Betty Baird

Betty Baird

by Anna Hamlin Weikel

Betty Baird, a girl who enjoys reading boarding school stories, finds herself living one. Sent to The Pines, a boarding school where wealth and popularity reign, she encounters initial ridicule from the more privileged students. However, Betty's captivating personality and resilience win over her peers. The novel follows her journey of navigating the social dynamics of boarding school life, forming strong friendships, and experiencing lighthearted adventures. The author, Anna Hamlin Weikel, draws inspiration from her own life, mirroring the character of Betty's father on her own upbringing by a learned clergyman.

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