The Motor Girls on Crystal Bay; or, The Secret of the Red Oar: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Motor Girls on Crystal Bay; or, The Secret of the Red Oar: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Motor Girls on Crystal Bay; or, The Secret of the Red Oar is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Penrose, Margaret.
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Motor Girls on Crystal Bay; or, The Secret of the Red Oar" by Margaret Penrose is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. This tale follows Cora Kimball and her friends as they embark on a summer adventure at Crystal Bay, where they not only plan to enjoy their new motorboat but also find themselves encircled by a mystery concerning Freda Lewis and her family's land troubles. As the group interacts, aspirations for joyful outings blend with the serious undertones of friendship and responsibility that unfold among young ladies navigating the challenges of summer fun. At the start of the story, the focus is on the frantic packing for a summer trip to Crystal Bay, led by Cora and her friends Bess, Belle, and Marita. The girls’ personalities emerge through their light-hearted banter, showcasing their excitement mixed with the chaos of packing. Cora encounters Freda Lewis at the train station, who reveals that her family is embroiled in financial difficulties over their property at Crystal Bay, adding a layer of concern that colors the summer adventure. The opening sets up a blend of youthful enthusiasm and underlying tension, hinting at the captivating combination of friendship dynamics and a mystery surrounding the Red Oar that the girls seem poised to unravel during their time at the bay.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Motor Girls on Crystal Bay; or, The Secret of the Red Oar
- Author credits: Penrose, Margaret
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Automobiles -- Juvenile fiction
- Boats and boating -- Juvenile fiction
- Detective and mystery stories
- Girls -- Societies and clubs -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
- Children's Book Series
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