Mary Christner Borntrager Libri

Polly Miller struggles with relocating to Texas, leaving behind her Ohio friends and family. As she navigates her new environment, she forms a friendship with non-Amish Rose Ann, who introduces her to a different lifestyle. Additionally, she becomes romantically interested in Tom, a charming hired hand. Faced with the choice between her family's Amish traditions and the allure of a Texas romance, Polly must decide her path. This coming-of-age story resonates with both young and older readers, particularly those who appreciate Amish fiction.

Set against the backdrop of an Amish community, the story follows Sarah Troyer as she navigates a turbulent childhood marked by her mother's illness and the unfair treatment from a hired girl. With her parents away in Arizona seeking a cure, Sarah faces challenges that test her faith when tragedy strikes her family. The arrival of a new hired girl offers a glimmer of hope, but Sarah must confront her grief and resentment to discover a path toward healing and love. This is the seventh installment in the Ellie's People series.

Struggling to fit in with his peers, Andy Maust finds solace in poetry rather than traditional Amish activities. Teased by other boys and facing the mysterious disappearance of his dog, he dreams of escaping his troubles by hopping on a train to find a place where he can truly be himself. This journey explores themes of identity and belonging, while the series reflects the author's own Amish upbringing. With updated language and a Pennsylvania Dutch glossary, it appeals to both young and old readers, particularly fans of Amish fiction.

Mandy Schrock struggles with her feelings toward her special needs brother, feeling both protective and frustrated by his presence. When he faces bullying from peers, her emotions intensify, culminating in a tragic event that leaves her questioning her role in it. As she grapples with guilt and grief, Mandy seeks a path to redemption and grace within her faith and the supportive embrace of her Amish community. This poignant story explores themes of family, acceptance, and the journey toward healing.

Ellie Maust grows up Amish but isn't happy with the strict ideas of her father. As she learns responsibility and approaches her own wedding day, she begins to rethink her feelings about her family's Amish traditions

Reuben Weaver, an Amish teenager, grapples with the tension between his values and the allure of mischief with friends. As he navigates schoolyard fights and daring challenges, his pride leads him to a fateful dare involving his beloved horse, Princess. This pivotal moment tests his character and the strength of his community ties. Themes of temptation, responsibility, and the consequences of one's actions are woven throughout this coming-of-age story, highlighting Reuben's struggle to balance ambition with his cherished way of life.