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When Aldred is sent to Birkwood Grange she meets Mabel Farrington the parlor boarder who up until Aldred came had no best friends. To Aldred's surprise Mabel befriends her and shares with her the privileges of a parlor boarder. One day Aldred accidentally overhears Mabel explaining the reason why she befriended Aldred. To Aldred's dismay Mabel has mistaken Aldred for a girl who rescued a child from a fire. Unfortunately Aldred does not have the courage to tell Mabel the truth and Mabel continues to believe the story. Finally Aldred gets the chance to save her friend, will she do it? - Summary ...

Angela Brazil wrote school stories for girls throughout the first half of the 20th century. She was the first author to relate this experience from the girls' perspective, offering a more sympathetic and intimate view of school life. Funny, touching, and wonderfully "jollyhockey sticks", The Nicest Girl in the School remains one of the most popular of her stories. It features Patty Hirst and her cousin Muriel, and tells of their turbulent times together at Morton Priory.

An entertaining story of life in the closed society of a temporarily displaced girls' school. Mystery, intrigue, and humor make this a book for family enjoyment. - Summary by VORich24

Join Winona Woodward as she navigates a dramatic shift in her familys fortunes after winning a prestigious scholarship to Seaton High School. In this captivating tale by Angela Brazil, the foundations of the girls school story genre come to life, featuring spirited, independent young women and the rich tapestry of emotions and friendships that define boarding school life in the early 1900s. A delightful summary by Katie Francesca awaits!

The Fortunes of Philippa draws inspiration from the life of the authors mother, Angelica Brazil, who experienced a dramatic shift at the tender age of 10 when she moved from the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro to an English boarding school. Faced with the challenges of adapting to a new culture, school life, and a climate far removed from her tropical roots, her journey is both eye-opening and poignant.

Join two girls who share the same name but possess strikingly different personalities as they embark on a seaside adventure that transforms them into unlikely friends. (Summary by Victoria) *Please note that this book includes racial comments that may be unsettling to contemporary readers.*

When Aldred arrives at Birkwood Grange, she meets Mabel Farrington, the parlor boarder who has never had a best friend—until now. To Aldreds astonishment, Mabel takes her under her wing, sharing the exclusive privileges of a parlor boarder. However, Aldreds excitement turns to confusion when she accidentally overhears Mabel revealing that she befriended her because she mistook her for a girl who heroically rescued a child from a fire. Torn between honesty and loyalty, Aldred struggles to confess the truth, allowing Mabel to continue believing the tale. As their friendship deepens, Aldred ...