The Crow's Call by Wanda E Brunstetter

Here is the book summary:

Mysterious Events Plague a Greenhouse in Pennsylvania’s Amish Country
 
When Vernon King, his son, and son-in-law are involved in a terrible accident, three women are left to cope with their deaths, as they become the sole providers of the family they have left. The women’s only income must come from the family greenhouse, but someone seems to be trying to force them out of business.
 
Amy King has just lost her father and brother, and her mother needs her to help run the family’s greenhouse. It doesn’t seem fair to ask her to leave a job she loves, when there is still a sister and brother to help. But Sylvia is also grieving for her husband while left to raise three children, and Henry, just out of school, is saddled with all the jobs his father and older brother used to do. As Amy assumes her new role, she also asks Jared Riehl to put their courtship on hold. When things become even more stressful at the greenhouse, will Amy crumble under the pressure?

And now, my review:

In The Crow’s Call by Wanda E Brunstetter we see a story unfold of pain from the loss of a dad and his son in a buggy accident.  The ongoing life without them in the picture made decisions quite hard at times.  Along with all the decisions there comes some problems that they must figure out how they are going to face.  If you enjoy Amish stories that are clean and enjoyable, you’ll like this one.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.

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Amish Front Porch Stories by Wanda, Jean, and Richelle Brunstetter

Here is the book summary:

Come and sit awhile as you enjoy 18 fictional short stories of love, joy, and the peace found in Amish country.

Amish Country is known for an atmosphere of peace and quiet, perfect for front-porch sitting with a good book. Join New York Times bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter, her daughter-in-law, and granddaughter, as they share 18 heartwarming stories from Amish Country. These fictional short stories include journeys we can all relate to as we seek how to live led by love, joy, peace, patience, and other Fruits of the Spirit. Meet Anna, who struggles to show love to a cantankerous neighbor; Laura, who endures infertility; Nora, whose pride threatens to consume her life; and other women who walk in their faith each day.

And now, my review:

I really enjoyed reading Amish Front Porch Stories by all the Brunstetters because each story has challenges to the reader.  The book is broken up into the Fruits of the Spirit and you get a couple stories for each one.  From the get-go with Love – Simple Actions, I was challenged by the significance of simple actions.  The ministering that happens to others and in a person’s soul.  Another one I really liked was Gentleness – A Change Of Heart.  I enjoyed reading how powerful it is when attitudes surrender and perspectives change.  With 18 great glimpses, you’re sure to find some simple yet powerful encouragement.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.

https://www.amazon.com/Amish-Front-Porch-Stories-Simple-ebook/dp/B07QHG3PGV/ref=sr_1_2?crid=YLWCS39PKQG3&keywords=amish+front+porch+stories&qid=1574518356&sprefix=Amish+Front+Por%2Caps%2C176&sr=8-2

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Amish Cooking Class Cookbook by Wanda Brunstetter

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Amish Cooking Basic Enough for Beginners
 
Fans of New York Times bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter’s Amish romance novels are invited to go back to cooking basics with characters from the bestselling Amish Cooking Class series. Heidi Troyer, her students, and other contributors share over 200 practical recipes for use in any kitchen, along with tips to keep things running smoothly. From learning how to boil eggs and knead biscuits to building a German Pizza and an Amish Haystack feast, The Amish Cooking Class Cookbook includes something beneficial for every age and skill set. Divided into traditional cookbook categories, there is a recipe everyone will find to love.

And now, my review:

Aside from just being the extended preview, I enjoyed paging through this one.  The helpful hints at the front were very helpful.  For example, when peeling potatoes, cover them in cold water so they don’t turn dark…  Thumbs up!  And you can have them sit like this overnight in the fridge and use them the next day.  There’s also a helpful hint on the fastest way to peel potatoes.     This is so nice to know while we are coming into Thanksgiving and Christmas Season.  I’m also looking forward to trying the book's recipe on Eggnog for our tree trimming day coming up soon.  Check this one out for delicious Amish cooking.

I received a partial digital copy of this in exchange for my honest review.

https://www.amazon.com/Amish-Cooking-Class-Cookbook-Practical/dp/1683224663/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1538321266&sr=8-1&keywords=amish+cooking+class+cookbook+by+wanda+brunstetter

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Amish Cooking Class The Celebration by Wanda Brunstetter

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Return to Holmes County, Ohio, for Amish style cooking class.

Lyle and Heidi Troyer have taken in a brother and sister, who were orphaned when their parents were killed in a car accident. Hoping to help the children adapt and make friends, Heidi decides to hold a series of cooking classes for kids. But kids are always accompanied by an adult—and that is where the trouble arises.
 
Miranda Cooper is living the life of a single mom to her two kids while separated from her husband, but Trent is trying to worm his way back into her heart.
 
Denise McGuire’s life as a wife, mom, and real estate broker is full and spilling over.
 
Darren Keller, single dad and firefighter, and Ellen Blackburn, single mom and nurse, find a few things in common.
 
Will hearts be healed over plates of Amish food?

And now, my review:

I have read all of the books in this series and they are all based on an Amish Woman who offers to teach a cooking class in her home for anyone that is interested and they don’t have to be Amish to sign up and attend.  My girls and I enjoyed this book together.  It is a simple story. There were many outside stories but they were brought together by one main theme. Many testimonies of faith in Jesus were present. A great example of how they all helped each other through their ups and downs and in their journey to become more like Christ. 

I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. 

https://www.amazon.com/Amish-Cooking-Class-Wanda-Brunstetter-ebook/dp/B074TWDF8D/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1535644344&sr=8-1&keywords=the+celebration

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The Beloved Christmas Quilt By Wanda Brunstetter

Here is the book summary:

One Quilt Binds Three Generations of Amish Women
Enjoy the gift of a brand new romance from New York Times bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter, along with stories by her daughter-in-law, Jean and granddaughter, Richelle.

For thou art my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name's sake lead me, and guide me. Psalm 31:3
The scripture embroidered on the back of a beloved quilt brings hope to three generations of Pennsylvania Amish women at Christmastime.
 
Luella’s Promise
By Wanda E. Brunstetter
Luella Ebersol has been caregiver for a dying woman and her young son. When Dena Lapp gives Luella her favorite quilt, she makes Luella promise to pass it down to her daughter. But Luella isn’t sure she will ever marry if she can’t find someone with maturity and faith like Dena’s husband Atlee Zook.
 
Karen’s Gift
By Jean Brunstetter
Karen Allgyer and her husband moved to a slow-paced village to raise their children, but Karen longs for the closeness of family to help her through the challenges of managing three girls with one on the way. When life’s pressures rise, will Karen cave to her fears?
 
Roseanna’s Groom
By Richelle Lynn Brunstetter
When the unexpected happens on the day of her wedding, Roseanna Allgyer can’t help blaming herself, despite not understanding why. Then an old friend returns to town, and she battles feeling for him—afraid of being hurt again.
  

And now, my review:

The Beloved Christmas Quilt by Wanda Brunstetter is a wonderful Christmas book that includes 3 stories.  It is a series of stories that follow a special quilt that is being handed down from generation to generation.  In keeping with a traditional Brunstetter book, all of them have a sweet element of Amish romance.  In them, I saw a picture of new love, giving not selfishly but with others in mind, and sometimes what you think is the answer is not the answer at all. 

I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

https://www.amazon.com/Beloved-Christmas-Quilt-Stories-Romance-ebook/dp/B071RNRYC4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1519476553&sr=8-1&keywords=the+beloved+christmas+quilt+by+wanda+brunstetter

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Amish Cooking Class - The Blessing by Wandy E. Brunstetter

Here is the book summary:

Six new cooking class students.  New friendships form, a romance blossoms, and hearts receive healing nourishment. Will Heidi’s own hurting heart also be healed?

Despite stressful changes occurring in their lives, Lyle and Heidi once again open their Ohio home up to those seeking to learn about Amish cooking. This time a teenager helping her divorced dad cook for the family, a caterer needing new recipes, a food critic, a hunter looking to impress his buddies, a wife given the class as an unwanted gift, and a mailman lured in by the aroma of good cooking gather around Heidi’s table.

During each class, Heidi teaches culinary skills, but it is her words of wisdom that have a profound effect on her students—though, this time Heidi’s own hurting heart will need some healing nourishment.

This is the second book in The Amish Cooking Class series.
Book #1:  The Amish Cooking Class - The Seekers

And now, my review:

This is book 2 in another great series by Wanda E Brunstetter.  She has a way of painting quite a written picture and is one of my favorite Amish authors.  This book is primarily about another cooking class that Heidi has decided to hold at her home.  Teaching people recipes of things she likes to make herself is a passion for her.  The people who sign up for her class, all varying in age, are the people we follow throughout the book and each person has a life story being unfolded.  I love reading through and following each person’s story and how their lives have been and are being worked out and intertwined.  There are many twists and turns and it keeps you reading.  You’ll want to pick this one up.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.

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The Farmers' Market Mishap by Wanda and Jean Brunstetter

Here is the book summary:

New York Times Bestselling Author Wanda E. Brunstetter and Daughter-in-Law, Jean, Weave a Lighthearted Romance from Indiana’s Amish Country

Living alone for the first time in her life is lonely for Elma Hochstetler, whose twin sister Thelma recently married. Though they share the running of a general store, more and more of Thelma’s time is taken up by her growing family. Elma has dated some, but she wonders if she is just too picky to find love.

Through a mishap at the farmers’ market, Elma meets Ben Wagler and instantly likes him. But there is a problem. He lives in Grabill—50 miles away! But Elma has tried long-distance dating before, and it won’t work for her.  Besides the store needs her. Her sister needs her. Elma feels love will forever remain beyond her grasp.

Elma has a habit of putting others before her own needs. Can she learn to take a risk at following the desires of her heart?

How did Thelma meet her husband?  Find out in The Lopsided Christmas Cake.

And now, my review:

Wanda is one of my favorite Christian Amish Authors.  This is a sequel to The Lopsided Christmas Cake which I personally haven’t read yet.  I really liked this book and it stood alone well.  It was really carefree and low stress, but has a great plot and story line.  I liked the thread that ran through it and developed along the way with a great conclusion at the end.  If you like Christian Amish reads, this is one you’ll want to check out for yourself.

I received a copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.

https://www.amazon.com/Farmers-Market-Mishap-Lopsided-Christmas-ebook/dp/B01MZG9UWW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496932327&sr=8-1&keywords=the+farmer%27s+market+mishap

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Amish Cooking Class - The Seekers by Wanda E. Brunstetter

Here’s the Book Summary:

Join a class of unlikely Ohioans who take cooking lessons at Lyle and Heidi Troyer’s Amish farm. A woman engaged to marry, an expectant mother estranged from her family, a widowed mom seeking to simplify, a Vietnam vet who camps on the Troyer’s farm, and an Amish widower make up the mismatched lot of students. But Heidi’s cooking lessons soon turn to life lessons as they each share the challenges they are facing. Is this what God had in mind when Heidi got the idea for cooking classes?
 

And now, my review:
A favorite author of mine, this book did not disappoint.  This book has a bunch stories going on at the same time and yet they all seem to tie together really well.  I love how she does that.  There is mystery, serious topics and yet still very light hearted at times.  There is love, loss and love again.  If you love a great Christian read with an Amish spin I encourage you to check this one out for yourself.

I received a copy of this book from Barbour Books in exchange for my honest review.

https://www.amazon.com/Amish-Cooking-Class-Wanda-Brunstetter-ebook/dp/B01LXFPSKZ/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1486434311&sr=1-1&keywords=the+seekers+by+wanda+brunstetter

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