Mary Louise and Josie O'Gorman

"Mary Louise and Josie O'Gorman" by Emma Speed Sampson is a story about two friends, Mary Louise and Josie, who embrace charity and community after Mary Louise inherits a fortune. Mary Louise, having recently faced challenges like the death of her grandfather and husband, is now ready to change the lives of children in need. She decides to donate her old family home intending to help children through the Children's Home Society. With Josie, who dreams of solving mysteries, at her side, Mary Louise commits to making things better for kids like Peter and Polly, who have had a hard time with someone named Cousin Dink. The beginning of the book tells of their friendship and the challenges and triumphs of the welfare of children.