Ruth Fielding In the Red Cross Doing Her Best For Uncle Sam
by Alice B. Emerson
About this book
Ruth Fielding In the Red Cross Doing Her Best for Uncle Sam by Alice B. Emerson sends young heroine Ruth into the tense, patriotic world of World War I aid work, where courage and common sense count as much as courage. Set in 1918, this classic girls' historical fiction follows Ruth as she answers the call to help the Red Cross, navigates wartime travel, and confronts mystery, loyalty, and the responsibilities of growing up in a world at war.
Emerson weaves a brisk adventure full of period detail—local Red Cross chapters, convoy crossings, chateau hospitals, and the anxious mixtures of rumor and heroism that marked the home front and the front lines. Themes of duty, service, friendship, and female agency underpin the fast-moving plot, while hints of espionage, romance, and moral choice add suspense without spoiling the story. The tone captures both the earnest patriotism of its era and the resourceful spirit of a young woman doing her best.
Ideal for listeners who love historical adventure, coming-of-age tales, and vintage girls’ series, this audiobook offers a vivid window into World War I life and an inspiring portrait of a heroine determined to make a difference.
