"A Girl of High Adventure" by L. T. Meade is a historical fiction story about a bold young woman’s quest to discover her identity. Marguerite St. Juste, orphaned and raised in England, feels a deep connection to her Irish heritage, which inspires her to journey to her ancestral home in Desmondstown. The novel starts with Marguerite as a spirited youth, dreaming of adventure beyond the confines of her aunt's strict household. Her caring uncle encourages her to explore her roots, leading to an exciting trip to Ireland where she hopes to find family and belonging. Throughout her journey, Marguerite must overcome emotional obstacles to discover more about her family history, growing as an individual and embracing the thrills that arise.
A Girl of High Adventure
By L. T. Meade
A daring girl leaves England to explore her family's past in Ireland, finding adventure and testing the bonds of her heritage.
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About the AuthorElizabeth Thomasina Meade Smith (1844–1914), writing under the pseudonym L. T. Meade, was a prolific writer of girls' stories. She was born in Bandon, County Cork, Ireland, daughter of Rev. R. T. Meade, of Nohoval, County Cork. She later moved to London, where she married Alfred Toulmin Smith in September 1879.
Elizabeth Thomasina Meade Smith (1844–1914), writing under the pseudonym L. T. Meade, was a prolific writer of girls' stories. She was born in Bandon, County Cork, Ireland, daughter of Rev. R. T. Meade, of Nohoval, County Cork. She later moved to London, where she married Alfred Toulmin Smith in September 1879.
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