B is for Bonnet

Title: B is for Bonnet

Series: Amish ABCs 

Author: Shelley Shepard Gray

Publisher: Kensington Publishers

Genre: Christian Fiction, Amish, Contemporary Romance

Source: Author Provided

My Review:

I was thrilled that I didn't have to wait long after reading A is for Amish before starting B is for Bonnet. I highly recommend reading the series in order to avoid spoilers.

I am going to dive in by saying I was slightly disappointed that we did not get more of Martin's story in this book. I know the series is not over, but after the last book's ending, I wanted more of his story, LOL! He is in this story, so we learn a bit more, but this story focuses more on Jonny. I was also surprised that it also focused on his dad, Matt.

I liked Jonny and enjoyed getting his story. While he and Treva had an instant attraction, the story was not insta-love, which I appreciate. Their relationship grew throughout the book, and they were so sweet together. 

I did not want to like Matt. With this being the second story, it's been pretty clear as to the kids' relationship with their parents. I did not respect him or the decisions that he made. However, he has a true desire to reconcile with his children and regrets his actions. He was a likable character, and I adored Kennedy as well. It did seem as if their relationship evolved fast or had missing pieces. 

Overall, I enjoyed the story and the characters. I am sad the book is over and we have to wait so long for Beth's story in C is for Courting, especially with the bomb she dropped on her siblings at the end of the book! I don't know how many books will be in the series, but I am here for them all.

Thank you to the author for the opportunity to read this book. I was not required to provide a positive review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

★★★★/5

Synopsis (Amazon):  

The second in this delightfully moving new series from beloved, New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray continues the story of four English-raised siblings who return to their grandparents' Ohio community planning to become Amish. But one by one, they will soon learn more about living—and love—than they'd ever imagined . . 

Exploring the relationship between Amish and English cultures through the lens of a single family, the Amish ABCs series is perfect for fans of Beverly Lewis, Amy Clipston, and Charlotte Hubbard—and anyone who enjoys uplifting stories about faith, family, love, and the simple life.

Raised by their divorced, lapsed-Amish father and English mother, siblings Jonny, Martin, Kelsey, and Beth can't wait to reinvent their lives. The four don't have much in common, but they long for the stable sense of family they felt when visiting their Old Order grandparents, Josiah and Sylvia Schrock, in peaceful Holmes County, Ohio. And the Schrocks couldn't be more surprised when the grandkids want to try living with them—and joining their faith  . . .

When Jonny hears startling news about his health, he knows it's past time to change his life. Quitting college, he unexpectedly finds the fulfilling job of his dreams. And he's instantly smitten with cafe owner Treva Hershberger, whose baked goods are as warm and delicious as her lively personality. But no matter how hard Jonny tries, he can't seem to get past her secret sadness and distrust. Can he prove that his feelings for her are for real—and forever—in time?

A bad breakup left Treva heartbroken—and resolved to be independent without relying on anyone ever again. Exhausted from pouring everything she's got into her cafe, she’s stunned by Jonny’s easygoing ways—and drawn to his optimistic nature. But when she thinks his real interest is in becoming Amish, she's even more determined to stay focused—and keep her heart safe . . .

Soon, deep secrets and hidden family truths will test Jonny and Treva in unexpected ways. And with help from his warm-hearted grandparents, he and Treva might gain the happiness they secretly long for—with each other.

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