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American Girl: Samantha Books

In order from Meet Samantha to The Stolen Sapphire. Part of American Girl.

The American Girl: Samantha series is a set of 4 chapter books by Susan Adler, published between 1986 and 2006. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 80 pages.

Meet Samantha
Samantha Learns a Lesson
Samantha Saves the Day
The Stolen Sapphire
Meet Samantha
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Meet Samantha
Sale price
$695
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 1986

Meet Samantha

By Susan Adler, Dan Andreasen (Illustrator)

An orphan and her friend uncover a household mystery in 1904.

80 pages· 7,881 words· Est. 1 hour read
Paperback
Summary: In 1904, orphan Samantha lives with her wealthy grandmother, longing for companionship. When Nellie, a working girl, moves next door, they form a bond. Together, they embark on a secret midnight adventure to uncover why the seamstress, Jessie, is leaving. As they delve into the mystery, Samantha and Nellie navigate the complexities of their different worlds, challenging societal norms and discovering hidden truths. Will their friendship withstand the secrets they uncover?
In reading order

American Girl: Samantha Series

4 books · Published 1986–2006

#1
Meet Samantha
#1 in Series
Sale price
$695

Meet Samantha

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 1986

An orphan and her friend uncover a household mystery in 1904.

Samantha Learns a Lesson
Series
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Samantha Learns a Lesson

Chapter Book · 1986

Discover rare books and unique historical treasures.

#5
Samantha Saves the Day
#5 in Series
Sale price
$1295

Samantha Saves the Day

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1988

A summer visit unravels a tragic family mystery on a stormy island.

The Stolen Sapphire
Series
Sale price
$695

The Stolen Sapphire

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2006

A priceless jewel vanishes on a ship; every passenger is a suspect.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the American Girl: Samantha series?

There are 4 books in the American Girl: Samantha series. It began with Meet Samantha in 1986, and the newest book, The Stolen Sapphire, was published in 2006.

What order should you read the American Girl: Samantha books in?

Start with Meet Samantha and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #4.

What ages are the American Girl: Samantha books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which American Girl: Samantha book is the longest?

The Stolen Sapphire is the longest book in the series at 26,672 words (192 pages).

Which American Girl: Samantha book is the shortest?

Meet Samantha (Book #1) is the shortest at 7,881 words (80 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring American Girl: Samantha to life.

01

Susan Adler

Author
02

Susan S. Adler

Author
03

Nancy Niles

Author
04

Robert Grace

Author
05

Valerie Tripp

Author
06

Sarah M Buckey

Author
07

Dan Andreasen

Illustrator
08

Jean Paul Tibbles

Illustrator

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