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The story follows the character of Billy Neilson, a young woman who has been living with her two aunts since she was a child. Billy's aunts are both named Hannah, and they have raised her with strict and conventional values. However, when Billy turns twenty-one, she inherits a fortune and decides to strike out on her own and live life on her terms.Billy's independent and unconventional nature leads her to make decisions that surprise her aunts and raise eyebrows in her conservative New England community. She decides to move into a boardinghouse and adopt the nickname "Miss Billy." There, she forms close friendships with the other residents and becomes involved in various romantic entanglements.The novel explores the romantic interests and choices that Miss Billy faces, including her relationships with Bertram Henshaw and Cyril "Ark" Archibald. The story examines themes of love, marriage, and societal expectations as Miss Billy navigates her newfound independence and the challenges of her romantic life.Eleanor H. Porter's "Miss Billy" is known for its charming and lighthearted portrayal of a young woman's journey to self-discovery and romance. It was well-received by readers in its time and remains appreciated for its humor and depiction of the changing roles and expectations of women in the early 20th century.