Four Girls and a Compact

"Four Girls and a Compact" by Annie Hamilton Donnell is a heartwarming story about four young women seeking respite from their demanding city lives. Loraine, Laura Ann, T.O., and Billy, dream of escaping the city's noise and heat for a summer retreat in the countryside. Fueled by their desire for rest and rejuvenation, they hatch a plan to turn dreams into reality, navigating the challenges of making their escape. T.O., who feels as though she doesn’t have any definable talent, takes on the quest that leads her to Placid Pond, where summer promises a journey of self-discovery, lasting friendship, and relaxing in peace.