
Marjorie Dean Macy has just stepped out of college life and into the role of manager at the sleepy Hamilton Colony, a once‑bustling community now left with boarded‑up doors and unanswered letters. While the summer heat rolls in over the turquoise sky, she finds herself juggling the practical worries of keeping the place running with the emotional tug of friends who have vanished or gone silent. Her optimism is both a comfort and a challenge as she waits for the “fine things” that she knows should happen but haven’t yet.
Around her, a lively cast of characters—Jerry with his prophetic chatter, the elusive Leila, and the mysterious Miss Susanna—adds humor and mystery to everyday life. Their banter hints at hidden romances and unexpected reunions that could reshape Marjorie's world. As she balances duty, friendship, and a touch of longing, listeners are invited to share in her hopeful anticipation and the gentle unfolding of a summer that promises more than she imagined.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (304K 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
2017-01-17
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

d. 1931
Best known for lively girls' adventure stories, this early 20th-century writer published many popular series under several pen names. Her books followed brave, energetic heroines through school, travel, and outdoor exploits, helping define a generation of juvenile fiction.
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