Mollie of the Movies by Kenneth McGaffey is a captivating and heartwarming story about a young girl named Mollie who dreams of becoming a famous actress in the silent film era. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, Mollie's determination and passion for acting never waver.

The author does an excellent job of portraying the glitz and glamour of Hollywood in the 1920s, as well as the harsh realities of the film industry. Mollie's journey from a small-town girl to a successful actress is both inspiring and relatable, and readers will find themselves rooting for her every step of the way.

One of the strengths of this book is the vivid and engaging characters, from Mollie's supportive family to the eccentric movie producers she encounters. Each character is well-developed and adds depth to the story, making it a truly immersive reading experience.

Overall, Mollie of the Movies is a wonderful and enchanting novel that will appeal to readers of all ages. It is a story of dreams, perseverance, and the power of self-belief, and is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who reads it.

Book Description:
This is a story of a girl who tries to make it big in the world of show business. McGaffey gives us the heroine's first-person account. He writes in an epistolary style and gives us a comic, slice-of-life look at a girl's attempts to become a film star. This was serialized in Photoplay Magazine, the premier fan magazine of the 1910s and 20s. Photoplay would go on to publish a wide array of fiction about the film industry. This was one of their first concerted efforts to create a long-form narrative about Hollywood. Text sources : First Reel Second Reel Third Reel Fourth Reel Fifth Reel Sixth Reel. Seventh Reel. Eighth Reel