The Young Visiters by Daisy Ashford
The book is a charming and whimsically written tale about the social adventures of a naive but ambitious nine-year-old girl in Victorian England. Penned by a young author herself, the novel follows the protagonist's infatuation with a much older man, her attempts to navigate the complexities of adult society, and her desire to attain a sense of belonging and love. The story is notable for its innocent perspective on adult behaviors and its unpolished, yet endearing narrative style, which captures the imaginative and unfiltered voice of childhood. Despite its apparent simplicity, the book subtly parodies the manners and mores of the upper classes, offering a unique and humorous window into the world as seen through the eyes of a child.