
This historical fiction novel, part of the beloved Dear America series, tells the poignant story of Lydia Pierce, an eleven-year-old girl who loses both parents to the 1918 influenza epidemic. Along with her older brother, she is taken in by their grieving uncle and brought to the unique Shaker community at Sabbathday Lake in Maine. Told through Lydia's diary entries, the book explores themes of grief, resilience, and finding belonging in an unfamiliar world. It offers a sensitive portrayal of loss and adaptation, while also providing a fascinating glimpse into the history and daily life of the Shakers.
After being orphaned during the influenza epidemic of 1918, eleven-year-old Lydia Pierce and her fourteen-year-old brother are taken by their grieving uncle to be raised in the Shaker community at Sabbathday Lake. Includes author's note about the Shakers.