A Meade, L. T. 1854-1914 creator Browne, Maggie 1864-1937 Manwell, M. B. Dixon, Arthur A. (Arthur Augustus) 1872-1959 text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "A Big Temptation" by L. T. Meade, Maggie Brown, and M. B. Manwell is a fictional children's story written during the late 19th century. The book revolves around themes of childhood innocence, adventure, and moral lessons, showcasing the spirit of young characters who face challenges and temptations in their lives. It highlights the longing for freedom and joy amidst the constraints of a difficult upbringing. The story follows a young girl named Netty, who becomes the caretaker of her sickly baby cousin, Dan. Netty's brother, Ben, entices her with the possibility of a day trip to Southend for a seaside treat, which leads to the children devising a plan to sneak away. Despite challenges, including Netty's moral dilemma of taking Dan along, the siblings embark on an adventure that culminates in a joyful yet fraught day at the beach. However, Dan's health suffers from the treats he consumes, prompting Netty to seek help. The narrative emphasizes the consequences of their actions but ultimately conveys a message of forgiveness and understanding as the children learn important lessons about responsibility, care, and family bonds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) A big temptation / by L.T. Meade -- The other Carews / by M.B. Manwell -- Kurus : the king of the cannibal islands / by Maggie Browne. Release date is 2008-05-14 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. Original publication data not identified Children's stories PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25467 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25467 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133602.0 25467