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A tight‑knit group of teenage friends—Mollie, Amy, Grace and Betty—spend their free time helping at a local Hostess House, a bustling hub where soldiers on leave find a warm welcome. Their afternoons are a blend of light‑hearted chatter and earnest service, and a spontaneous road trip in Mollie’s roomy seven‑passenger car showcases their playful banter as they race around countryside curves, chasing scattered chocolates and teasing each other about daring drives.
Beyond the laughter, the girls are learning what it means to contribute during a time of war. Their “half‑holiday” outings become gentle lessons in responsibility, as they balance carefree moments with the quiet pride of supporting the troops who pass through their town. Listeners will feel the excitement of youthful adventure while sensing the deeper purpose that drives these friends to do their best for the soldiers they welcome.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (235K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-11-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

Best known as the name behind the Bobbsey Twins, this pen name introduced generations of young readers to cheerful, fast-moving adventures. It was one of the house pseudonyms used by the Stratemeyer Syndicate, the book-packaging powerhouse behind many classic children's series.
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