Six to Sixteen

Geared for younger audiences, this sweet story will appeal to fans of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women or Frances Hodgson Burnett's The Secret Garden . Margaret Vandaleur's early life is beset by tragedy and ill fortune, but thanks to the kindness of a relative who takes her in, she is able to enjoy a happy childhood and befriend a number of girls who will be lifelong pillars of support.