Song of the Trumpet

A sequel to The Shining Sword. This is an allegory of how God calls a soul to be one of His soldiers and how the evil forces try to stop obedience to that call. The main character, Akara, finds that the battle is not so fierce as it is subtle. When she is captured by the evil forces, young soldiers of the King brave much danger to rescue her. Akara answers the call of the King and finds that now her trumpet makes beautiful music. 213 pages; paperback.

Little House in Brookfield

The main character in this book is Caroline Quiner, the little girl who would grow up to be Ma Ingalls in the Little House books. Caroline is five years old and living with her family and widowed mother in Brookfield, Wisconsin. Times are hard without their father, but the family works together and pulls through the first year with courage and love. Paperback. Proofreader’s note: Some language may be objectionable.

Dog of Discovery

This book gives a detailed account of the Lewis and Clark expedition. Seaman, a large, black Newfoundland is Lewis’ dog and a valuable member of the expedition. Actual excerpts from the explorer’s journals are included. As the main characters are not nonresistant Christians, there is an instance of swearing, some drinking, one killing, and Lewis’ sad end. See pp. 120, 125, 130, and 138 for these objectionable parts. This book is, however, based on the true historical account.

Mysterious Signal

Freedom Seekers Book 5. This book continues the story of Libby Norstad and the other Freedom Seekers as they help slaves escape on the Underground Railroad and try to get Pa’s loan payment made in time. And through it all, Libby learns about trust and choosing what is right. Ages 10-14. 246 pages; paperback.

Race for Freedom

Freedom Seekers series, book 2. A shadowy figure lurks on the dark riverfront near the Christina. Libby is sure that it must be the cruel slave trader Riggs. Does he suspect that the runaway Jordon is hiding on her pa’s steamboat? Follow the Freedom Seekers as they race to keep Jordon free from the clutches of slavery. Ages 10-14. 247 pages; Paperback.

The Young Christian

The main character, Freddie, makes many new friends, some of whom are not good for him. But his best friend, Joe, is alarmed and points him to better paths. Follow Freddie’s adventures and see his transformation from a self-willed young man to a servant of Christ. 106 pages; paper.

Homeward Into a Dangerous Land

This historical fiction tells about the Warren family as they move into the western Pennsylvania frontier in 1768 with hopes of a better life. It has value as a historically realistic tale; however, caution should be exercised as the main characters do not live totally nonresistant lives, even while professing a faith in God.

Me & Nobbles

Bobby, the main character in this book, is raised without Mother or Father. His imaginary friend Nobbles, whom he talks to as a real person, is often his only comfort. This book tells the story of Bobby’s hard life with his nurse, his unlikely reunion with his earthly father, as well as Bobby’s friendship with his heavenly Father. 151 pages; paper.

The Cost of the Crown

Set in the Netherlands during the 1500s, this story helps us understand what the Anabaptists of that time endured to live for the Lord. The main characters and events are fictional yet true-to-life for those times. Teenagers Margriete and Grietje hear the Word of God and must decide if they are willing for danger and persecution so they can win the crown of life. 122 pages; paper.

The Drummer’s Wife

This is a story of Anabaptism in the Netherlands from 1531-49. The main plot is based on the accounts of Hadewijk and Elizabeth. Twelve stories of martyrs are retold in modern language and in simpler form. 251 pages; hardcover.

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