About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is feeling caught between the expectations of their upbringing and the pull of the wider world. It is an ideal choice for the child who feels like an outsider or who is beginning to question the 'rules' of their own community. The story follows Eliza, a sixteen-year-old Amish girl, as she leaves her sheltered life for a summer job in Chicago. Through her eyes, readers explore the intoxicating wonder of first-time experiences alongside the heavy burden of choice. This is a thoughtful exploration of identity, belonging, and the reality that growing up often means leaving something behind. It is written with sensitivity for older teens, navigating themes of faith and independence with a realistic, respectful touch.
