Book 1

Sarah, Plain and Tall

by Patricia MacLachlan

Published 25 April 1985
When their father invites a mail-order bride to come live with them in their prairie home, Caleb and Anna are captivated by their new mother and hope that she will stay.

Book 2

Skylark

by Patricia MacLachlan

Published 10 March 1994
When a drought tests the commitment of a mail-order bride from Maine to her new home on the prairie, her stepchildren hope they will be able to remain a family.

Book 3

Caleb's Story

by Patricia MacLachlan

Published 18 September 2001
Sequel to: Skylark.

The stranger lurking on the Witting family's prairie farm turns out to be their long-lost grandfather, whose presence plus prodding from Sarah forces Jacob to deal with his past.

Book 4

Eight-year-old Cassie Witting is upset when she finds out that her mother, Sarah, is expecting a baby, but writing in the journal that belonged to her brother Caleb helps her sort out her feelings and understand that Sarah will always love her.

Book 5

Grandfather's Dance

by Patricia MacLachlan

Published 1 September 2006