"The Windy Hill" by Cornelia Meigs is a story about siblings Oliver and Janet Peyton who visit their cousin Jasper and find themselves tangled in a web of family secrets and strange neighbors. Oliver, feeling a sense of unease due to changes in Jasper and their surroundings, seeks adventure and soon meets the Beeman, a friendly neighbor. Through these interactions, Oliver gets caught up in unraveling tensions between Jasper and Anthony Crawford that leads to adventure, testing family bonds and personal growth during a summer filled with mystery.
The Windy Hill
By Cornelia Meigs
Two siblings visiting their cousin discover hidden truths and eccentric characters, leading them on a journey to solve a family mystery.
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2008-09-05
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About the AuthorCornelia Lynde Meigs (1884–1973) was an American writer of fiction and biography for children, teacher of English and writing, historian and critic of children's literature. She won the Newbery Medal for her 1933 biography of Louisa May Alcott, entitled Invincible Louisa. She also wrote three Newbery Honor Books.
Cornelia Lynde Meigs (1884–1973) was an American writer of fiction and biography for children, teacher of English and writing, historian and critic of children's literature. She won the Newbery Medal for her 1933 biography of Louisa May Alcott, entitled Invincible Louisa. She also wrote three Newbery Honor Books.
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