A Girl of To-day

"A Girl of To-day" by Ellinor Davenport Adams is a story set in the 19th century about Frances and Austin Morland, two siblings starting a new chapter in the village of Woodend. After Frances finishes at a fancy girls' school, she's excited to reunite with Austin and make a difference in her new community. The novel kicks off with Frances, a lively and energetic fourteen-year-old, eager to see Austin again. Their brother-sister relationship shines as they playfully joke and support each other on their way to their new house. Arriving in Woodend, Frances is determined to get involved, especially by helping those less fortunate, showing she cares about others and wants to give back. These characters and their first meeting with the villagers promise a tale of growing up and taking responsibility in their fresh start.