Three girl chums at Laurel Hall: or, The mystery of the school by the lake: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Three girl chums at Laurel Hall: or, The mystery of the school by the lake is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Barton, May Hollis.
Catalogue synopsis
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"Three Girl Chums at Laurel Hall: The Mystery of the School by the Lake" by May Hollis Barton is a novel written in the early 20th century. This story focuses on three main characters—Jo Morley, Nan Harrison, and Sadie Appleby—as they navigate their transition from grammar school to boarding school life at Laurel Hall. The narrative begins with Jo receiving shocking news about her family's financial difficulties, threatening her plans to attend school with her friends, which sets the stage for a tale of friendship, adventure, and blooming mysteries. The opening of "Three Girl Chums at Laurel Hall" introduces us to the trio of girls, their strong bond, and the impact of unexpected change on their lives. Jo reveals her father's business struggles, leading to her inability to attend school with Nan and Sadie. As the girls wrestle with this disappointment, a crisis unfolds when fire threatens Nan's house, calling Jo and her friends to action as they heroically attempt a rescue. Their efforts reveal their courage and determination, setting the tone for the challenges they are to face at their new school and hinting at deeper mysteries awaiting them at Laurel Hall.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Three girl chums at Laurel Hall: or, The mystery of the school by the lake
- Author credits: Barton, May Hollis
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Benefactors -- Juvenile fiction
- Boarding schools -- Juvenile fiction
- Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
- Young women -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
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