Polly's Business Venture

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Polly's Business Venture

by Lillian Elizabeth Roy

EN·~5 hours

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Polly Brewster steps off a grand Atlantic liner with her close‑knit circle of friends, the excitement of a mysterious envelope still tingling in her pocket. The lively banter on deck reveals a sharp‑tongued heroine who balances flirtatious teasing with a keen eye for opportunity, hinting that the note may hold more than a simple greeting. As the ship’s captain promises an evening dance, the girls trade jokes about Parisian gowns and customs duties, setting a vibrant, early‑20th‑century backdrop.

Behind the humor lies Polly’s restless ambition; she’s already scheming a new enterprise that could reshape her future back on American soil. The conversation drifts from past flirtations to the promise of trustworthy partners, suggesting that her venture will test both friendship and business acumen. Listeners are invited to join Polly as she navigates witty repartee, lingering secrets, and the first steps of a bold plan that could change her life forever.

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Language

en

Duration

~5 hours (338K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2008-06-13

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Lillian Elizabeth Roy

Lillian Elizabeth Roy

1868–1932

Best known for lively adventure stories for young readers, this early 20th-century writer helped shape popular series fiction for girls. Her books mix mystery, travel, and brisk, upbeat storytelling that still feels energetic today.

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