Mandy

Mandy Schrock’s little brother is different. As a child with special needs, he is loved and cared for by many in their Amish community. But Mandy gets tired of him following her around, and when a group of girls start to tease him, she gets even more furious and frustrated. When an awful tragedy strikes, Mandy wonders whether she is to blame. Will she carry guilt and grief for years to come, or can Mandy find her way home to God's redemption and grace? Book 8 in the Ellie’s People series.

The books of the Ellie’s People series, beloved classics among young and old readers in Amish and Mennonite communities, are now available for today’s reader. Author Mary Christner Borntrager grew up Amish and based her novels on events and experiences from her childhood. Fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House series will love the spunky main characters and old fashioned communities of the Ellie’s People series.

What's new in the Ellie's People series:

• Pennsylvania Dutch glossary at the end of each book
• A sample chapter from the next book in the series
• Language and examples updated for today's readers