Rachel Field (1894–1942)

A prayer for boys and girls full of the intimate gentleness of familiar things, the love of friends and family, and the kindly protection of God.

In 1743, thirteen-year-old Marguerite Ledoux travels to Maine as the indentured servant of a family that regards her as little better than the Indians that threaten them, but her strength, quick thinking and courage surprise them all.

I’m not sure this needs a review.

This book is charming, the soft and nurturing warmth of family and God shine from this book in a way relatable to small children.

This particular edition is larger and a better choice for reading aloud and sharing the illustrations.

Very interesting to read children's historical fiction written a century ago; some passages would not be considered acceptable today, but it has may salient qualities as a piece of history.