"The Hope Jar" Book Review
A Brand-New 3-Book Series from New York Times Bestselling Author Wanda E. Brunstetter.
What happens when making an elderly Amish couple very happy means going along with a lie that gets bigger by the day?
Michelle Taylor is not who her new family in Lancaster County believes her to be. The Lapps were looking for their long-lost granddaughter when they met Michelle and she assumed the identity of Sara Murray. Once homeless and hopeless, Michelle has come to love her new Amish friends and even considers the idea of romance among them.
Finding an old blue jar in the barn that is filled with slips of paper containing thoughts, quotes, and prayers by an unknown author becomes a boost to Michelle’s budding faith— but also convicting. How can she tell the truth without hurting the ones she has truly come to love?
The Hope Jar
(The Prayer Jars #1)
by Wanda Brunstetter
My Review: I've always wondered what it might be like as an "Englisher" to live with the Amish and this book gave me a glimpse into the possibility. I'm not sure that I could make it very long without some of the modern conveniences we all take for granted though. I'll be honest in saying that I enjoy going a week or so without my technology gadgets but an entire summer??? That's what Michelle does as she pretends to be the Lapp's granddaughter. Things in the "real world" weren't going well for Michelle, so becoming "Sara" seemed the answer to her problems. There were so many lies to tell to maintain the ruse and that had to become exhausting for her.
This is a fascinating story and one that I really enjoyed. The story ended abruptly for me....leaving me hanging until book two, but that means I'll have to wait patiently....if patience is possible for a real fan of Wanda Brunstetter. ???
I highly recommend this book to lovers of Amish fiction, romance, and Christian fiction. I am giving this book a rating of 5 stars.
I received a copy of this book from netgalley and Shiloh Run Press in exchange for my honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
About the Author:
Wanda Brunstetter is an award-winning romance novelist who has led millions of readers to lose their heart in the Amish life. She is the author of almost 90 books with more than 10 million copies sold. Many of her books have landed on the top bestseller lists, including the New York Times, USA Today, Publisher's Weekly, CBA, ECPA, and CBD. Wanda is considered one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre, and her work has been covered by national publications, including Time Magazine and USA Today.
Wanda's fascination with the Amish culture developed when she met her husband, Richard, who grew up in a Mennonite church, and whose family has a Pennsylvania Dutch heritage. Meeting her new Mennonite sister-in-laws caused Wanda to yearn for the simpler life. In their travels, she and her husband have become close friends with many Amish people across America. Wanda's desire to explore their culture increased when she discovered that her great-great grandparents were part of the Anabaptist faith.
All of Wanda's novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Many of her books are well-read and trusted by the Amish, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the people and their customs.
Wanda's primary attraction to the Amish is their desire to live a devout Christian life that strives to honor God, work hard, and maintain close family ties. Whenever she visits her Amish friends, Wanda finds herself drawn to their peaceful lifestyle, sincerity, and close family ties, which is in stark contrast to the chaos and busyness that plagues so many modern "Englishers." Time and time again, Wanda loses her heart in the Amish life, and she hopes her readers will, too. For more information, visit: www.WandaBrunstetter.com
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What happens when making an elderly Amish couple very happy means going along with a lie that gets bigger by the day?
Michelle Taylor is not who her new family in Lancaster County believes her to be. The Lapps were looking for their long-lost granddaughter when they met Michelle and she assumed the identity of Sara Murray. Once homeless and hopeless, Michelle has come to love her new Amish friends and even considers the idea of romance among them.
Finding an old blue jar in the barn that is filled with slips of paper containing thoughts, quotes, and prayers by an unknown author becomes a boost to Michelle’s budding faith— but also convicting. How can she tell the truth without hurting the ones she has truly come to love?
The Hope Jar
(The Prayer Jars #1)
by Wanda Brunstetter
My Review: I've always wondered what it might be like as an "Englisher" to live with the Amish and this book gave me a glimpse into the possibility. I'm not sure that I could make it very long without some of the modern conveniences we all take for granted though. I'll be honest in saying that I enjoy going a week or so without my technology gadgets but an entire summer??? That's what Michelle does as she pretends to be the Lapp's granddaughter. Things in the "real world" weren't going well for Michelle, so becoming "Sara" seemed the answer to her problems. There were so many lies to tell to maintain the ruse and that had to become exhausting for her.
This is a fascinating story and one that I really enjoyed. The story ended abruptly for me....leaving me hanging until book two, but that means I'll have to wait patiently....if patience is possible for a real fan of Wanda Brunstetter. ???
I highly recommend this book to lovers of Amish fiction, romance, and Christian fiction. I am giving this book a rating of 5 stars.
I received a copy of this book from netgalley and Shiloh Run Press in exchange for my honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
About the Author:
Wanda Brunstetter is an award-winning romance novelist who has led millions of readers to lose their heart in the Amish life. She is the author of almost 90 books with more than 10 million copies sold. Many of her books have landed on the top bestseller lists, including the New York Times, USA Today, Publisher's Weekly, CBA, ECPA, and CBD. Wanda is considered one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre, and her work has been covered by national publications, including Time Magazine and USA Today.
Wanda's fascination with the Amish culture developed when she met her husband, Richard, who grew up in a Mennonite church, and whose family has a Pennsylvania Dutch heritage. Meeting her new Mennonite sister-in-laws caused Wanda to yearn for the simpler life. In their travels, she and her husband have become close friends with many Amish people across America. Wanda's desire to explore their culture increased when she discovered that her great-great grandparents were part of the Anabaptist faith.
All of Wanda's novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Many of her books are well-read and trusted by the Amish, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the people and their customs.
Wanda's primary attraction to the Amish is their desire to live a devout Christian life that strives to honor God, work hard, and maintain close family ties. Whenever she visits her Amish friends, Wanda finds herself drawn to their peaceful lifestyle, sincerity, and close family ties, which is in stark contrast to the chaos and busyness that plagues so many modern "Englishers." Time and time again, Wanda loses her heart in the Amish life, and she hopes her readers will, too. For more information, visit: www.WandaBrunstetter.com
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