Mattie’s Story

What if growing up wasn’t a choice, but a necessity?

In the rugged red-earth landscapes of rural Prince Edward Island, young Mattie Cameron comes of age in a world where family, faith, and survival are tightly intertwined. With vivid prose and unforgettable characters, Mattie’s Story follows a determined fifteen-year-old girl as she navigates the joys of school, the mysteries of womanhood as she navigates the trials of marriage, and the quiet heartaches of early adulthood.

As Mattie’s world begins to shift—at home, in the classroom, and within her own restless heart—she finds herself tested by responsibilities far beyond her years. Through it all, she draws on a quiet inner strength, the bonds of community, and a resilience shaped by tradition, hardship, and hope.

Rich in historical detail and told with tender honesty, Mattie’s Story is a heartfelt, coming-of-age story that follows the journey into the soul of a young woman poised at the threshold of life’s great unknowns.

Genre: Young Adult – A heartfelt coming-of-age tale of resilience, family, and tradition in rural Prince Edward Island.