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A Plucky Girl

L. T. Meade

A Plucky Girl

A Plucky Girl

L. T. Meade

British Literature, Novels

A Plucky Girl, written by L. T. Meade in the early 20th century, follows Westenra Wickham, a young woman who faces a dramatic shift in her life after her father's death leaves her family in financial distress. Determined to maintain her dignity, Westenra proposes to start a boarding house in London to support herself and her mother, challenging societal norms and expectations. The novel explores themes of courage, independence, and the struggle against adversity as Westenra navigates her new reality and seeks to redefine her identity.

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