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A bright summer morning finds Chérie racing against a strict governess, a lively dog, and a tangle of ribbons as she prepares for a day at the sea. The playful banter between the spirited girl, the meticulous German nanny Frida, and the mischievous Mirella sets a vivid picture of a bustling Westende beach town, where customs clash and laughter echoes over the sand. The scene crackles with colorful details—the striped bathrobe, the bright red swimsuit, the clatter of bicycles—immersing listeners in a world that feels both nostalgic and exuberantly modern.
Beyond the impatient preparations, the story follows Chérie’s daring dash to the shoreline, where the rhythm of waves and the bustle of holiday‑makers promise new encounters. With a faithful dog at her side and a promise of secret adventures hidden among the dunes, she stands on the cusp of a summer that may test friendships, uncover hidden rivalries, and reveal the curious charms of a seaside community alive with youthful energy.
Language
it
Duration
~6 hours (355K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Dec 9, 2011
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1866–1942
Born in London to an Italian father and a German mother, this restless, cosmopolitan writer moved across countries and languages, turning a life between cultures into vivid fiction and poetry. She is best remembered for the novel The Devourers, a dark, emotionally charged international success.
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