Who ever said it wasn't a good idea? I do some of my best book-judging by covers…
I found this at the huge book sale at my library this weekend (along with a whole bunch of other fabulous books). I thought it looked delightful and, having read it, I can safely say that it is.
I mean really. Take a closer look at that picture:
Coupled with this description from the inside flap:
“There were six of them, five children and their mother, who kept house for Uncle Pescott in return for their keep. Their keep did not include clothes, so they were always shabby. Lucinda thought he kept them like beggars, and she found it hard to hold her tongue about his unfairness – a trait that constantly caused trouble.”
It goes on from there. Basically, how can you go wrong?
I've already told Bridgie that she doesn't need to bring reading material when she comes down.
Mom says
This looks fabulous. Maybe Bridget should bring something to read, after all!
Bridget Green says
This book looks wonderful. 🙂 Have you ever read The Black Rose? Amazing.
frjmatthews says
I found a copy on archive.org! It’s on my reading list! https://archive.org/details/lucindafree00free