An Amish Year by Beth Wisebook (Amish Fiction)

You can't go wrong with reading a Beth Wiseman book.

Since it is broken down in 4 different stories, it is better for you to see what the Author's book gives: << Spend a year in Amish country with four sweet romances. Rooted in Love (previously published in An Amish Garden) Rosemary Lantz is doing her best to run her family’s household. She excels at all her tasks except one: gardening. Saul Petersheim has pursued Rosemary for years, but Rosemary keeps turning him down. What Saul doesn’t know is that she has good reason—something no one can know—especially not him. A Love for Irma Rose The year is 1957, and young Irma Rose has a choice to make. Date the man who is “right” for her? Or give Jonas a chance, the wild and reckless suitor who refuses to take no for an answer? Irma Rose steps onto the path she believes God has planned for her, but when she loses her footing, she is forced to rethink her choice. Patchwork Perfect Eli Byler has been a widower for two years when he chooses to make a fresh start in Paradise, Pennsylvania. As Eli juggles the admiration of two women, he meets Miriam Fisher—the most unconventional Amish woman he’s ever met. She doesn’t fit the mold for what Eli is looking for, but it isn’t long before Eli realizes that Miriam is everything he wants. But Miriam has no plans to get married—ever. Will Eli be able to change her mind? When Christmas Comes Again (previously published in An Amish Second Christmas) Katherine knows the first Christmas without Elias will be hard for her and the children. But when a mysterious Englischer appears with photographs of her late husband, Katherine begins to wonder what other blessings Christmas could have in store.>>

I had already read the 4th story coming into this book, but you can always be refreshed by reading Beth Wiseman. She places you in the story and uses the scriptures and the storyline to inspire you in your daily life. I would recommend this book to anyone that loves reading and being inspired. Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookLook Bloggers book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

Win or Lose, I Love You! By Lysa TerKeurst

This is an adorable children's book. It is more wordy than her last book, but it is a cute book that teaches children that they can't always win. It is a fun story of field day activities and how some of the people are too prideful when they win, or they pitch fits when they lose. It reminds the children that they are loved no matter what - Win or Lose! That even if they lose they can make others feel special and step into help others. This would be a great book for any child's reading library. It is a hardback book that is oversized square. It has a dust cover which isn't needed and won't last with my children. Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookLook Bloggers book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

Amish Christmas at North Star

Four Stories of Love and Family
by Cindy Woodsmall, Mindy Starns Clark and Emily Clark, Amanda Flower, and Katie Ganshert

What’s not to love – Amish and Christmas!
I love the Christmas books where they take one story and break it down into 4 stories. I have read Cindy Woodsmall before and was ok with learning of new Amish authors. It begins on a very snowy night where a midwife delivers 4 babies in one night. Then the 4 stories take you into where the 4 children are today. I really liked the story of Guiding Star by Katie Ganshert. It was about one of the babies being left with English people and the mom leaving into the night. Each story is different in its own way. The 2nd story is a mystery and solving a murder. The 3rd is about love and family. The 4th is about coming home for Christmas. If you love reading about Amish, you will love these stories! "I received this book for free from Blogging for Books for this Honest review."

Goodnight, Manger

By Laura Sassi My toddler loved the Goodnight Ark book. So when I saw this, I had to jump and get it. She loves it! My 6 year old does also. They love the baby, all the animals coming to say hey to baby Jesus, and how the Momma is trying to hush them all so baby Jesus could sleep. The only thing that confused the kids were the angels looked like they were in colorful PJ’s but I just said they were trying to get baby Jesus to sleep! This is definitely one kids would love. It is a lighthearted look at Baby Jesus’ first night in the manager. It has a colorful bookcover sleeve, but it isn’t needed and most likely won’t stay with my book for long. Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookLook Bloggers book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

Dark Halo (Angel Eyes Series) by Shannon Dittemore

Ephesians 6:12
For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.
I read Angel Eyes what seems years ago. I picked up book 3 as soon as I saw it. Shannon Dittemore opens your eyes to the heavenly realm in all her books. This one touched me in many ways. I didn’t read book 2, yet I was able to follow with the help of the reminder section in the front. These books are lead by the main 2 characters that are in love with each other. The boy was raised by an angel for a few years, then when he meets Brielle, she is given Angel Eyes – the ability to see into the celestial world. This is the final book of the series, all the mysteries given in the books before are show, the main fight against Satan and their town is fought.
In this story, Brielle sees the heavenly realm. Fear is described as a thick sticky stubstance seen dripping from those that it takes over. In the battle they fight facing fear and giving it over to the Providence – God’s Will. I thought this was a great eye opener on how things we think about – fear – it given a heavenly outlook. No telling how our other faults really look to the heavenly realm. They talk about how fear puts you in the devil’s control. I bet worry does too.
When they have to lose the devil’s grip on them… they describe how it is painful, but as soon as the pain ends – the healing begins..
WORSHIP _ I love how this story describes worship. It is a fragrance, it is seen in ribbons of color. It is awesome to think that our worship will show in the heavenly realm.
2 Corinthians 2:15
Our lives are a Christ-like fragrance rising up to God. But this fragrance is perceived differently by those who are being saved and by those who are perishing.
Prince of Darkness _ They way the devil goes from human form to his other form is very detailed. He will make himself look charming, he can be seen the evil that he is, but in the end he shows that he was created by God. Everything God creates is beautiful. The devil is a fallen creature of God. If he would tempt Jesus, when he tempts us he will try to show us things that he could give us, show us things that could happen, but in the end God Wins. The devil is the Liar that he is! He will do what he needs to do to trick us, offer us comfort in false ways, we must stand against these by having complete trust in what God is doing in our lives.
Prayers _ something given in this story is Brielle’s mom… She worshipped and prayed regularly for her husband and daughter. She prayed they would worship and see the heavenly. This struck home with my bible study on how our prayers can change the legacy for our children and grandchildren and beyond.

I would recommend this book. It does deal with child trafficking so I would be prepared before you pick up this series. It is truly an inspiring book that brings your mind into thinking of not just of life on this Earth. May we all start to look beyond our day to day.

Ties That Bind (Amish Fiction) Book 1

By Cindy Woodsmall
This story leaves you with a lot of questions while you read it.. Even half way through the book you are constantly turning pages to try to unravel all the mysteries. Then at the end you see where secrets can get you, learn about forgiveness, and how God lays out our plans in our lives. We must trust, forgive, and follow the path God has for you. This is a great book to being this series. You are left with a story line that you want to finish, which will lead you waiting for the 2nd book to come out to see the results. I would recommend this book, but I prefer to read books once I have a few of them in a series to read so I don't have to wait to see the end result. I received this book for free from Blogging for Books for this Honest review

A Reluctant Bride (Amish Fiction)

Kathleen Fuller did a great job on this book. It hit many different areas of abuse, loss of family, trust, and a lot to do with keeping secrets. Keeping secrets can cause a lot of hurt, but over time if a person faces things and opens up, they can allow themselves to heal. I enjoyed the Sadie and Aden story line. Their story kept me on the edge of my seat. The main story line of Aden and his brother Sol kept you wanting to keep turning pages to see how it ended. I love how she tied the end together. The 2nd book in this series comes out in March. I can’t wait to read to see how these family continue on their journey; however, you don’t have to read book 2 to complete the main story. The back of the book has discussion questions if you wanted this for a book club. If you love Amish fiction, you will love this book!! Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookLook Bloggers book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255