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Rachel's back in school in Lancaster County! And that's where trouble finds her once again! Except this time, trouble is spelled O-R-L-I-E. That's the name of the new boy-the freckle-faced kid with a nasty cowlick-who has an ornery attitude when it comes to Rachel. From mixed-up school lunches to playground high jinks, these two Amish kids are off on the wrong bare foot. Will nine-year-old Rachel be able to survive Orlie's constant teasing? Can anything good come from this mayhem and madness? Boys and girls will love reading about Rachel's latest adventure. Visit www.rachelyoderbooks.com to play online games, learn Amish words, and learn more about the Rachel Yoder Series! Other books in the Rachel Yoder series include School's Out, Out of Control, New Beginnings.

157 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

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Wanda E. Brunstetter

216 books2,336 followers
New York Times bestselling and award-winning author, Wanda E. Brunstetter is one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre. She has written close to 90 books translated in four languages. With over 10 million copies sold, Wanda's stories consistently earn spots on the nations most prestigious bestseller lists and have received numerous awards.

Wanda’s ancestors were part of the Anabaptist faith, and her novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Her books are well-read and trusted by many Amish, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the people and their customs.

When Wanda visits her Amish friends, she finds herself drawn to their peaceful lifestyle, sincerity, and close family ties. Wanda enjoys photography, ventriloquism, gardening, bird-watching, beachcombing, and spending time with her family. She and her husband, Richard, have been blessed with two grown children, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

To learn more about Wanda, visit her website at www.wandabrunstetter.com.

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December 10, 2013
I recommend purchasing this entire series. I purchased them for my grandaughter, and I loved reading them myself.
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December 24, 2024
This was such a cute children's book. It is about Rachel who is Amish and going to start a new year in school. The only problem is the new boy, Orlie, who is determined to make her feel and look stupid. She tries to ignore him or embarrass him but, nothing works. She finds out love for others, even though those hard to love, is important.
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January 3, 2025
Brunstetter Betters #2
Rachel Yoder #2
Second entry in the series has real heart and we grow to really appreciate the characters, and get more details about the Amish lifestyle.
A real decent read.
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August 26, 2019
BOOK # 2 OF 4 BOXED SET OWN ON KINDLE
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June 14, 2011
Little House on the Amish Prairie!

Rachel is back in the second book about her Pennsylvania Dutch family life.

Cute chapter book that Little House fans would enjoy.
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February 12, 2012
Meet Anne- of- Green- Gables- like- Rachel. Always getting into mischief and scrapes. This is the 1st of 8 books in all. ( my review coming later. )

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January 28, 2013
I really enjoyed This book because it is around my level of reading.
It was interesting to read a little about the different way they live.
I am hoping to get a chance to read the rest of them.
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