Miss Philura's Wedding Gown
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Miss Philura Bartlett is a kind-hearted, middle-aged spinster who lives in a small New England town. She has always been content with her life, but she begins to feel a longing for something more. One day, she decides to ask God for a husband. To her surprise, her prayer is answered, and she is soon engaged to marry a wealthy widower. However, her newfound happiness is short-lived. The townspeople are disapproving of her marriage, and they begin to spread rumors about her. Miss Philura's faith is tested, but she refuses to give up on her dream of love. In the end, she learns that true happiness comes from within, and that she does not need the approval of others to be fulfilled.Book Details
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Florence Morse Kingsley
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Florence Morse Kingsley (July 14, 1859 – November 7, 1937) was an American author of popular and religious fiction. She is best known for her novels for children and young adults, which often featured...
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