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Common themes in these books on rural living include: 1. Small town life and community 2. Love and romance 3. Amish culture and traditions 4. Animals and their role in farm life 5. Family dynamics and relationships 6. Nature and the beauty of the countryside 7. Challenges of rural life, including adapting to change and facing adversity 8. Nostalgia for bygone days and simpler times 9. Pursuit of dreams and finding one's place in the world 10. Humor, heartwarming moments, and feel-good stories

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