More Books to Enjoy

There are many that have different kinds of hobbies, such as, sewing, doing puzzles, making model airplanes or cars.  But, than there are those who love to read.  That is me, I am an avid reader.  Once I get a hold of a book and it captures me from the beginning, I cannot put it down.  I created this blog to share with others what I like to read.  In hopes that I can influence those that do not read, to at least give it a chance and pickup a book.  My greatest hope is that you will find a book on this blog that you will enjoy reading. 

 "A book is like a garden carried in the pocket'   

~ Chinese proverb ~

More reading:  The Author is Beth Wiseman, she has written the "A Daughters of the Promise" novels.  Enjoy "Plain Perfect" and "Plain Pursuit."  There are two more novels in the series, "Plain Promise" and "Plain Paradise."  I have not read these two, but will shortly get to them, and will post my thoughts on my blog once I have read them.

On the rolling plains of Lancaster County, PA., Lillian Miller is searching for her grandparents house....and so much more.  After years of neglect and abuse, she is turning to a lifestyle of simplicity among the Amish to find herself.

Carley Marek experiences culture shock when she visits her friend Lillian's family on their farm deep in Amish country.  She'll get an article out of the visit---and maybe some of Lillian's newfound peace will somehow rub off on her.

I can't say enough about these two novels that were written by Author Beth Wiseman.  I was truly touched, and at times brought to tears of the struggles each one endure in the story of "Plain Perfect" and "Plain Pursuit."  I look forward in reading more novels from Beth Wiseman.  I recommend that you pickup these books and read them for yourself.  I guarantee you will be touched. 

This has been a great relaxing weekend!  I started on Friday, reading "A Cousin's Promise" by Wanda Brunstetter.  The story line was so capturing that I could not put the book down, I finished it in one day.  So, as I woke up early Saturday Morning, I decided to start on the second novel of the series called, "A Cousin's Prayer", and concluded with "A Cousin's Challenge".  In a matter, of 1 1/2 days, I was able to finish 3 books.  I enjoy days like these that I do not have anything pending, and I can just pick up a book.  Lazy days are the best to have.  I recommend these books by Wanda Brunstetter, she is an excellent writer, and an awesome storyteller.  Enjoy reading!

A group of eight cousins and friends leave their Indiana Amish community for a weekend getaway, a horrific accident brings them home forever change.

A year after her boyfriend was killed, a traumatized Katie Miller returns to her Amish community in Indiana, struggling with depression and panic attacks.  Will she ever find the courage to face her inner demons?

After a serious van accident leaves Amish schoolteacher Jolene Yoder profoundly deaf, she leaves home to learn how to read lips and communicate with sign language.  But two years later, a family with children who have been deaf since birth moves to Jolene's hometown, and she is asked to return as their teacher.  What drastic measures will God take to break the barriers?

I hope you will pickup these novels and enjoy them as much as I have.  Let us see what I will read next and share with everyone.

More Reading

"Hannah's Dream" is set an Northern Indiana, a young Amishwoman by the name of Hannah dares to dream. With choices she has made along the way in her life. She has agonized over her mistakes, and the burden of guilt. Will Hannah ever find her dream? A story filled of faith, dreams, and love. How she overcame many obstacles and disappointment to discover happiness.

"Menu For Romance" a story by Kaye Dacus, she is a great author, and funny to boot!  This story is about a Chef and a Party Planner.  Each seek the kind of love that requires no reservation.  I am a romantic, so I really liked reading this book.  The desperation of the Party planner to find a mate.  The Chef, who has sworn off relationships.  A wonderful entertaining story!

"Black Hills Blessing" three stories written by Mary Connealy, I have to say she is a wonderful, funny, entertaining author.  This books has three different stories depict in South Dakota.  Three young women facing challenges in life.  Buffy Lange, has finally realized her dream of managing a huge buffalo ranch.  Emily Johannson, faces the ultimate love-thy-neighbor concept.  Jeanie Davidson, starts getting her life together, her ex-husband shows up.  I truly enjoyed each of these stories, which took me one day to read.  I encourage you to pickup these stories by Mary Connealy, or her other books she has written.  You will not be disappointed. :D

Changes

This last month has been a month of changes. I switched positions at my current job going from a Receptionist to an Intermediate Clerk. I went from full time to part time. It has been an adjustment from having no time to now having o much time on my hands, but I look at it as it will last only for a while. My kids will eventually find things for me to do. While I find projects to occupy myself. What I like most is that I have found more time to read. Here are just several of the books I have read:

"The Secret" is a story written by Beverly Lewis. Book one of a three series book. Secrets abound in this Amish home of Grace Byler, her mother weeps and wanders the night. Her father refuses to admit something is wrong. In one instant, everything changes. Read this story, it will captivate you and draw you to share the journey that Grace Byler searches to find what secrets lie deep abound in her home.

"The Missing" is the sequel to "The Secret," Grace Byler's mother has gone missing. Meanwhile, a young Amishman has thoughts of courting Grace, while Grace main focus is to remain single and has the determination to find her mother. Continue to read this extraordinary story of a young amishwoman who is determine to find her mother.

"The Telling" is the last book in this story of Grace Byler's family secrets. Read along to the end to see how the puzzle fits in these remarkable stories written by Beverly Lewis.