Amish Countryside Books in Order

How to Read the Amish Countryside Series

Sandra Becker’s beloved Amish Countryside series transports readers to the peaceful settings of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Filled with stories of faith, community, and clean romance, the series is highly accessible and comforting. Because the majority of the books function as standalones or independent mini-arcs, you do not need to follow a strict chronological sequence. However, following the publication order is the most popular way to experience the evolution of Becker's storytelling.

Recommended Starting Points

Depending on what you want from your first visit to the Amish Countryside, we recommend two starting paths:

• The Romance Route (Let Go and Let God): Most readers prefer to start with Let Go and Let God (2015). This novel introduces Ruth as she navigates her rumspringa, family expectations, and a heartfelt relationship with a visiting doctor from the English world. It sets the perfect tone for the rest of the series.
• The Parable Route (Water, The Alphabet and Other Stories): If you want to follow the strict publication order, start with Water, The Alphabet and Other Stories (2015), which serves as a collection of short Amish parables rather than a full-length romance.

Key Subseries and Mini-Arcs

If you prefer to read the books in thematic blocks, look out for these specific character pairings and collections:

• Amish Sweethearts: These stories follow the journeys of specific couples finding love, such as Karen and Joshua and Sarah and Isaac.
• Amish Horsekeeper: A two-part story arc comprising Amish Horsekeeper and Amish Horsekeeper's Cousin.
• Marriage and Family Standalones: Later books in the series shift focus to the joys and anxieties of family life, featuring titles like The Anxious Bride, The Jealous Husband, The Worried Mother, and The Reluctant Groom.

Publication Order of Amish Countryside Books

Here is the chronological publication list of the primary books in the series based on local records:

1. Water, The Alphabet and Other Stories (2015)
2. Amish Sweethearts: Karen and Joshua (2015)
3. Amish: To Be Or Not To Be (2015)
4. Amish: To Be Or Not To Be: Part 2 (2015)
5. Amish Sweethearts: Sarah and Isaac (2015)
6. An Unexpected Proposal (2016)
7. Amish Temptation (2016)
8. Amish Horsekeeper (2016)
9. Amish Horsekeeper's Cousin (2016)
10. Amish Thanksgiving (2016)
11. Amish Christmas (2016)
12. The Anxious Bride (2018)
13. The Jealous Husband (2018)
14. The Worried Mother (2018)
15. The Englisher Next Door (2018)
16. The Impossible Choice (2018)
17. The Reluctant Groom (2018)
18. The Amish Decision (2018)
19. The Amish Punishment (2018)
20. The Perfect Bride (2019)
21. Amish Renewed Faith (2019)
22. The Unforgettable Englisher (2020)