Felicity Saves The Day (American Girl Collection)

AUTHOR: Valerie Tripp
ILLUSTRATOR: Dan Andreasen

From the Publisher:

Felicity loves summertime on Grandfather’s plantation. She can be outside all day—riding horses, playing with Nan and William, and exploring the woods. One day Felicity finds a secret note. It is from Ben, her father’s apprentice, and it asks for her help. Ben has broken his apprenticeship agreement and is running away to join George Washington’s army. Felicity begins a dangerous adventure when she goes to help Ben. She must use all her strength, courage, and wisdom to try to save the day.

Leah’s Thoughts:

The American Girl Books were some of my most beloved books growing up, and I still have such a soft spot for them. Each series introduces a girl from a different time in American history, bringing the past to life through their stories, struggles, and triumphs.

I love how these books weave real historical events and cultural details into engaging, character-driven stories. They offer young readers a window into the lives of girls who are brave, curious, and kind, while also being very relatable. Each character offers something unique and memorable.

I truly hope the next generation of girls discovers these stories and enjoys them just as much as I did. They sparked my lifelong love of historical fiction.

*Note: the older books are out of print, so look for them used.