A young girl named Lydia navigates the complexities of boarding school life and her relationships with others.
Author
Rumer Godden
21 books in the catalog
Rumer Godden has 21 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly historical fiction, children's literature and coming of age. The titles we've reviewed span 1727 to 1992.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 8–17, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
A lonely girl named Holly receives a magical gift that brings her joy and friendship.
A young girl named Mary lives in a convent in India and experiences the complexities of life, love, and loss.
This volume contains two charming stories about mice, focusing on their small adventures and interactions.
In a village, a craftsman who makes chatti pots faces challenges and learns about life, community, and his own worth.
This story follows the lives of four dolls and the children who own them, exploring themes of love, loss, and growing up.
A young girl named Mary-Kate lives in a remote Indian village and encounters a magical dragon that brings both wonder and challenges.
A Kindle of Kittens follows the lives of several young cats as they grow and experience the world.
An old woman living in a vinegar bottle takes in many children, struggling to provide for them until a solution is found.
A young girl named Una lives with a nomadic community in England, facing prejudice and finding her place.
A young girl named Barbara is given a statue of the Madonna by her grandmother, which she keeps hidden and cherishes, leading to family conflict.
A young girl named Harriet is sent to live with her aunt in India, where she experiences cultural differences and personal growth.
This story follows Little Plum, a young girl who moves to India and struggles to adapt to a new culture and a strict boarding school.
A young girl named Phillida lives in India and longs for a doll, but her family's financial struggles make it impossible. She finds solace in her imagination and the simple joys of her surroundings.
A young girl named Lucy lives in a boarding house and finds a tiny mouse that she secretly cares for. Her efforts to protect the mouse lead to a series of challenges and discoveries.
A lonely girl named Elizabeth receives a magical fairy doll that brings her joy and companionship, but also causes complications.
A young boy named Stephen lives in a London slum and becomes entangled with a local gang, leading to difficult moral choices.
Jane is a spirited orphan girl who lives in a strict boarding school in India. She challenges authority and forms unlikely friendships.
A young girl named Sarah lives in a convent and cares for a mouse, finding solace and purpose in her quiet life.
A young girl named Dinah receives a dollhouse and its inhabitants, experiencing their lives and dramas.
Two English children, separated from their mother, navigate a dangerous journey through Italy during wartime.
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