Join Merry Hanson, a very modern sixteen-year-old living in Pennsylvania's Amish country, as she faces the true-to-life struggles and heartfelt triumphs of growing up to be the best she can be in God's eyes. Staying with Ruby Spindler offers Merry the perfect opportunity to explore the woman's big house...and uncover her surprising secrets.
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"I borrowed this book from my younger sister not realizing it was a teen novel, but was quickly drawn into the character's lives. I can't wait to share this series with my daughter, because Beverly Lewis does an amazing job of sharing the redemption story through the eyes of a teenage girl."
— Stephanie (5 out of 5 stars)
" These were great! It's about a 15 girl (that turns 16 in the sequel) in Amish country who has 2 guys fall for her and she tried to sort out her own feelings. It has some mystery type problems that she helps her friends figure out. She goes to public school and witnesses. "
— Courtney, 2/18/2014" I loved this book! I got it for Christmas and read it in about 24 hours. Once I started, I just couldn't stop! :) "
— Karis, 2/12/2014" This book is completely adorable! It's a light fun read, but not so light where it's unrealistic. And I have to say that Jon and Levi are both so sweet. "
— Kaitlynne, 2/12/2014" Without God, our lives just wouldn't be complete. "
— LifeisWrite2196, 2/9/2014" I love all of the info about the Amish but I'm starting to think Mrs. Lewis is not the best author in town. I do like the stories though. This one is about a teenage girl and I wanted to read it to see if it is something I would like my girls to read and they might enjoy. I think the answer to both of those questions is yes. "
— Mylinda, 2/6/2014" Mixed review on this book - very interested in the information on Amish and Mennonite cultures which is why I read it in the first place. Somewhat simplistic writing style. Easy read - but didn't keep me awake reading at night. I will probably read Volume 2, mainly because someone gave both to me! "
— Marty, 1/23/2014" Very good book. I own it and have read it 3 itme's already and just started it a fourth time! Loved it. If you like reading about amish it's good, but if your a teen who's looking for a good book this is the one to pick! "
— Ashley, 1/23/2014" I would really like to read this book again sometime! I loved it because it was just sweet and interesting... a little romance and some good stories involved. "
— Livi, 1/21/2014" This is a book for teens but I really enjoyed it as well. I think I'm a teenager at heart! "
— Paula, 1/20/2014" This book was so amazing it made me laugh in some parts and then cry in the rest if you love reading about the oldern times or aboout relegious things then this book is for you! "
— Brittaney, 12/14/2013" This book kept me interested, and wanting more! Totally good! ... and usually I really don't like books that include religion! :O "
— Sabrina, 12/2/2013" I absolutely loved this series. I remember reading at the age 12 and it was great for my age! "
— Sarah, 9/4/2013" i loved this book when i looked at the cover it looked very boring but you cant judge a book by its cover! it was a great book! "
— Jellybean, 8/31/2013" Nice set of stories. Looking forward to more Merry adventures. "
— carabellisima, 6/5/2013" I really liked the book I am now on book 2. "
— Tina39, 12/19/2012" Good book, got a little long. Saw the Amish life from an emerging teens point of view. Good conflict and resolution. "
— Gloria, 7/10/2012" it is a wonderfull book about a girl that helps her friends with alot of things like abuse, marige, god, and life "
— Storm, 6/8/2012" Wow this book was amazing!!! "
— Erica, 4/25/2012" I enjoy all of Beverly Lewis's books "
— Phyllis, 2/7/2012" Contains several books all set in Pennsylvania involving the Amish, Mennonites and English. "
— Evelyn, 12/27/2011" Is such a good book you have to read it...in this book you learn more about the Amish contry and about Mary's life "
— Ciara, 11/16/2011" nice series of books, while clearly written for the teen girl set, it was still enjoyable to read myself. I'm working on Volume 2 now. :) "
— Kathryn, 11/7/2011" It was about an 8-9th grade girl's life living for God next to Amish neighbors. "
— Stephanie, 6/27/2011" I definatly taguth me about Christ and Love for sure. "
— Kaylie, 6/23/2011" its like three books in one but very good lets you know the inner life of the amish "
— Jesse, 6/2/2011" Volume 1 is amazing! I loved Merry and the adventures she went on. I think it is amazing how she lives near an Amish family. I love it! "
— Kasey, 3/2/2011" I love this book! I really like the books with a little suspense and yes at times a little unrealistic but still great.. It's strange that I hate abuse but love reading books about them.. Maybe It makes me feel better when I know everything is okay. :) "
— Briana, 1/24/2011" Very easy read and I always love reading about the Amish way of life. I will read the next series definately. "
— Lyndsey, 10/5/2010" Good one to read over and over again "
— Elise, 7/17/2010" Didn't like this much. A little too teeny bopper. "
— Vicki, 6/28/2010Beverly Lewis, born in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country, is an author with more than seventeen million books in print. Her stories have been published in eleven languages and have regularly appeared on numerous bestseller lists, including the New York Times and USA Today.
Tavia Gilbert is an acclaimed narrator of more than four hundred full-cast and multivoice audiobooks for virtually every publisher in the industry. Named the 2018 Voice of Choice by Booklist magazine, she is also winner of the prestigious Audie Award for best narration. She has earned numerous Earphones Awards, a Voice Arts Award, and a Listen-Up Award. Audible.com has named her a Genre-Defining Narrator: Master of Memoir. In addition to voice acting, she is an accomplished producer, singer, and theater actor. She is also a producer, singer, photographer, and a writer, as well as the cofounder of a feminist publishing company, Animal Mineral.