A Big Temptation

Name: A Big Temptation
Author: L. T. Meade

By L. T. Meade

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A ten-year-old girl who nurses a sickly infant longs for a brief taste of country air and seaside freedom. When her older brother acquires school-feast tickets by deception, she must weigh the chance for adventure against her responsibility to the baby. The narrative traces her anxious deliberations about leaving the child in someone else’s care, a mother’s disapproval, and the pull of sibling solidarity, exploring themes of duty, temptation, and the constrained pleasures of urban childhood.

About the Author

L. T. Meade

L. T. Meade was a prolific British author known for her engaging children's and young adult fiction in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She often explored themes of adventure, friendship, and the challenges faced by young girls. Her notable works include "A Bevy of Girls," which captures the spirited lives of schoolgirls, and "A Girl in Ten Thousand," highlighting the resilience and determination of its protagonist. Meade's writing is characterized by its lively narratives and strong female characters, making her a significant figure in the literary heritage of children's literature.