Other People's Business: The Romantic Career of the Practical Miss Dale

"Other People's Business: The Romantic Career of the Practical Miss Dale" by Harriet Lummis Smith is a story about Persis Dale, a dressmaker in the small village of Clematis, who can't help but get involved in everyone's lives while dealing with her own difficult brother and the town's tangled relationships. We see Persis as a very honest person who is willing to step in to help others as she talks with Mrs. West, who is worried about her son's relationship with a married woman. The story gives you a peek into Persis's sensible personality and keen observations, suggesting that she's going to have a big impact on the lives and loves of the people around her.