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Frederica J. Turle
A British writer of juvenile fiction, she is best remembered for the gentle, adventurous world of The Gap in the Fence. Her stories mix childhood curiosity, family life, and a hint of mystery in a way that still feels warm and inviting.
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The Gap in the Fence
by Frederica J. Turle
About the author
Frederica J. Turle, born Frederica Jane Edith Turle on March 29, 1880, was a British author of juvenile fiction. She grew up in Finchley, Middlesex, and wrote stories for young readers during the early 20th century.
She is best known for The Gap in the Fence (1914), part of the Red Nursery Series and illustrated by Watson Charlton. The book remained notable long after its first publication, and her other works include The Squire's Grandchildren (1906), The Miser's Well (1909), and Jerry O'Shassenagh.
Turle married Lt Col Charles Bennett in 1912 and died on November 14, 1936. Although not much detailed biographical material survives in easily available sources, her fiction still offers a clear sense of her appeal: lively storytelling, child-centered adventure, and an affectionate picture of family life.