Times are hard at the Bryant home. With Christmas just weeks away, the family is preparing to celebrate without any presents for the Bryant children, including little Daisy. But practical Daisy can weather a Christmas without gifts if she knows that somewhere, a more fortunate little girl got a new doll and named it Daisy Bryant after herself. Before long, Daisy’s wish is known to the entire town and one act of kindness begets another . . . and another! Soon, Daisy’s home town is alive with the spirit of giving, and the Bryant family is about to have a Christmas they will never forget. This unabridged version of the 1890 original includes reader group discussion questions, a biography of the author, and an introduction to Isabella Alden’s books by Christian author Jenny Berlin.

Book 2 in the Bryant Family Series. Who could have known that one simple mistake would make such a difference in a young lady’s life! In this sequel to Miss Dee Dunmore Bryant, Caroline Bryant misses a train’s departure by just twenty minutes, and finds herself on an adventure far from home. With no money or even a change of clothes, Caroline is alone in a big city and reliant upon the kindness of strangers. But Caroline’s pride won’t let her accept charity; she’ll repay her new friends in the only way she can: by making herself useful. Soon Caroline’s good sense and hard work catch the attention of a prominent and wealthy physician. Dr. Forsythe has plans for Caroline that—if she accepts—will bring her all the lovely earthly possessions she longs for . . . but will keep her far from home for a very long time. Caroline Bryant misses her home and family, but the doctor’s offer is too tempting to resist. Which path will Caroline take? This edition includes group discussion questions, a biography of the author, and an introduction by Christian author Jenny Berlin