Betty Gordon at Bramble Farm

At just twelve years old, Betty Gordon becomes an orphan, finding herself under the care of her beloved uncle, Richard Gordon. Yet, with his frequent travels, she is sent to spend the summer with Agatha Peabody at Bramble Farm—a place that turns out to be far from the idyllic escape she hoped for. Agathas husband is a miserly and bitter man, casting a shadow over Bettys summer. The one silver lining in this challenging situation is her friendship with Bob, a fellow orphan who is forced to toil endlessly on the farm. Join Betty as she navigates the complexities of her new life and discovers the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Marie Christian