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Feb 20, 2026 17 min

023 - Somebody Comes

from Under the Lilacs Hosted by Louisa May Alcott

When two adventurous young girls host a delightful tea party with their dolls, their plans take an unexpected turn when a mysterious dog devours their treasured cake. This incident leads them to discover Ben Brown, a runaway from the circus and a master with horses. Taken in by the Moss family, Ben finds himself working for their neighbor, helping to drive cows on horseback. As he navigates a whirlwind of events, he learns of his fathers tragic death. Miss Celia, a compassionate neighbor, offers him comfort and a place to stay with her and her kind-hearted brother, Thornton—affectionately known as Thorny. Their summer is filled with thrilling escapades, including a lost dog, accusations of theft, and even a wild ride on horseback. The adventures continue, and you’ll want to join in to uncover the rest of Bens captivating story. Summary by Wikipedia, revised by Stav Nisser. Book Coordinators Stav Nisser and Diana Majlinger. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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