My Little Sister

"My Little Sister" by Elizabeth Robins is a story about the close, yet complicated, bond between two sisters in the early 1900s. It is told through the eyes of the older sister as she looks at her younger sister, Bettina, who seems to have a special charm that draws people to her. The tale starts by remembering their carefree childhood spent in a beautiful, secluded place, hinting at themes of innocence and family connections. As the story continues, the older sister's protective feelings grow, and it turns out their mother is worried and scared of what's outside their home. While the sisters enjoy happy times together, they also start to learn about their mother's concerns and what society expects of them, adding a sense of something bad possibly happening later on.