📘 About this eBook

Author

➡️ May Hollis Barton
May Hollis Barton was the pen name used for a series of early 20th-century adventure stories written for girls, published by Cupples & Leon Company. The tales typically feature strong, resourceful young women navigating mystery, friendship, and moral challenges — offering both excitement and wholesome values for readers of all ages.

🎨 Illustrator

Ernest N. Townsend (1893–1945)
An American illustrator known for his expressive line work and lively depiction of youthful adventure, Townsend’s illustrations helped bring Barton’s heroines and their mysteries vividly to life.

📖 Title

Two Girls and a Mystery: or, The Old House in the Glen

This thrilling story, first published in 1928, follows two spirited young women who stumble upon an eerie old house deep in the glen — and soon find themselves caught in a web of secrets, hidden wills, and a kidnapping plot.
Amid suspense and danger, the girls’ courage, wit, and friendship shine through, making this an unforgettable entry in The Barton Books for Girls series.

🏛️ Publication Details

• Original Publication: New York: Cupples & Leon Company, 1928

• Series Title: The Barton Books for Girls, No. 8

• Credits: Susan E., David E. Brown, Chris Corrigan, Rod Crawford, Mary Fahnestock-Thomas, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (Produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

• Language: English

🗂️ Library Classification (LoC Class)

PZ — Juvenile Belles Lettres (Children’s and Young Adult Fiction)

📚 Subjects

• Kidnapping — Juvenile fiction

• Young women — Juvenile fiction

• Mystery and detective stories

• Poverty — Juvenile fiction

• Wills — Juvenile fiction

• Haunted houses — Juvenile fiction

• Scarsdale (N.Y.) — Juvenile fiction

🧾 Technical Details

• Category: Text (Juvenile Mystery / Adventure)

• EBook-No.: 77221

• LoC No.: 28016178

• Release Date: November 11, 2025

✨ Summary (Modern Overview)

Two Girls and a Mystery blends adventure, suspense, and friendship in a classic 1920s setting. When two brave girls uncover secrets hidden in a lonely glen, they must unravel clues, face danger, and prove that loyalty and courage can overcome any mystery.

A delightful mix of mystery, heart, and old-fashioned charm, this story remains a gem from the golden age of girls’ adventure fiction — perfect for fans of Nancy Drew and The Outdoor Girls.