Clover

Name: Clover
Author: Susan Coolidge

By Susan Coolidge

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Two sisters in a close-knit small-town family confront marriage, travel, and shifting responsibilities as household life rearranges around an engagement and wedding. Scenes of cake-making, letters from friends, farewells at the wharf, and journeys away from home set the framework for the younger sibling's grappling with homesickness, duty, and practical tasks. The episodic narrative moves between cozy domestic detail and travel episodes, tracing everyday adjustments, the sting of separation, and quiet moral growth while emphasizing sisterly affection, friendship, and the steadying routines that sustain a family through change.

About the Author

Susan Coolidge

Susan Coolidge was an American author best known for her children's literature, particularly the beloved "Katy Did" series. Her writing often reflects themes of childhood, family, and the joys of rural life. Among her notable works are "Clover" and "A Little Country Girl," which showcase her ability to create relatable characters and engaging narratives. Coolidge's stories are characterized by their warmth and moral lessons, making them enduring favorites for young readers. In addition to her novels, she also wrote poetry, as seen in collections like "A Few More Verses." Her contributions to children's literature continue to resonate with audiences today.