Release date is 2016-11-18

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"Jean Cabot at Ashton" by Gertrude Fisher Scott is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the journey of Jean Cabot, a young freshman from Los Angeles, as she adjusts to life at Ashton College, an Eastern institution far from her home. The book explores themes of friendship, personal growth, and the challenges of transitioning from a close-knit family life to the independence of college. At the start of the novel, Jean is en route to Ashton College, feeling a mix of excitement and homesickness after saying goodbye to her brother Tom. As she arrives at the college, she meets Marguerite Allison, a fellow student who helps her navigate the initial chaos of settling in. Jean grapples with her reasons for attending college—whether it's to please her family or pursue her own goals. The narrative introduces her new roommate, Elizabeth Fairfax, who has her own challenges, further complicating Jean's adjustment to college life. As Jean encounters various characters and experiences, such as roommate dynamics and social events, her journey of self-discovery and the quest for belonging begins. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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