Book Series · 2 Books

The American Adventure Books

In order from Maggie's Choice to Black Tuesday.

The American Adventure series is a set of 2 chapter books by Norma Jean Lutz and JoAnn A. Grote, published between 1998 and 1999. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 140 pages.

Maggie's Choice
Black Tuesday
Maggie's Choice
Maggie's Choice
Black Tuesday
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Maggie's Choice
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Book #8 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1998

Maggie's Choice

A colonial girl faces a choice of conscience as a religious revival sweeps her town.

140 pages
Paperback
Summary: In colonial New England, the death of a young enslaved girl in Boston and the preaching of Jonathan Edwards during the Great Awakening lead Maggie to make an important decision about her faith. Part of a Christian historical series that follows one fictional family through three centuries of American history.
In reading order

The American Adventure Series

2 books · Published 1998–1999

#8
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$399

Maggie's Choice

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1998

A colonial girl faces a choice of conscience as a religious revival sweeps her town.

#41
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$399

Black Tuesday

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

After the 1929 crash, a brother and sister look for ways to help those losing everything.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the American Adventure series?

There are 2 books in the American Adventure series. It began with Maggie's Choice in 1998, and the newest book, Black Tuesday, was published in 1999.

What order should you read the American Adventure books in?

Start with Maggie's Choice and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the American Adventure books best for?

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

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