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The Mystery of the Abandoned Amish Christmas Baby
Betty Bontrager - 2018
When Rachel’s father passed a few months ago she was certain her heart couldn’t ache more than it already did, until a tragedy took her mother, leaving Rachel with unplanned responsibility. Overcome with grief, inexperienced at taking care of a newborn baby, Rachel soon realizes she cannot cope and must make one of the most important decisions of her young life. The Beilers take in the newborn babe, knowing the mother must be someone in their community. Aaron watches as his mother seeks to find the baby’s mother while he does some investigation his own. He has always liked Rachel but the more he thinks about it the more it becomes clear that the baby that had been placed on their doorstep belongs to Rachel. Can Rachel stand by as the Beiler’s seek the truth about the baby’s mother? Will Aaron be able to confront Rachel without losing her affection? In this charming tale of heartache, grief and the love you can only feel for a baby, a Christmas miracle could happen in Lancaster County on Christmas day.
Unmarried: An Amish Romance (The Troyers of Lancaster County Book 1)
Julie Frankland - 2018
She's soon forced to leave her cozy life to take action and help her fellow merchants after a new development outside of Mount Akron begins.
Zeke is the owner of the hardware store next to Sarah’s bakery and he’s been in love with Sarah for as long as he’s known her. He’s been too shy to ask her out. Thrown together in a mutual task of saving their shops, the two get to know each other and what they are capable of. Even with Sarah’s father admonishing her about the lure of the English world, Sarah still knows that God has put this obstacle in her path for a reason.Though Sarah has some doubts that a man will want her as a wife, she still pursues the leadership role she feels God has destined for her. As Sarah blossoms, Zeke falls more in love with her and knows that he must state his intentions. He knows that not just any man will be good enough for Sarah. She needs a man who has the strong faith that he possesses to help her walk with God while doing his will.
But will he be able to find the courage to make that first move?
Sweet & Deadly Endings (Sweets Shop Cozy Mysteries Book 4)
Maisy Morgan - 2019
Her grandson Tripp is doing great in school. Her relationship with Officer Preston is blooming. And now, her daughter Lilly is visiting for a few months, while her boyfriend Matthew is filming for a starring role in a movie located close to her sweets shop! Unfortunately, soon after they arrive, an assistant turns up dead on the movie set. And it looks like Matthew is the main murder suspect. Not to mention, Tripp’s friend Hannah gets some really bad news that has them all worried. Maybe things aren’t going so good after all. Will Hannah end up being okay? And, will Mary and Officer Preston be able to clear Matthew of the murder charges? Or is Matthew truly guilty of the crime… AUTHOR’S NOTE: Thank you for your interest in my Sweets Shop Cozy Mysteries Series! If you like reading about murder mysteries, women who own sweets shops, family life and a little clean romance on the side, you’ll likely enjoy this series. So download and immerse yourself in this fun four-book series located in the small town of Brooks, Georgia…
Blackout Invasion: The Complete Series
Miles Rozak - 2020
Bred to be a super soldier.Born to defy an empire.What would happen if Star Wars, The Avengers and Aliens had a baby? Well, we’re about to find out, because Junior just broke out of his crib. And he’s heavily armed.When the terrorists who killed his mother return, nineteen-year-old Chandler wants to enlist to fight in the coming invasion. But in the neon city of Heim, nothing is what it seems. His loved ones are starting to vanish without any explanation, and until now, his physical stats have kept the military out of his reach.Until he encounters a stranger who tells him of genetic secrets from a clandestine government project. Secrets that, when unleashed, could transform Chandler into a Weapon unlike any his world has seen. Undergoing a shocking transformation, now he will stop at nothing to defend the human race in the apocalypse, even if that puts him in the crosshairs of an interstellar fleet. Even if it plunges his planet into galactic war.If you like the gritty combat of The Last Reaper, the fun-loving humor in Ruins of the Galaxy, and the coming of age in Star Wars, you won’t be able to stop reading this action-packed scifi adventure. Intended Audience: Teens and Adults. This collection includes the previously published novellas in the Blackout Renegade series: Invasion Protocol, The Fall of Heim, Abduction’s Children, and Worlds Unknown, plus a new fifth novella, Blackout Invasion, in one young hero’s journey. Reader ReviewsHere’s what readers are saying about the series: ★★★★★ “The story line will keep you hostage! I am halfway through this book and I feel like I’m watching an intense movie. I am blown away so far.”★★★★★ “Great read. Terrific character development. Excellent plot. Believable story. I am definitely looking forward to reading more books by this author."★★★★★ “Very suspenseful.”★★★★★ "A captivating fast paced version of the Hero's Journey in a Military Sci-Fi context. Well developed characters with an engaging prose style that isn't shy about examining current socio-political issues within a dystopian future framework. Think Gibson meets a slightly nicer John Ringo and you're close. Give it a whirl."★★★★★ “Great story. Lots of twists and turns, suspense, action and witty one liners.”★★★★★ “Love it!! A really good collection at an exceptional price. Believable characters, well thought-out plots, and hard to put down. My only complaint was that I have to wait for the next one to hit the shelves!! I am a big fan of Miles Rozak and this definitely is no exception.”★★★★★ “Keeps you guessing what’s going to happen next.”★★★★★ “Great story! As I progressed through the book, I became involved. In the end, I found myself creating time to finish it. Now I'm ready for the next book. Good job!”★★★★★ “Imaginative new thriller! This book sets the stage for a brand new sci-fi series that I am excited to see unfold. The characters were colorfully described - loved the robots! A futuristic city with shadowy dangers lurking at its border, and a young zealous protagonist jumping right into trouble.”★★★★★ “Good read. Great author.”★★★★★ "Blackout Invasion is an amalgamation of grin-inducing banter among the primary characters, well-choreographed action scenes, and a uniquely imaginative far-future perspective about what happened to Earth that is not only nostalgic, but leaves the reader feeling hopeful for humans, even against the monstrous threat they now face. A riveting read. I look forward to more books from this author!"★★★★★ ”You have to read it to experience all the fun.”
An Outsider Living With the Amish
Ashley Joy Lowell - 2011
Join bestselling author Ashley Emma as she travels to the Amish community of Unity, Maine and stays with three Amish families for a total of a week a half over the span of both books in this series. This unique journal's rare photos literally show you the places you are reading about--even what inside Amish homes look like. Come along on the fascinating journey as twenty-year-old Ashley learns everything she can about the Amish as she rides in buggies, shells buckets of peanuts, attends Amish church services, helps make 100 quarts of applesauce, learns Amish customs, and teaches in the schoolhouse. Most of all, she makes lasting friendships with the Amish which make the characters in her novels so realistic. What does a day in the life of an Amish person look like? If you've ever been curious about the Amish way of life, this book will not just tell you, it will show you what it means to be Amish. Join Ashley on this amazing Amish adventure and experience the Amish way of life for yourself! Note: Depending on what type of Kindle you have, the photos may be black and white instead of color. This book is intended for middle schoolers and high schoolers but may also be enjoyed by adults.
A Season for Change: Amish Romance (The Amish Bonnet Sisters Book 25)
Samantha Price - 2021
Amish Trust
Ruth Hartzler - 2020
When the two women move from Ohio to claim the house, planning to turn it into a B&B, they are shocked to see it is in desperate need of repair. To make matters worse, their nearest Amish neighbor, Isaac, is rude to them, yet Rachel is strangely drawn to him. Will Isaac be able to overcome his past and love again?How will Rachel and her mother turn a derelict house into a B&B, while keeping at bay treasure hunters, rival B&B owners, and Isaac’s attitude?
The Ragamuffins
Anna King - 2002
Agnes Handly cannot hide her hatred for Arthur’s young wife Ellen – a loathing fuelled by the feelings she has long held for the baker.Ellen meanwhile, is starting to have doubts about her relationship with Arthur. When her parents died in a house fire, it was Arthur, her father’s best friend, who took her in. Afraid of facing the world alone, she decided to marry him: a decision with consequences she is only just beginning to understand. And when her attraction to a man her own age intensifies, will she follow her heart, or be faithful in her duty?The Ragamuffins is packed with unforgettable characters and will delight readers of Annie Murray, Catherine Cookson and Rosie Goodwin.
An Amish Romance: Rebecca's Second Chance: A Yoder Family Series
Ellie Troyer - 2020
But the delivery man for the local grain store, Jimmy Knox, had caught her eye and eventually her heart. Following a fateful kiss with Jimmy, Rebecca’s family gives her an ultimatum -she can go with Jimmy and leave their community, or she can stay with her family and lose Jimmy. After days of agonizing, she chooses her faith, but by then, the local village basically shuns her. Rebecca’s parents decide it would be best if she moves in with her grandfather two towns away, to take care of him as his health declines. They feel that by removing her from their home, they will no longer face the condemnation of the community for her relationship with Jimmy, and maybe she can find a man who would forgive her past. Becca moves in with her grandfather, and toils day and night, taking care of his house, the cooking, many of the farm chores, and taking care of his health needs. Sad and lonely, still facing comments about Jimmy, Becca starts taking long walks by herself when her work is done. On one such walk, she meets Noah Flaud, and they begin to court. Rebecca struggles to put her shame behind her, and fully embrace the love and acceptance Noah is offering her.
Lily's Longing (Amish Bouquet Bakery Book 1)
Emma Cartwright - 2017
Her days and nights are filled with caring for both. Having lost their parents two years before, the girls work together to keep their legacy alive, and each one has a responsibility to fulfill. Lily loves baking delicious pastries, bread, cookies and pies for their community, but she feels that something is missing in her life. Although her time is taken up by her work and helping her older sister run their household, Lily’s heart longs for the kind of relationship her parents had, but no one in their small town of Greenwood, Kentucky has ever tried to win her heart. In her youth, her shyness prevented her from responding to any overtures, but now she is just too consumed with her duties to even try. Gabriel Albrect works for his father’s construction company and is a former charmer of women. However, after having his heart broken, he retreats from the social scene and throws himself into his work. He’s done with women now. But when his cousin comes to visit, he is reminded of his former self and knows that he has to take responsibility for his cousin’s actions. After all, he is the reason that Mark behaves this way. When Mark appears to be making advances toward Lily’s sisters, Gabriel steps forward to intervene. He cares deeply for the Springer sisters. Although he and Lily were once close friends, time and changes caused them to drift apart. While they are still friendly, the relationship is a shadow of what it once was. Gabriel feels helpless to change it, believing that Lily will never trust him again because of his past. Still, he wants to protect her sisters from the advances of his flirtatious cousin. As the anniversary of her parents’ death approaches, Lily feels vulnerable and calls out to the Lord for comfort. If she can’t have the desires of her heart, she asks that He take them from her. Little does she know that God has a plan for her that will go beyond all her hopes...
An Amish Reward
J.E.B. Spredemann - 2019
So when his father approaches him with the outlandish idea of finding him a wife, Isaac is naturally hesitant. But as his father explains his intentions and his well-thought-out plans, Isaac eventually yields to his father’s wishes. Will his agreement be his greatest blessing? Or will it be the worst decision of his life? Becky has always been a faithful Amish woman. With the years quickly passing, she worries that she won’t find a suitable mate and be destined to alt maedel-hood. But she doesn’t want to marry just anybody, she wants Der Herr’s will. She has almost given up hope until a stranger comes to town with an unusual proposition. Could his appearance be of Gott, like he claims? Or will Rebekah’s acceptance lead to her ultimate heartbreak? A sweet Christian romance about finding God’s will for your life. Amish fiction fans are sure to love this heart-warming story inspired by Isaac and Rebekah from the Bible.
Handspun Hearts
Rachel Bauer - 2013
Happy in her Amish family’s life, Stella hasn’t met anyone she’s romantically interested in since they moved to Ephrata over a year ago. She’s industrious, bright, and a devout Christian who dreams of a marriage as secure as her parents’. Everything is turned upside down, though, when Stella meets two men – one who may test her faith, and another who is everything she is supposed to be looking for. What will Stella decide? Will she stay true to her Amish roots, or will she venture out into the world? We she follow the path that God has planned for her? Curl up with the first book in a heartwarming new Amish series by bestselling Christian author, Rachel Bauer.Scroll Up and Click Buy Now to Start Reading Today!
Life After Leaving My Amish World (The My Amish World Series Book 2)
Eirene Eicher - 2020