Published in 1919, 'Patty and Azalea' by Carolyn Wells is a juvenile fiction novel that explores the dynamics of family life and hospitality. The story follows Patty Farnsworth, who is excited about her new home and family, but her joy is challenged by the arrival of her cousin Azalea Thorpe, a brash and chaotic character from the West. Their contrasting personalities create comedic tension as Patty navigates the complexities of hosting someone so different from herself, highlighting themes of domestic life and social etiquette.
