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The O'Sullivan Twins
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First edition
Author Enid Blyton
Illustrator W. Lindsay Cable
Country United Kingdom
Language English
Series St. Clare's
Subject Boarding, Classic
Publisher Methuen
Publication date
 1942
Preceded by The Twins at St. Clare's 
Followed by Summer Term at St. Clare's 

The O'Sullivan Twins is an exciting children's book by Enid Blyton. It's the second book in her popular St. Clare's series. This story first came out in 1942.

About the Book

This book continues the adventures of Pat and Isabel O'Sullivan. They are twin sisters who go to a boarding school called St. Clare's. In this story, they start their second term.

New Students and Friends

When Pat and Isabel return to St. Clare's, their cousin Alison O'Sullivan joins them. Alison is a bit dreamy and sometimes silly, but she has a very kind heart.

Two other new girls also arrive:

  • Lucy Oriell: Lucy is a bright, friendly, and popular girl. She's also a talented artist, just like her father.
  • Margery Fenworthy: Margery is quite different. She seems grumpy and doesn't like to talk much. The other girls think she might be older than them.

Exciting School Adventures

Many fun and surprising things happen during this term:

  • Midnight Feasts: Some girls try to have a secret midnight tea party. But their French teacher, Mam'zelle, finds out! Another student named Erica causes trouble for the younger girls throughout the term.
  • A Heroic Rescue: Erica gets into a dangerous situation when a fire breaks out. Margery, who seemed so quiet, bravely rescues Erica. This makes Margery a hero!
  • Helping a Friend: Lucy's father has an accident and can't paint anymore. This means he might not be able to pay for Lucy's school fees. But Pat, Isabel, and Margery find a way to help their friend.
  • Pranks and Laughter: One funny moment happens when Janet puts beetles into Mam'zelle's glasses case. The girls then pretend they can't see the beetles. This makes Mam'zelle think she's going a little bit crazy!

Main Characters You'll Meet

Here are some of the students and teachers in The O'Sullivan Twins:

  • Pat O'Sullivan
  • Isabel O'Sullivan
  • Alison O'Sullivan
  • Margery Fenworthy
  • Lucy Oriell
  • Tessie
  • Nora
  • Erica (who causes some trouble)
  • Winifred James
  • Belinda Towers
  • Hilary Wentworth
  • Mam'zelle (the French teacher)
  • Doris Elward
  • Miss Roberts
  • Matron
  • Janet Robins
  • Miss. Theobald
  • Kathleen Gregory
  • Shelia Naylor
  • Rita George
  • Miss Lewis
  • Winnie
  • Miss Jenks
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