Capitola the Madcap

"Capitola the Madcap" by Emma Dorothy Eliza Nevitte Southworth is a story centered around the lively Capitola Black, she finds herself intertwined in a web of conflict and secrets, especially concerning Clara Day and the overbearing Colonel Le Noir. The novel begins with a power struggle as Traverse Rocke attempts to fulfill Clara's father's final requests, this brings him head to head with Colonel Le Noir, who intends to isolate Clara in a place known as the Hidden House. Clara's cries to remain in her home leads Traverse to confront the Colonel's coldness, revealing a deeper feud. Faced with rising tensions and high stakes, Clara's vulnerable position as Colonel Le Noir's is creating drama that soon Capitola joins. Set against the backdrop of family drama and an impending storm, this sets the stage for adventure and danger that awaits Capitola and her newfound friend, Clara.