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CHAPTER I - FLAME
CHAPTER II - LOOKING BACKWARD
CHAPTER III - THEIR CAMP
CHAPTER IV - RIGHT ABOUT, FACE
CHAPTER V - A DISCUSSION
CHAPTER VI - “THE CHOROS”
CHAPTER VII - OTHER GIRLS
CHAPTER VIII - LIGHT AND SHADE
CHAPTER IX - THE ODYSSEY
In the quiet hush of Beechwood Forest, a troop of Girl Scouts sets up camp under a canopy of pine. Two spirited girls, Kara and Tory, decide to slip away for a night of solo exploration, armed with a small fire and a sketchbook of dreams. Their plan for a peaceful night quickly turns into a test of friendship as a stumble leaves Kara bruised and the darkness offers more questions than answers.
As the firelight flickers, the girls must confront fatigue, uncertainty, and the subtle sounds of the forest that hint at hidden trails and unseen companions. Their banter—part teasing, part earnest concern—reveals the depth of their bond while they improvise first‑aid, navigate rough terrain, and keep watch through the witching hour. Listeners are drawn into a gentle yet gripping slice of girl‑scout life, where courage grows in the glow of a campfire and every decision carries the promise of tomorrow.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (230K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Jun 15, 2008
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1876–1958
A lively early-20th-century writer of children's fiction, she is best remembered for adventure-filled series about friendship, camp life, and capable young heroines. Her books helped shape the world of girls' series fiction with stories that are energetic, warm, and full of teamwork.
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