The Outdoor Girls In A Motor Car is a young adult novel by Laura Lee Hope, originally published in 1913. It is the seventh book in the "Outdoor Girls" series. The story follows four teenage girls, Betty, Mollie, Grace, and Amy, who go on a road trip in a motor car with their friend Frank. Along the way, they become embroiled in a mystery surrounding a supposedly haunted mansion in Shadow Valley. The girls work to solve the mystery and help a family in need while also enjoying the adventure of their road trip. The book includes themes of friendship, bravery, and problem-solving.
Laura Lee Hope is the pseudonym used by the Stratemeyer Syndicate, a group of children's book authors who worked together to produce numerous series of books for young readers. The true identity of the individual or individuals who wrote under the name Laura Lee Hope is not known. Under the name Laura Lee Hope, the Stratemeyer Syndicate produced several popular children's book series, including the Bobbsey Twins, the Bunny Brown series, and the Six Little Bunkers series. The books were known for their wholesome and adventurous stories, and for featuring relatable characters and family values. The Bobbsey Twins series, which followed the adventures of a pair of siblings, was particularly successful and became one of the most beloved children's book series of the 20th century. The series has been adapted for television and film several times. While the true authorship of the books written under the name Laura Lee Hope may never be known, their impact on children's literature and popular culture are undeniable. The books continue to be read and loved by generations of young readers around the world.