15 DECEMBER 1883, Page 22

Peas Blossom. By the Author of " Honor Bright." (Wells

Gardner, Dayton, and Co.)—There are some very brisk scenes of school-life in the early part of this story, scenes which are vigorously described, and which will be read with amusement. The more romantic incidents which complete it are less noteworthy ; but the whole may fairly be pronounced a success.