The Wouldbegoods Being the Further Adventures of the Treasure Seekers

More about the book

The narrative follows six siblings—Dora, Oswald, Dicky, Alice, Noel, and H.O. Bastable—who, after losing their mother and facing financial struggles, embark on various imaginative schemes to restore their family's fortunes. Their adventures include digging for treasure, selling poetry, and pretending to be bandits, each episode providing a delightful story that typically concludes within a single chapter. As they navigate their challenges, an unexpected opportunity arises when they connect with their late mother's uncle, who assists their father's struggling business.