Elsie's Vacation and After Events

"Elsie's Vacation and After Events" by Martha Finley is tale from the 1800s about a family's seaside holiday, where fun times mix with heartfelt feelings, especially about being a family and growing up. The story begins with Captain Raymond missing his son, Max, setting a slightly sad tone for the vacation. As the story moves forward, we see the daughters, Lulu and Gracie, chatting about missing Max and how their dad makes them feel better. The family then sets out to an adventure on the boat called "Dolphin". As the novel unfolds friendship is formed, challenges are faced. This book is all about love, the sadness of being away from family, and how important it is to stay close to those you care about.