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• [CHAPTER I—SUMMER PLANS](https://www.gutenberg.org/#chapter-i--summer-plans)
CHAPTER I—SUMMER PLANS
CHAPTER II—AT THE STRAWBERRY PATCH
CHAPTER III—THE STRIKE
CHAPTER IV—ARBITRATION
CHAPTER V—TOO CONFIDENT
CHAPTER VI—CORA’S QUEER PLIGHT
CHAPTER VII—THE CLUE AT THE SPRING HOUSE
CHAPTER VIII—A STARTLING DISCOVERY
CHAPTER IX—COMPLICATIONS
Two sisters, Bess and Belle Robinson, spend a bright spring day on their porch dreaming of a perfect seaside escape. Bess’s boundless energy pushes her to rev up the family car, while Belle’s steadier nature keeps the plans from spiraling out of control. Their banter captures the excitement of a small New England town on the brink of summer adventure.
When they finally set off for Lookout Beach, the girls discover that the seaside town holds more than sand and surf. A sudden strike, mysterious clues at a spring house, and whispers of runaway youngsters draw the sisters into a lively investigation that tests their courage and quick thinking. With the help of friends like Cora and the ever‑reliable mechanic Patrick, they turn their motor‑powered road trip into a hunt for truth.
The story balances light‑hearted humor with a genuine mystery, offering listeners a nostalgic glimpse of early‑20th‑century life and the thrill of youthful determination. It’s a perfect listen for anyone who loves spirited characters, breezy dialogue, and a dash of intrigue on the open road.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (251K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2011-11-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Behind this byline was a lively corner of early 20th-century children’s fiction, packed with school adventures, road trips, and upbeat heroines. The name was used for several popular girls’ series created through the Stratemeyer Syndicate.
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