An Independant Daughter
Restored Classics to Go EditionBy Amy Ella Blanchard
Length7h 35m
About this audiobook
This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design. "An Independent Daughter" follows Persis Holmes, a recent college graduate, as she embarks on a journey of personal growth and self-discovery. Set against the vibrant backdrop of academic life, Persis navigates friendships and the transition to adulthood with a mix of excitement and nostalgia. Her interactions with college friends Patty and Nettie reveal a strong bond as they share stories and support each other through the ups and downs of student life, forming a pact known as the "Cheerful Three." This camaraderie highlights themes of positivity and the power of friendship in overcoming challenges. The narrative captures the playful and whimsical aspects of college life, including a light-hearted prank involving a pillow figure that leads to unexpected joy and mischief, strengthening the girls' friendships. Their adventures, such as a candy-making night and being serenaded by university boys, evoke the youthful exuberance and romance of college experiences. Beyond her college interactions, Persis faces a profound personal revelation about her true identity, discovering she is not the biological child of her guardians. This realization propels her into a journey of self-discovery, torn between gratitude for her upbringing and a feeling of betrayal. Despite this turmoil, Persis writes heartfelt letters to her guardians and decides to seek solace in the mountains, illustrating her resilience and determination to redefine her place in the world. As Persis arrives at a quaint mountain village, she is greeted with warmth and hospitality by a mysterious hostess, setting the stage for new beginnings. The story intricately weaves themes of independence, belonging, and the search for identity, as Persis bravely steps into an uncertain future, determined to find peace and clarity in her evolving journey.
Audiobook details
GenreYoung Adult
Length7 hrs 35 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 14, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
13CHAPTER IX. YOUR GOOD COMRADE.
2AN INDEPENDENT DAUGHTER
14CHAPTER X. UNTO THE HILLS.
3CONTENTS.
15CHAPTER XI. THE NEW TEACHER.
4ILLUSTRATIONS.
16CHAPTER XII. NEW FRIENDS.
5CHAPTER I. COLLEGE-MATES.
17CHAPTER XIII. THE CHRISTMAS-TREE.
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6CHAPTER II. A SERENADE.
18CHAPTER XIV. A SLEIGHING PARTY.
7CHAPTER III. FAREWELL, ALMA MATER.
19CHAPTER XV. PITFALLS.
8CHAPTER IV. LISA’S WEDDING-DAY.
20CHAPTER XVI. THE HOUSE OF THE BLACKSMITH.
9CHAPTER V. RUFFLED FEATHERS.
21CHAPTER XVII. “JES’ MISS ANNE.”
10CHAPTER VI. DEAR DELIGHTS.
22CHAPTER XVIII. A DREAM FULFILLED.
11CHAPTER VII. A SUMMER SHOWER.
23CHAPTER XIX. LEAVE-TAKINGS.
12CHAPTER VIII. A COMING SHADOW.
24CHAPTER XX. AT LAST.
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