Grace Harlowe's Problem

"Grace Harlowe's Problem" by Jessie Graham Flower is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Grace Harlowe and her circle of friends from Harlowe House as they navigate the challenges and joys of young adulthood, friendship, and personal ambitions. With themes of camaraderie and growth, the narrative explores how these young women maintain their bonds while confronting their individual aspirations and conflicts. The opening portion of the novel introduces readers to Grace and her friends enjoying a carefree beach reunion. As they bask in the sun and reminisce about their college days at Overton, they discuss their plans for the future. The dialogue and playful interactions among the characters establish a warm and lively atmosphere, showcasing their strong friendships. Tension subtly arises with the introduction of a mysterious new girl, Jean Brent, hinting at potential conflicts and secrets that will unfold as the narrative progresses. This beginning sets the stage for a tale filled with both lighthearted moments and deeper challenges associated with growth and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Jessie Graham Flower is a pseudonym for American author Josephine Chase. Born about 1878 in Pennsylvania to Edward H. Chase and Mary Arrner Chase. Chase was the author of the popular Grace Harlowe series of 27 books for girls, written between 1910 and 1924. The books fall into four separate series, including a high school series, college series, Overseas series, and Overland Riders series. Chase died February 8, 1931, in Philadelphia. She never married and was survived by her sister, Edna Chase.