SuitabookThe Little Amish Matchmaker A Christmas Romance
Linda Byler
- Reading
- Read together or check in after Ruthie practises her poem; this offers a natural moment to ask how the story treats her stutter and the reactions around her.
- Themes
- Simon’s affection for Catherine: Simon has feelings for Catherine, a teacher, but is shy; Isaac tries to arrange a date for them. The book’s stance on this remains unclear.
- Ruthie and her poem: Isaac cares for Ruthie as she struggles with a stutter while practising a poem for the school programme. The book’s stance on this remains unclear.
- Worth knowing
- Romantic affection and the prospect of a date are part of the plot. Ruthie’s stutter is also described as a difficulty when she practises her poem.