
Cathalina Van Buskirk is a bright‑spirited girl who feels the weight of expectations in her well‑kept home at Greycliff. As she prepares for the day—hair brushed, dress adjusted, piano lessons looming—her thoughts drift between the ordinary chores and the excitement of her brother’s unexpected return. The house bustles with the familiar hum of servants, family chatter, and the distant promise of a mountain retreat that could change everything.
When Philip finally arrives, his sudden appearance lifts Cathalina’s spirits, turning tears into laughter and sparking the lively banter that defines her close‑knit family. Together with her friends and a trusty guitar, she navigates school responsibilities, social gatherings, and the subtle pressures of growing up in a world that balances tradition with the yearning for adventure. The story captures the charm of early‑twentieth‑century life, offering listeners a warm glimpse into youthful hopes, sibling bonds, and the everyday magic of a girl finding her place.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (296K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2020-05-09
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Known for lively girls' adventure and school stories, this early 20th-century writer created fast-moving series filled with friendships, mysteries, and youthful independence. Her books, including the Greycliff and Betty Lee stories, capture the spirit of popular fiction for young readers of the 1920s and 1930s.
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