Sublime

beyond them, well hidden from common view, waited slim black pants, a trim, long-tailed jacket, and tall boots. In short order, the day’s gown was draped over her chaise, and Nim

perlino,

Lord deliver her from obnoxious brothers.

During the flurry of these and other playful notes that were sent back and forth, Annabelle began to experience something she had forgotten long ago . . . the delight of having friends.