Kathie's Soldiers

Name: Kathie's Soldiers
Author: Amanda M. Douglas

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About This Book

A young woman and her community confront wartime upheaval as enlistments and a local draft force neighbors to choose between duty and domestic obligations. Scenes shift between public events—recruiting, marches, and battle anxieties—and intimate episodes of moral testing, charity, and practical sacrifice. Small acts of care and steadfastness bind families and friends, while characters face temptations, loss, and reconciliation. The narrative highlights everyday courage, responsibility, and the personal costs of military service, concluding with homecomings and the resolution of several personal trials.

About the Author

Amanda M. Douglas

Amanda M. Douglas was an American author known for her children's literature, particularly her series "A Little Girl in Old..." which explores the lives of young girls in various historical American cities. Her works, including "A Little Girl in Old Boston" and "A Little Girl in Old Chicago," provide a nostalgic glimpse into the past, blending adventure with educational elements about American history. Douglas's storytelling often emphasizes themes of family, friendship, and the everyday experiences of young girls, making her books both engaging and relatable for her audience. Through her writing, she contributed significantly to the genre of children's historical fiction.

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