
In the gentle village of Sunleigh, where daffodils carpet the meadows and a winding stream whispers through the hills, a new family moves into the charming Rose Cottage. Marian Morris, the vicar’s daughter, greets the Lethbridges with warmth, intrigued by the shy mother and her four children, especially a quiet little girl named Molly whose bright eyes hide a puzzling fragility.
As the community learns more about the newcomers, whispers of Molly’s difficulty learning and her “different” nature ripple through the close‑knit town. Marian’s compassion draws her into the Lethbridge household, where everyday chores and small kindnesses begin to knit fragile bonds. The story unfolds with tender moments of hope and the subtle challenges of fitting in, inviting listeners to share in the quiet drama of a village adjusting to new lives and the mysteries that linger behind a sweet smile.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (62K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
London: Gall and Inglis, 1900.
Release date
2024-01-18
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
A prolific English writer of children's and young adult fiction, she built stories around courage, kindness, family life, and steady moral choices. Her books were widely read in the late Victorian and early 20th-century period, and many still feel warm and approachable today.
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