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Elsie's New Relations

by Martha Finley

When Elsie Dinsmore is reunited with her long-lost relatives, she discovers that they are not what she expected. "Elsie's New Relations" is a novel by Martha Finley that tells the story of Elsie Dinsmore, a young orphan who is reunited with her long-lost relatives, the Howards. Elsie has been raised by her cruel stepmother, Adelaide Dinsmore, and her cold-hearted father, Mr. Dinsmore. However, when she meets her new relatives, she is surprised to find that they are kind and loving people. Elsie's new relations include her Aunt Adelaide, Uncle Horace, and cousins Ronald and Adelaide. They welcome Elsie into their home and quickly become her surrogate family. Elsie is finally able to experience the love and happiness that she has always craved. However, Elsie's newfound happiness is not without challenges. Adelaide Dinsmore is determined to get Elsie back, and she will stop at nothing to win her back. Elsie must also contend with the disapproval of her father, who does not approve of her relationship with the Howards. In the end, Elsie's love for her new relations and her strong faith help her to overcome all of the challenges she faces. She is able to find her true home with the Howards, and she finally knows what it is like to be loved and accepted for who she is.

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English

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English

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1883

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Martha Finley

United States

Martha Finley was an American teacher and author of numerous works for children, the best known being the 28-volume Elsie Dinsmore series which was published over a span of 38 years. He...

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