Six Star Ranch by Eleanor H. Porter

By Al R. Young

Six Star Ranch by Eleanor H. Porter is deservedly less renowned than Eleanor Porter's earlier work, Pollyanna; however, it still makes a pleasing summer romp. Five New Hampshire girls follow their Texan friend, Genevieve Hartley, home for the summer to "Six Star Ranch," where Genevieve can breathe free air and kick up her heels before returning to New Hampshire to finish her schooling and behave herself beautifully.

Because the book is out of print, look for it at the library or Internet sellers. Best for girls ages 8-12.