Dear Enemy
A heartwarming epistolary tale of transformation compassion and self-discovery through unexpected responsibility at a children's orphanage in early 20th century
by Jean Webster
2025 · 181 pages
About this book
📬 Dear Enemy is a captivating epistolary novel set in the early 1900s, where a spirited young woman unexpectedly becomes the superintendent of a rural orphan asylum. Through her witty and heartfelt letters, we witness her journey from socialite to reformer, navigating the challenges of child psychology, institutional care, and women’s empowerment. Her growing correspondence with a skeptical doctor — her so-called “enemy” — adds layers of depth, humor, and emotional insight. 💌 This charming novel combines elements of female-driven fiction, romantic tension, and progressive-era reform, making it ideal for readers who love strong female leads, uplifting stories, and social commentary fiction. Fans of Daddy-Long-Legs and classic coming-of-age narratives will find a compelling mix of compassion, growth, and light satire in this timeless read. 🌿📖✨
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