Marie-Grace has just arrived in New Orleans and she begins to make friends and enjoys singing but she is shy.

Two girls. Two stories. One amazing adventure! This keepsake boxed set includes all six illustrated books about historical characters Cécile and Marie-Grace, friends who are growing up in 1850s New Orleans. The box opens up to reveal a fun-filled mini board game - girls will love earning points as they move around the board collecting cards. Board game and pieces tuck into a storage pouch that folds up with an elegant ribbon closure. Includes Meet Marie-Grace, Meet Cécile, Marie-Grace and the Orphans, Troubles for Cécile, Marie-Grace Makes a Difference, and Cécile's Gift.

Cecile is anxious for Mardi Gras and a new costume and she also makes a new friend named Marie-Grace Gardner.

When Marie-Grace learns that the orphan dropped at her father's doorstep may be in terrible danger, she and her friend Cécile devise a plan to protect the child--and help the other orphans, as well. Simultaneous.

This adorable 6.5 inch mini-doll comes with a mini 3 inch abridged version of the Meet Marie-Grace book. Mini book is enclosed in the doll box.

Presents six stories featuring Cécile Rey, whose prosperous family are free people of color, and Marie-Grace Gardner, a doctor's daughter who has just returned to her native city, two girls growing up in New Orleans in 1853 as yellow fever strikes.