Bonnie May

Bonnie May is a 1916 novel by Louis Dodge that follows a spirited young girl who, after being rescued from a chaotic theatre fire, enters the lives of the struggling Baron family. The story explores themes of identity, belonging, and social class as Bonnie navigates her new environment and the complexities of her relationship with her new guardians. Notable for its portrayal of a foster child's experiences amidst established social structures, the novel highlights the contrasts between Bonnie's carefree spirit and the Barons' more constrained lives.