LITTLE BUTTON ROSE, a Short Story by Louisa May Alcott

When spirited eight-year-old Rosamond, affectionately nicknamed "Button-Rose," steps into the lives of her three vastly different cousins, she brings more than just her tiny trunk and big blue eyes—she brings change. In an old, shadowy house filled with rules, grudges, and unspoken regrets, Rosamond's candid charm and innocent schemes begin to unravel years of resentment and loneliness. From her daring friendship with the enigmatic “missionary man” next door to her earnest attempts at peacemaking, Rosamond’s journey is as heartwarming as it is hilarious. But when her small world is shadowed by illness, will her unbreakable spirit be enough to heal not just herself but the hearts of everyone around her? A tale of kindness, humor, and the transformative power of a child’s love, "Little Button-Rose" is a delightful and touching exploration of second