How to Read the Amish of Birch Creek Series
If you want to experience the heartwarming stories of Birch Creek, Ohio, the best way is to follow the original trilogy in its publication order. Written by Kathleen Fuller, the core series follows the three Schrock sisters as they navigate faith, family tragedy, and second-chance romance.
1. Publication Order of the Core Trilogy
- A Reluctant Bride (2015) – Focuses on Sadie Schrock and her journey of healing after a past betrayal.
- An Unbroken Heart (2016) – Centers on Joanna Schrock as she copes with physical and emotional scars.
- A Love Made New (2016) – Follows Abigail Schrock, the youngest sister, finding love and self-worth.
Expanding the Birch Creek Universe: Spinoffs and Companion Series
Kathleen Fuller liked the fictional town of Birch Creek so much that she set two subsequent companion trilogies in the same community. Reading these in order of their release allows you to watch the community grow and spot returning characters.
Amish Brides of Birch Creek Trilogy
This spinoff series shifts the focus to other members of the community finding love:
- The Teacher's Bride (2018)
- The Farmer's Bride (2019)
- The Innkeeper's Bride (2020)
Amish Mail-Order Bride Trilogy
The latest addition to the Birch Creek world brings newcomers to the community through mail-order matches:
- A Double Dose of Love (2020)
- Matched and Married (2021)
- Love in Plain Sight (2022)
Where to Start and Reading Tips
For the absolute best reading experience, start with A Reluctant Bride. Because the core trilogy is built around the Schrock sisters recovering from the same tragic buggy accident that claimed their parents, reading them out of order will spoil the emotional progression and the overall story arc. Once you complete the original trilogy, you can safely jump into either Amish Brides of Birch Creek or the Amish Mail-Order Bride series, as they function as independent story arcs within the same shared town setting.