"When Elsie's daughter, young Elsie, hears that her beloved Lester has contracted typhoid fever overseas, she and her brother Edward embark for Italy to nurse him back to health. As Lester slowly recovers, the two are married with only Edward and a few friends in attendance. On the return trip to America, Edward is reacquainted with the Loves, a father and daughter who had been vacationing in Italy. Edward and Zoe, the daughter, fall in love and marry. Meanwhile, at home, Captain Raymond, a widower, courts and wins the love of Elsie's daughter Violet. Elsie, her children, and their families spend a happy summer at the shore. When the time comes for the captain to return to sea, Violet and his children are left in the care of "Grandma" Elsie and her father"--Amazon

" In the captivating novel "Grandmother Elsie" by Martha Finley, join the beloved character Elsie Dinsmore in a heartwarming story that spans generations. This touching book explores the joys, challenges, and enduring love that define the bond between a grandmother and her family. Set within the comforting embrace of family, "Grandmother Elsie" follows Elsie Dinsmore as she embraces her role as a grandmother and imparts wisdom, guidance, and love to her grandchildren. Readers witness the legacy of faith, values, and strength that she instills in each generation, creating a lasting impact on their lives. Martha Finley's storytelling captures the essence of family dynamics, portraying the joys and struggles that come with each passing generation. Through Elsie's experiences, readers witness the beauty of intergenerational relationships, the importance of passing down traditions and values, and the power of love and faith in shaping a family's journey. Join Grandmother Elsie as she cherishes her role as a guiding force in her family's life, imparting wisdom, fostering love, and leaving a lasting legacy of faith and devotion."

The Elsie Dinsmore Novels, Martha Finley, in our opinion is the author of the best Series of novels that we have seen in our forty-three years of reviewing. Written by Martha Finley, an unmarried teacher of the last century, these novels proved to be a means of conveying her deep love for Christ Jesus. She loved her Lord, she loved His Word, and this love was passed on to His sheep through the writing of by far the best and most Biblical novels you will ever read or see. Altogether there are 28 of these novels, all built around Elsie Dinsmore, her immediate family, her extended family, and her neighbors.

In this eight volume in the The Original Elsie Dinsmore Series, Elsie's children -- Elsie, Edward, and Violet -- grow up and become adults. The events leading up to their marriages are causes for great celebration, and soon Elsie becomes a delighted, happy grandmother.

Enter the world of Elsie dinsmore! These nineteenth-century fictional chronicles of a beautiful young heiress in the Civil War South have captivated generations of 10- to 14-year-old readers eager to follow Elsie s life from childhood to motherhood and beyond. You ll find Christian values, tender romance, family fun, and lasting lessons "refreshed for a new generation! These later books in the series include visits to historic sites in Boston, Philadelphia, New Orleans, and New York, and feature custom illustrations. Christmas with Grandma Elsie, Volume 14 Sleigh rides, ice skating, and rousing snowball fights abound when Grandma Elsie hosts the holidays! Cousin Ronald Lilburn visits and is a welcome source of fun.