Miss Lochinvar: A Story for Girls

"Miss Lochinvar: A Story for Girls" by Marion Ames Taggart is a tale set in the early 1900s that follows Janet Howe, a young girl who journeys from a humble prairie town to the unfamiliar world of her affluent relatives in New York City. The story opens with the Graham family preparing for Janet's arrival, revealing their mixed emotions about her integration into their lives. Initially, Janet is excited but has some feelings of loneliness as she anticipates meeting her relatives, but then is confronted by the social challenges of big city life. As Janet struggles to find her place within the Graham family, she confronts expectations and must stay true to herself. She learns to navigate complex new relationships, and ultimately, to define her identity as she grows and changes.