It’s reread day! You know those books that feel like coming home every time you open them? The ones you finish and then think, “I want to read that again…”? Today I’m sharing five stories I’ve revisited more than once—and loved more with every return.
1. The Disappearing Stranger by Lois Walfrid Johnson
A childhood favorite! This mystery from the Adventures of the Northwoods series is full of Christian values, suspense, and snowy charm. I enjoyed it growing up, and recently I introduced my daughter to the series … especially since we enjoy visiting the location that inspired the setting for this series. Of course, I had to reread it, and it held up and was just as good the second time through!
2. Jack and Jill by Louisa May Alcott
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This lesser-known Alcott gem is heartwarming and rich in life lessons. Jack and Jill’s friendship and journey through recovery make for a gentle, soul-nourishing read. This is one of my all-time favorite books. The family values, high morals, character interactions, and fun storyline make this book a definite winner that I’ll continue to reread as often as I can.
3. Five Little Peppers and How They Grew by Margaret Sidney
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Old-fashioned in the best way. The Pepper family’s love, struggle, and cheerfulness have stuck with me for years. This is another of my all-time favorite series! I can’t reread this one enough! The family values, the cheerful tone, the interactions – everything is a winner.
4. The Bronze Bow by Elizabeth George Speare
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The first time I finished this book, I immediately started writing a sequel. That’s how good it is. Set in Roman-occupied Israel, this book is both powerful and heart-wrenching. The themes of vengeance, forgiveness, and the transforming love of Christ hit just as hard—maybe harder—every time I read it. Historical fiction at its finest.
5. Vanya by Myrna Grant
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This true story of a young Soviet Christian’s courage and martyrdom never fails to convict and inspire me. It’s a sobering yet uplifting reread.
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Which books have you read more than once? Any favorites you return to again and again? Drop them in the comments—I’m always looking for reread-worthy treasures!
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The Bronze Bow has piqued my interest!
Also… FIVE LITTLE PEPPERS, YAAAY!!
You must read it! (*cough* Not because I’m biased and grew up reading The Bronze Bow and loved the themes *lol*.)
I see a couple of books on this list that I mentioned earlier in the week! And The Disappearing Stranger looks like a really great book!
Jack and Jill and Five Little Peppers!! Love those books!
I loved Five Little Peppers growing up!
A couple of these are on my TBR now after other FFF recs, but adding The Disappearing Stranger! I’ve heard of the author’s other series but haven’t read them.
The middle three are so good (well, I remembering liking the Bronze Bow despite my issues with it) but the first and last are definitely on my TBR!
I love Lois Walfrid Johnson’s books! I have read The Adventures Of The Northwoods multiple times, along with two of her other series, The Riverboat Adventures and Viking Quest. I love them all!
The Bronze Bow is something my family and I have reread a couple of times for sure. That, and I enjoy going through Tuck Everlasting sometimes.