Margie's venture : $b or, When the ship comes home

"Margie's Venture: or, When the Ship Comes Home" by Mary E. Ropes is a tale set in the late 1800s, chronicling the life of Margie Grayling as she navigates family troubles and societal expectations. To ease her family’s money problems, Margie takes a job caring for the ailing Mrs. Beach, but soon finds herself caught in a web of jealousy and deceit orchestrated by Mrs. Beach's niece, Mabel Raye. Margie's journey is not without hope, finding friendship with Clara amidst the turmoil. As the story progresses, Margie wrestles with her feelings for a sailor named Harry Mayne as she faces accusations and attempts to ruin her reputation. The story ends with forgiveness and the promise of renewed love as the ship comes home, showing that Margie’s strength in tough times leads to well-deserved joy and love.