Advisory Ben: A Story

"Advisory Ben: A Story" by E. V. Lucas is a tale about Benita Staveley’s journey as she seeks independence in the early 1900s. After her father remarries, 22-year-old Ben, a woman known for her resourcefulness, chooses to create her own path by starting a domestic agency called "The Beck and Call." The story follows Ben as she aims to supply various services to clients as she attempts to navigate the skepticism from her family and the expectations of society. This path of self-discovery demonstrates themes of growth and family relationships and the importance of service, all set within a changing world.