Two Alike: With Illustrations

Two Alike: With Illustrations by Edith Barnard Delano. This novel follows Roberta (Bobs) and Abundance (BeBe), twin sisters in South Wickham, Maryland, as they navigate Christmas memories, family ties, and coming-of-age adventures. From a festive homecoming with Sybil Crockett and Donald Crawford to the twins’ summer at Montebello, their world blends romance, mischief, and a growing sense of responsibility. A scheme to run a tomato and chicken business tests their optimism and teamwork, while a foray to the Wakefield church leads to a perilous night in a hidden crypt. A rescue by Uncle Frank and friends uncovers a long-lost treasure—silvers, church records, and Civil War letters—that rekindles memory, honors, and meaning for the community. The tale culminates in a bishop’s dedication of the restored church and the sisters’ mature reflections on duty, friendship, and family. (Approx. 150 words)