A young girl named Anya moves to a utopian community called Fruitlands and struggles to adapt.
Author
Gloria Whelan
27 books in the catalog
Gloria Whelan has 27 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly historical fiction, coming of age and coming-of-age. The titles we've reviewed span 1979 to 2013.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 10–17, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Recurring virtues across Gloria Whelan's work include courage and love. Content concerns tend to be mild across the titles we've reviewed.
A young girl in Afghanistan is forced to disguise herself as a boy to survive after her father is imprisoned by the Taliban.
This novel follows a young girl named Anya who becomes involved in the Underground Railroad, helping enslaved people escape to freedom.
A young girl named Anya is sent to live with her grandmother in the countryside after her parents' death. She learns about her family's past and finds solace in nature.
A young girl named Anya discovers a hidden garden and a secret about her family's past.
A young girl named Anya experiences the harsh realities of life in Russia during World War II.
A young girl named Anya navigates the challenges of life in a Russian village during a time of hardship and political upheaval.
A young girl named Anya navigates the challenges of growing up in Soviet Russia, dealing with family secrets and societal changes.
During World War II, a young girl named Anya experiences the hardships and anxieties of living in occupied Russia. She learns about resilience and the importance of hope.
In 1920s India, a young girl named Lena travels with her family and encounters a lion cub, leading to a deep connection.
In 1930s China, a young girl named Chu Ju is sent to live with her uncle's family after her father's death.
This historical fiction novel follows Anya, a young Jewish girl in Russia during World War II, as she navigates the dangers of Nazi occupation and the kindness of strangers.
A group of children embarks on a perilous journey to find a lost artifact that could save their village. They face numerous challenges and learn to rely on each other.
A young girl named Maria flees her home and finds refuge with a kind family.
In 1930s Russia, a young girl named Anya is separated from her family during the Revolution. She finds refuge and eventually a new home with a kind woman.
A young girl living in a remote village in the Soviet Union during World War II experiences hardship and loss.
A young girl from India experiences culture shock and prejudice when she moves to a new country and attends a boarding school.
In 19th-century Russia, Anya must confront the mysterious wolf that threatens her village and her family, uncovering secrets along the way.
A young girl's life in a boarding school for Native American children in the early 20th century is depicted.
Set during World War II, this story follows a young girl who must take on adult responsibilities.
In 19th-century Russia, Anya is sent to live with her grandmother after her parents' death. She learns about her family's past and the mysterious forest surrounding their home.
A young Vietnamese refugee named Lien flees her war-torn country and seeks a new life in America, facing cultural adjustments and loss.
Hannah, a young girl in 1917 Russia, navigates the turmoil of war and revolution.
During the Russian Revolution, a young girl named Silver must flee her home and find safety with her family.
A young girl named Oriole navigates life and family challenges in the countryside.
A young girl named Anya is sent to live with relatives in the wilderness and learns to adapt to a new life.
A young girl named Anya must learn to adapt to a new life in a Russian village after her family flees political unrest.
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