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Book Review of The Pearl of Orr's Island: A Story of the Coast of Maine

The Pearl of Orr's Island:  A Story of the Coast of Maine
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Gorgeous story about Mara, the young orphan of Orr's Island from Stowe. One of her lesser known novels, it's a charming early-19th century New England piece about friends, love, and finding one's place in the world. Great for young adults and teens, but appealing to older tastes as well.