A Girl in Spring-Time

A Girl in Spring-Time, written by George de Horne, Mrs. Vaizey in the late 19th century, follows the life of Mildred Moore, a schoolgirl at a boarding school just before the midsummer holidays. As her classmates excitedly discuss their summer plans, Mildred faces a family crisis when she learns her younger brother has fallen ill with scarlet fever, preventing her from going home. The novel explores themes of friendship, isolation, and the challenges of growing up, with a focus on the supportive relationship between Mildred and her schoolmistress, Miss Margaret.