Robin

The cream puffs vanish on the eve of a party, and the staff at Calton Hall knows exactly who to blame. Everyone is right. That's precisely what makes Robin Hurst so irresistible. Set in 1920s Australia, this is the story of a girl who refuses to be contained. Robin is mischievous, daring, and unapologetically herself in an era that demanded young women be docile and demure. Through her exploits at boarding school, her friendships, and her clashes with authority, we witness a young spirit learning to navigate a world that keeps trying to bend her to its rules. When she's finally dismissed for her antics, she returns home to her mother to begin a new chapter entirely on her own terms. Mary Grant Bruce captures the particular freedom of childhood adventure with humor, warmth, and an affection for rebellion that feels timeless. This is for readers who love spirited protagonists and vintage girls' school stories.