Leah had always been independent. Her mother who married many times over to better their lives worked long hours, leaving Leah to care for herself. While her mother was on her honeymoon with her most recent husband, Leah’s finger started to hurt and later found it to be broken when she went to the doctor. When he did not like how it was sudden, he had her check into the hospital for further evaluation. With the eventual diagnosis of cancer, Leah was in for the fight of her life. The only hope she found during this time was the Amish family she grew to know and love; and Gabriella who came to her in her most desperate times. While no one else saw Gabriella besides Leah and her Amish roommate, Rebekah, she brought hope to many people. As Leah recovered from cancer and moved forward with her life, she still hoped for connection to Rebekah and her family, especially her brother Ethan. Ethan was struggling with his place in his family and the Amish community. Although they came from such different backgrounds, they found love that they had not experienced before. Being from such different worlds, they struggled to find a way to make their love possible.
I first read these books in elementary school and enjoyed them immensely. While they have a romantic tone, they are appropriate and not indecent. I also had a chance to learn about the Amish community, which I had not experienced personally. The books are easy to read and understand. These books would probably be enjoyed by girls that are in 3rd or 4th grade and older.
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