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2012-01-18
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Hill, Grace Brooks
Gooch, Thelma
1895
1973
The Corner House Girls on a Houseboat
How they sailed away, what happened on the voyage, and what was discovered
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"The Corner House Girls on a Houseboat" by Grace Brooks Hill is a novel aimed at a young audience, likely written in the early 20th century. This charming story follows the lives of four sisters—Ruth, Agnes, Dot, and Tess—who embark on new adventures during their summer vacation, particularly around the intriguing setting of a houseboat. The girls’ plans are intertwined with themes of family, friendship, and youthful mischief, as they navigate various escapades brought on by their spirited personalities. At the start of the book, we find the Corner House bustling with excitement as Ruth is busy preparing for a luncheon gathering with friends to discuss forming a Civic Betterment Club. The scene quickly escalates as Ruth's younger sisters, Dot and Tess, get themselves into a commotion involving a barrel, resulting in Dot’s beloved doll being crushed. Tension builds as the narrative introduces Neale, a local boy with news about his father, which adds a layer of emotion to the unfolding events. Amid the humorous chaos, the sisters contemplate an upcoming houseboat adventure, which promises further excitement and challenges, not just with their personal dynamics but also within their broader community engagements. The opening sets the stage for a delightful exploration of youthful ambition, community involvement, and the various dilemmas that come with both. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 92.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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Vacations -- Juvenile fiction
Family -- Juvenile fiction
Houseboats -- Juvenile fiction
Mystery and detective stories
Circus performers -- Juvenile fiction
Sisters -- Juvenile fiction
Brigands and robbers -- Juvenile fiction
Canal-boats -- Juvenile fiction
Reunions -- Juvenile fiction
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Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
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