In hindsight, I feel like the Marie-Grace & Cecile books are almost a pivot point to the more middle-grade books of Mary Ellen and Nanea where there's two much longer chapter books instead of the original six-book format with specific themes (meet! School! christmas! Birthday! Saves the day! Changes!). This is a continuation of the yellow fever epidemic story, with Marie-Grace doing her best to help watch over singing instructor Madame Oceane, but leaving a note saying M-G was at the infirmary causes her father to realize that maybe she should be sent away for safety.

A solution is found that keeps her in NOLA, though time is kinda skipped over quickly? She is helpful, though.

Ooof I hate to keep mentioning the art in my reviews on the M-G/Cecile books, but Madame Oceane's face in the last illustration/one that goes on the cover but uncropped is uh, kinda reminiscent of that monkey Jesus painting. ( )

This story is about a young girl who is in the state of New Orleans during a yellow fever breakout. Her father is working hard to care for the sick and the orphanage where she volunteers is becoming crowded with children as they lose their parents to this horrible disease Soon she is faced with a very troubling challenge and must figure out how to help. The story is an easy read and the main character is very relatable for younger girls. ( )