Kitty Carter, Canteen Girl

"Kitty Carter, Canteen Girl" by Ruby Lorraine Radford is a story that explores family, wartime, and dedication through the eyes of a young woman. The novel follows Kitty Carter, who lives on Palmetto Island with her dad and brother, Billy, during World War II. Following her aunt's departure, and spurred by a chance meeting with a sailor, Kitty’s life takes a new direction when she learns about the Canteen Corps and quickly realizes it is a way she can contribute to the war effort. She feels a strong desire to join and gets very excited about the opportunity to aid the war effort, serve others, and do her part on the home front. She must learn to balance her duty to her loved ones and her community while navigating relationships during a time of global conflict.