Clematis

Clematis by Bertha B. beckons listeners into a gentle, early-20th-century coming-of-age tale about a small, spirited girl who must find her place after being lost in a bustling city. Set against the backdrop of 1917 social life, Clematis moves from crowded streets to a children's home and then to the restorative countryside of Tilton, where friendships, animals, and a quiet mystery about her past nudge her toward growth. This young-adult fiction blends warm character study with themes of resilience, belonging, and the contrast between urban hardship and rural healing. Clematis’s adventures include tender household scenes, difficult nights of illness and recovery, and a secret that keeps readers wondering about her true identity without revealing the ending. The novel’s era brings a nostalgic, moralistic voice typical of early children’s literature, offering historical texture alongside timeless emotional truths. Ideal for listeners who enjoy classic teen/young-adult fiction, family storytime, or historical children’s tales, Clematis is a soothing, heartfelt listen for anyone drawn to stories of courage, compassion, and the small wonders that lead a lonely child back to hope.