Katie's Amish Journey Of Hope By Tracy Fredrychowski (The Amish Women of Lawrence County Book 8)

 

Katie's mother has passed away and her heart and soul are broken.  She no longer can function as she has in the past.  Her depression seems only to deepen as she draws further from family and friends.  Her husband needs her as do her little children.  As she experiences these feelings, loving friends help as best as they can.  

This was a very touching story.  As Katie and family work through the trials they are now facing, there is always a ray of light that comes from an unknown person.  I am sure many of us have had these feelings to work through or had family or friends with these experiences.  It is a book of love, faith, hope and patience as the troubles are worked through.  I recommend this sweet story to those who enjoy Amish books.  The author has done a great job of bringing the different topics in the book to good closure at the end of the book. I received an Arc copy of this book from the author.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Mail-Order Baroness by Misty M. Beller

This book was probably number 1 of my favorite books read in quite a while!  I loved the storyline, the drama and the challenges that James and Rose face to keep her safe from a very evil man.  It's such a well written book, that I read it so quickly to see what happens.  I loved this book so much that I can hardly wait for the next book in the series!  If you love adventure and historical romances, this book is definitely for you!  I highly recommend this book.

I received an ARC of this book from the author.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Jolene's June Prayer by Ashley Emma

I really, really enjoyed reading this book. It held my attention from the very start to the very end.  Jolene is heartbroken that she has no children and this is her biggest dream after two losses.  Her heart breaks seeing the joy others have with their children and when they cry and she finds herself holding and trying to comfort another's little one. As an unknown pregnant woman appears at her door, in need of help, she finds herself helping and becoming fond of her.  Till her trust is broken.  

This is a lovely story of healing, faith and forgiveness.  I recommend this book!  

I received an ARC copy of this book.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Plain Jane's Secret Admirer by Anne Blackburne (The Heart of the Amish Book 11)

This book was a sweet addition to the series and could be easily read as a stand-alone.  When Sam was a teen, he gave Jane a nickname, unknown to her.  The nickname spread and Jane was strapped with a nickname that she totally hated.  As the years passed she still had no idea where that name came from.  But the culprit felt full of guilt and was not able to apologize to her out of fear of how she would react.  Because now he was very attracted to her and was trying to win her heart.  It is a cute story that has a side plot revolving on a missing cat.  Sam is a rather shy guy, and despite his friends advice, he just doesn't seem to know how to admit his fault so that he can move past it.  

I enjoyed the story but it was a little slow moving at times.  Other than that, it was a nice and clean read. 

I received an ARC copy from Barbour Publishing.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.
 

Miriam's January Promise by Tracy Fredrychowski

This was a story that can make you think about how the relationships with family members can hurt or help. Miriam struggles with an eye problem that worries her mother but also stifles her at the same time.  Miriam gets to know MJ and the two of them become good friends, both needing to find their own path going forward. Miriam's mother wants to match her up with a much older man with the purpose of him taking care of her.  Evelyn is certain that no one of her age would want to marry her daughter, Miriam, because of the eye  problems yet to come.

This is a touching story.  It is so well written you won't want to stop reading until you find out what happens.  So good! And I recommend it to you! This is part of a new monthly series and I love it already!

I received an advanced copy of this book.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Tinsel, Trees and Treachery by Bruce Hammack (A Smiley and McBlythe Mystery)

Steve and Heather are at it again.  These stories are always fun to read.  As the duo plus dogs start their adventure to find out who is putting fear into the life of a friend of Steve's, they set out to Branson, MO.  I enjoyed being reminded of my visit there some years ago so that added more enjoyment for me as I followed the adventure.  Its a cozy mystery, which is a genre that is always a good match for me.  There are plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing.  I recommend this book!

The Midwife: Salem Village Book 2 by Pegg Thomas

Well my first thought is that this book is very powerful.  It is in no way "slow moving"  but really keeps you on your toes! The storyline is gripping and you will have a hard time putting this book down.  I have often heard of the Salem Witch Trials, but this book brought it out so that you could absolutely feel the fear these poor people had to deal with.  This was definitely a terrible time in history. The story takes us to the 1600's when life had a completely different type of living and that is also shared in this book.  The book is historically correct and full of adventure as the Midwife Hester, a Quaker, takes in a foundling infant.  She finds a friend and confidant in Hannah Buffum, Jr. and together they forge through the hard times to come.

I highly recommend this very good and well researched book.