When Worthington Began is historical fiction account of an 11 year old girl named Ella who moves from Boston, Massachusetts to Worthington, Ohio in 1804. Written in the form of letters from Ella herself, the book is a great story about the early days of Worthington, Ohio and the mystery’s of Ella’s life. Ella meets many fascinating people on her journey that change both Wo When Worthington Began is historical fiction account of an 11 year old girl named Ella who moves from Boston, Massachusetts to Worthington, Ohio in 1804. Written in the form of letters from Ella herself, the book is a great story about the early days of Worthington, Ohio and the mystery’s of Ella’s life. Ella meets many fascinating people on her journey that change both Worthington and Ella herself. When Worthington Began is a great book if you are looking for a quick read, that is full of historical information and is still fun to read.