They took her childhood, but they couldn’t take her voice.
At ten years old, Ivy Schrock’s world is shattered when her father’s abuse leaves her hospitalized and torn from her Amish home. Thrust into the foster care system, she is forced to navigate a string of families where survival is never guaranteed. Each placement erodes her trust, yet she slowly learns the strength of independence and the fragile power of friendship.
As Ivy grows, the scars of her past refuse to fade. As a new passion offers a way forward, old shadows resurface, threatening to pull her back under. Heartbreak and betrayal sharpen the questions she cannot escape: Where does she belong, and how much of her past can she leave behind?
Through resilience and courage, Ivy is determined to forge a life of her own, opening her heart to love, friendship, and a future she never thought possible.
Little Amish Girl is a poignant coming-of-age novel perfect for book clubs and women’s fiction readers who love tear-jerkers that end on a hopeful note. Chronicling one girl’s inner battle for survival and resilience, this touching story explores generational trauma, found family, and the fragile power of personal freedom.
Fans of emotional literary fiction, heart-wrenching family sagas, and inspirational stories about overcoming tragedy will find themselves captivated by Ivy’s unforgettable journey. Can she leave the past behind, or is it only a stepping stone toward a future she never dared to imagine?
