Polly of Lady Gay Cottage

"Polly of Lady Gay Cottage" by Emma C. Dowd is a novel that follows a young girl named Polly as she grows up and learns about life's challenges. The story kicks off with Polly's happiness being interrupted by news of an injured relative, Mr. Bean, who was bringing her a special rosewood box that belonged to her mother. This box, full of precious memories, sparks a journey for Polly to uncover her family history and figure out who she is. Along the way, she deals with different people, like her well-off cousin Leonora and the difficult Ilga Barron, learning about friendship, love, and what really matters in life as she discovers where she comes from.