"A Modern Cinderella" by Amanda M. Douglas is a story set in the late 1800's about a young nursemaid named Marilla Bond, who is mistreated and dreams of a better life. She cares for the Borden family’s children, endures a difficult life full of chores, but keeps hope alive with her imagination and memories of a happier past. The story begins with Marilla working as a bound-out girl, taking care of the Borden twins and their brother, Jack, even though life with them is hard. She dreams one night of meeting a fairy godmother who gives her the chance to attend a magical ball, representing her deep desire for happiness and a more wonderful existence. This dream sets the stage for Marilla's adventure as she faces her everyday struggles with dreams of a brighter future.
A Modern Cinderella
By Amanda M. Douglas
Bound to a life of chores and childcare, a young girl dares to dream of balls and fairy godmothers, hoping for a magical escape from her ordinary world.
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About the AuthorAmanda Minnie Douglas was an American writer of adult and juvenile fiction. She was probably best remembered by young readers of her day for the Little Girl and Helen Grant series published over the decades flanking the turn of the twentieth century.
Amanda Minnie Douglas was an American writer of adult and juvenile fiction. She was probably best remembered by young readers of her day for the Little Girl and Helen Grant series published over the decades flanking the turn of the twentieth century.
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