Series: The Amish of Southern Maryland #3
Author: Susan Lantz Simpson
Publisher: Kensington Books
Genre: Amish, Christian Fiction, Contemporary
Source: Library
My Review:
While The Reconciliation is the third book in the series, it can easily be read as a standalone novel. I have read the sixth book and now this one, and I do not feel like I have missed anything.
Quick random review:
- plot driven
- synopsis gives major highlights
- quick read
- MC feels unworthy of love
- predictable
- sweet
Overall, a nice story to lose yourself in for a few hours.
★★★/5
Synopsis (Goodreads):
Winter in Southern Maryland's Amish country brings brisk winds,
crisp snow, and evenings spent nestled by a warm fireside. For one
prodigal daughter, it may also bring a new beginning . . .
On her baptismal day, Rebecca Zook ran from the
church, leaving her stunned Amish community behind. She only wanted to
see something of Gott's vast world, but city life didn't turn out
as planned. Tricked into a sham marriage, Becky has come home humbled,
wiser . . . and pregnant. Her mamm and daed are welcoming,
and helping an overburdened young widow gives Becky a new sense of
purpose. But after creating such scandal, Becky feels unworthy of a
loving husband--let alone a wunderbaar man like Atlee Stauffer.
Atlee
knows Becky's situation--and understands why his mother advises him to
be careful. Still, this once flighty, flirty girl has become a
thoughtful, kind young woman. He's drawn to Becky like a magnet to a
nail. One day, he hopes to build a family with her. But first, he must
convince her wary, troubled heart to accept forgiveness and love . . .
Good to know the books in this series can be read as standalones. I always find it hard to jump into a new series like this if I have to start with the first book.
ReplyDeleteLark, same! I also hate jumping into a series realizing I have missed key details because I hadn't realized the book was a series.
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