement eclipses the heat, and they rush to their mothers for permission. Their lively banter and earnest hopes capture the innocence and urgency of childhood friendships.
The story follows the girls as they navigate the gentle negotiations with their parents, balancing the desire for adventure with the responsibilities of family. Through tender dialogue and vivid summer imagery, the narrative paints a picture of a world where a simple letter can spark an entire season of wonder. Listeners will be drawn into the simple joys, the anticipation of a holiday visit, and the earnest, hopeful hearts of two girls on the brink of an unforgettable summer.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (220K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Sandra Eder and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2012-12-15
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1856–1926
A prolific writer for young readers, she turned everyday family life, friendship, and small adventures into warm, reassuring stories that were widely read in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
View all books
by Amy Ella Blanchard

by Amy Ella Blanchard

by Amy Ella Blanchard

by Amy Ella Blanchard

by Amy Ella Blanchard

by Amy Ella Blanchard

by Amy Ella Blanchard

by Amy Ella Blanchard