First published 1997
Yonie lives with his family on their farm in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, where the Amish way of life shapes every day. His curious nature sets him apart from other children in his community. He notices things others miss and asks questions that make adults pause. One day, Yonie stumbles upon something remarkable that fills him with excitement. He knows he must tell someone, but this discovery feels too important to share with just anyone. Yonie decides his father is the right person to trust with what he has found. The boy approaches his father carefully, unsure how this revelation will be received. When Yonie finally reveals his secret, the moment becomes a bridge between father and son. Their shared knowledge creates a bond that goes beyond the ordinary conversations of farm life. The secret transforms an everyday relationship into something deeper and more meaningful.
Genres: fiction, family, 20th-century, 21st-century, amish
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: father-son, found-family
Setting: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Period: 20th-century, 21st-century
48 pages · Library Binding · San Val