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The Amish Journey Novels: Hearts in Harmony, Listening to Love, A Beautiful Arrangement (Amish Journey)
by Beth WisemanAll three novels from bestselling author Beth Wiseman's Amish Journey series together in one collection.Hearts in HarmonyMusical prodigy Levi Shetler hasn&’t touched a piano since he secretly played one many years ago. His strict Amish community forbids instruments or the singing of any music not in their approved songbook. One person knows Levi’s talents: Mary Hershberger, the girl who promised years ago to keep his secret. Mary comes from a more liberal district than Levi, and they realize that, despite their differences, they have a shared love of music—and a shared confusion about whether their talents are God-given gifts or temptations luring them into the Englisch world. Both Mary and Levi will need to reconcile what they love with what their hearts say is right. Listening to Love. Englischer Natalie Collins looks forward to Friday night suppers at Levi and Mary Shetler’s house every week: delicious food, wonderful conversation with her Amish friends, and, best of all, the presence of Levi’s older brother Lucas. Natalie and Lucas have become best friends despite their different backgrounds. They share a love of books, and he is teaching her about God in a way she can understand.But the closer they become, the more opinions everyone seems to have. Why can’t everyone understand that it’s possible to just be friends? When a terrifying accident happens, Natalie and Lucas are forced to confront their true feelings and decide if they can stay true to themselves and each other. A Beautiful ArrangementLydia still can’t believe that she is Mrs. Samuel Bontrager. Or that she is seventeen with a six-month-old daughter. As Baby Mattie grows fussier by the day, Lydia wonders how she will survive a lifetime of marriage to a man she doesn’t love—at least not in the way she wants. Samuel knows that he and Lydia did the right thing by marrying when Lydia became pregnant. He has even grown to love Lydia, though he never seems able to say the words out loud. What if she doesn’t love him back? Just as Samuel thinks Lydia might be softening to him, she gets involved in investigating the mysterious past of a local homeless woman—a curiosity that threatens to drive the couple further apart.
The Amish Letters Collection: Written in Love, The Promise of a Letter, Words from the Heart (An Amish Letters Novel)
by Kathleen FullerWritten in LoveWhen a postal error creates pen pals of two young Amish people, can they put behind their past mistakes to see the bright future God has written for them?The Promise of a LetterA letter brings him back to his Amish family. It will take someone truly extraordinary to make him stay.Words from the HeartIvy Yoder thought she had found the man she would marry, but she returns to her Amish community of Birch Creek with a broken heart. When a family friend asks for her help in cleaning out an attic, she's grateful for the chance to get her mind off the betrayal.
The Amish Marketplace Collection: The Bake Shop, The Farm Stand, The Coffee Corner, The Jam and Jelly Nook (An Amish Marketplace Novel)
by Amy ClipstonAll four novels from the beloved Amish Marketplace series are now available in one collection by bestselling author Amy Cliptson.The Bake ShopChristiana Kurtz loves to bake, but when her bake stand becomes too busy, her mother encourages her to move her business to the local market. Her new bake shop becomes so inundated with customers that the line blocks the leather and woodcraft shop next door, which is run by Jeffrey Stoltzfus. When Jeffrey complains that her stand is driving away business due to the lines, she complains to him that his personalization machine smells. Though their relationship starts off on bad footing, they eventually forge a friendship.When Jeffrey&’s shop catches fire one day, he puts the entire market in jeopardy—including Christiana&’s bake shop. Though the odds are against them, can two young people find a way to rebuild both their businesses and their relationship?The Farm StandSalina Petersheim runs her own booth at the Amish market, where she&’s known for having the freshest and most delicious produce in the area. She's has been dating Josiah for almost a year now, but he feels more like a friend than a boyfriend. He&’s handsome and easy to talk to, but he just doesn&’t warm her heart the way she feels a boyfriend and future husband should. Along comes William &“Will&” Zimmerman, a Mennonite chef who runs a restaurant located next door to the Amish market. He wants Salina to supply the produce for his restaurant, and as they forge a business relationship, they both feel themselves falling in love. Will they follow their hearts or bow to the pressure of family?The Coffee CornerAlongside her cousins who have booths of their own, Bethany Gingerich runs a busy and successful coffee and donut stand at the Amish market. Micah Zook and his grandfather, Enos, visit Bethany every Saturday morning to purchase coffee and donuts before work Bethany enjoys talking to Micah and Enos, and she&’s always thought Micah was handsome.When Bethany learns that tragedy has struck, she wonders how to help Micah. Turns out he needs a friend now more than ever, and Bethany may be just the kind of friend that God has provided for him.The Jam and Jelly NookSince her husband died seven years ago, Leanna Wengerd has done her best—tending to her son, Chester, and running her Jam and Jelly Nook at the Amish market. Though she enjoys seeing her cousins and customers at the marketplace, she wishes she could find more time with her rebellious teenage boy.When Chester gets into trouble for trespassing, he winds up at the police station with a girl named Maggie. Leanna goes to the police station to fetch Chester and happens to meet Emory, Maggie&’s father. Emory is also a widower, raising Maggie alone—and both he and Leanna have similar burdens and problems.Over time Emory and Leanna become closer friends, discovering how much they have in common. The two eventually realize they have feelings for each other—but when they try to date, their families resist. Will God pave a way for them to build a family together, or will hurdles block the path to a second chance at happiness?
The Amish Marriage Arrangement: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Amish Country Matches #3)
by Patricia JohnsForgiving past mistakes Could open up a whole new future… After leaving the community years ago, Amish bad boy Arden Stoltzfus is back to convince his grandfather to move to Ohio. But neighbor Sarai Peachy stands in his way—her grandmother is sweet on the older gentleman. When a sudden windstorm damages her grandmother&’s home, Sarai and Arden are forced to work together on the repairs. Will spending time with the former heartbreaker prove to her Arden is a changed man? From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Amish Country Matches Book 1: The Amish Matchmaking DilemmaBook 2: Their Amish SecretBook 3: The Amish Marriage ArrangementBook 4: An Amish Mother for His Child
The Amish Marriage Bargain
by Marie E. BastWill a baby girl bring them together at last?She’ll do anything for her niece…Even marry the man who broke her heart.Nothing can keep May Bender in her Amish hometown—except caring for her baby niece. But the bishop insists that May also marry her widowed brother-in-law, Thad Hochstedler—the beau who jilted her to wed her sister. Can May risk her heart long enough to learn the real reason for Thad’s first marriage…and possibly rediscover their love?
The Amish Marriage Bargain and Finding Her Amish Love
by Rebecca Kertz Marie E. BastRisking it all for a new life…The Amish Marriage Bargain by Marie E. BastNothing can keep May Bender in her Amish hometown—except caring for her baby niece. But the bishop insists that May also marry her widowed brother-in-law, Thad Hochstedler—the beau who jilted her to wed her sister. Can May risk her heart long enough to learn the real reason for Thad’s first marriage…and possibly rediscover their love?Finding Her Amish Love by Rebecca KertzSeeking refuge from her abusive foster father at an Amish farm, Emma Beiler can’t tell anyone that she’s former Amish whose family was shunned—not even kind but cautious harness maker Daniel Lapp, despite the way he pulls at her heart. The community would never let her stay. But as love blossoms between her and Daniel, can it survive their differences—and the truth?
The Amish Matchmaker (Paradise Valley #2)
by Amy LillardIn this uplifting new inspirational romance series, award-winning authorAmy Lillard unites a &“Widows&’ Club&” of women who share solace, friendship, faith—and mouthwatering Whoopie Pies—in the Amish community of Paradise Valley, Missouri. Will appeal to fans of Charlotte Hubbard, Molly Jebber, Susan Lantz Simpson, and Kelly Long. While most women her age are searching for husbands, Astrid Kauffman has chosen a different path--writing romance novels and donating her profits to her beloved Amish community. But when Astrid struggles with writer&’s block, she agrees to play matchmaker for Imogene Yoder, a widowed mother of rambunctious twin boys. Perhaps the diversion—and the entrée it gives Astrid to the stories among the Widows&’ Club—will spark her creativity . . . Fortunately, Astrid has just the match for Imogene: a widower she believes is the finest, most handsome man in town. In fact, Astrid realizes he&’s perfect . . . for herself! Soon, the plot thickens as Imogene questions what kind of marriage she really wants, and Astrid wonders what kind of matchmaker falls for someone else&’s match. But by letting faith guide the way, all involved may discover true love has written a far better next chapter than any of them expected . . .
The Amish Matchmaker's Choice: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Redemption's Amish Legacies #6)
by Patricia JohnsEven a matchmaker can&’t predict true love… She has to find him a bride unless she falls for him first… Widow Adel Draschel refuses to marry again, but that won&’t stop her from playing matchmaker for her old schoolmate Jake Knussli. After a decade with the English, Jake&’s six-month time limit to marry so he can inherit his uncle&’s farm is quickly running out. Finding him the perfect wife won&’t be easy…especially when Adel might just be his perfect match. From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope. Redemption's Amish Legacies Book 1: The Nanny's Amish FamilyBook 2: A Precious Christmas GiftBook 3: Wife on His DoorstepBook 4: Snowbound with the Amish BachelorBook 5: Blended Amish BlessingsBook 6: The Amish Matchmaker's Choice
The Amish Matchmakers
by Beth WisemanThis Amish matchmaker is an expert at finding love for others, but will she find it for herself?Widowed sisters Esther and Lizzie are the town innkeepers—and the town matchmakers. But when a new tenant moves into a guest cottage at their Peony Inn, the sisters are shocked to discover that maybe this time, one of them might finally find a match of her own. Retired dentist Dr. Benjamin Stoltzfus has signed a six-month lease at the cottage—and gentle Esther and spirited Lizzie are in a surprising competition for the kind doctor&’s affections. Dr. Stoltzfus doesn&’t appear to be Amish, but his last name and his mysterious background have the sisters guessing—and open to the possibility of finding love again.Things really heat up when Benjamin&’s granddaughter, Mindy, comes to visit. Escaping her big-city life in Texas, Mindy has moved to Amish country to be closer to her grandfather and to embrace the simpler life she has longed for. But she&’s unprepared for what happens when an attractive young Amish man, who spends time at the inn helping out the widows, runs his lawnmower right into her little red sports car. Sure, Gabriel is cute and funny and nice—but can a romance between an Englisch girl and an Amish boy end well?As Mindy and Gabriel find themselves thrown together time after time, they forge a friendship and start making matchmaking plans of their own. Which sister would be better for Mindy&’s grandfather—Esther or Lizzie? And as the two young people put their energy into playing Cupid, it looks like love and the life they&’ve both dreamed of might also be finding them.Charming Amish romance featuring a later-in-life love triangleStand-alone novel, but returning to the world of The Amish Inn seriesIncludes discussion questions for book clubs
The Amish Matchmakers: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Brides of Lost Creek)
by Marta PerryCould an unlikely pair make the perfect team? When Amish widow Hannah Esch agrees to play chaperone to a group of teenagers from different communities, the last thing she expects is to be working with Samuel Miller. She hasn&’t forgotten how he&’d objected to her marriage to his business partner&’s son, but she can&’t go back on her promise to help her beloved grandfather. Aware of how little Hannah thinks of him, Samuel hopes this project will mend the bridge between them. When her twin boys take a liking to Samuel and she begins to see him in a new light, can she make room for forgiveness…and a second chance at happily-ever-after?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Brides of Lost Creek Book 1: Second Chance Amish BrideBook 2: The Wedding Quilt BrideBook 3: The Promised Amish BrideBook 4: The Amish Widow's HeartBook 5: A Secret Amish CrushBook 6: Nursing Her Amish NeighborBook 7: The Widow's Bachelor BargainBook 8: Match Made at the Amish InnBook 9: The Amish Matchmakers
The Amish Matchmaking Dilemma: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Amish Country Matches #1)
by Patricia JohnsThey&’re not compatible on paper… But might be the perfect match. Amish bachelor Mose Klassen knows what he needs in a wife—someone quiet and traditional, the exact opposite of Naomi Peachy. His lifelong stutter has made him reserved, but when his childhood friend volunteers as his speaking tutor, Mose can&’t help but be drawn to the outgoing woman. Naomi&’s progressive views mean she&’ll never make his matchmaker&’s list…but could an unexpected match be his perfect fit?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Amish Country Matches Book 1: The Amish Matchmaking Dilemma
The Amish Mercies Collection: Abiding Mercy, Arms of Mercy, Steadfast Mercy
by Ruth ReidAbiding MercyA young woman faces an impossible situation: Should she do the right thing and bring heartache to nearly everyone she knows or deny her true self and always wonder . . . what if?Arms of MercyA story of renewed love, boundless hope, and a little help from angels above.He lost her once to a rash decision. He will not lose her again.Steadfast MercyShe&’s returning to her old Amish community with something to hide. Something big. He&’s just trying to make it through his first winter as a farmer. Together they will learn the meaning of steadfast mercy in this sweet Amish romance.
The Amish Midwife and Plain Pursuit
by Patricia Davids Alison StoneThis Amish romance anthology pairs a sweet story of connection with a suspenseful cold case mystery.The Amish Midwife by Patricia Davids Amish midwife Anne Stoltzfus is shocked at neighbor Joseph Lapp’s request. Now responsible for his baby niece, Joseph is in over his head and needs a nanny fast. Soon they’re bonding over baby Leah, and when Joseph makes an offer of marriage, Anne realizes that taking a chance could mean love—and family—are waiting just across the fence. Plain Pursuit by Alison Stone When her brother is killed in a small Amish town, Anna Quinn finds she’s an unwelcome outsider. FBI agent Eli Miller left his Amish community long ago, but he’s discovering a cold case from his past has mysterious connections to Anna’s loss. Desperate to uncover the truth, Anna and Eli are faced with stony silence and secrets that someone wants to keep buried.
The Amish Midwife's Bargain: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
by Patrice LewisAn accident on a stormy night Will change the course of their lives… Grieving after the loss of a patient, midwife Miriam Kemp returns to her Amish roots and vows to leave her nursing life behind. But when she accidentally hits Aaron Lapp on a rain-drenched road, she offers to help the scarred and handsome—if somewhat cranky—bachelor while he recovers. Could this arrangement allow them to heal…while finding a love they never expected?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
The Amish Midwife's Courtship
by Cheryl WillifordAn Arranged Romance Molly Ziegler is proud of being a successful midwife. But at age twenty-one, she's unmarried-and fodder for gossip in her Amish community. Even as her meddling mother urges her to marry the town's most eligible bachelor, Molly wants more. And in newcomer Isaac Gruber, she's found her way out. If Isaac will pretend to court her, her mother has to stop matchmaking-once and for all. What Molly didn't plan on are the unexpected feelings the businessman stirs in her. Isaac will go along with Molly's ruse. Especially since he can't stop thinking about her. But when the favor backfires spectacularly, it might just lead them toward true love.
The Amish Midwife's Courtship and Plain Truth
by Debby Giusti Cheryl WillifordDiscovering faith and love in Amish country The Amish Midwife's Courtship by Cheryl Williford In newcomer Isaac Gruber, single twenty-one-year-old Molly Ziegler has found a way out of her mother's matrimonial meddling. If Isaac will pretend to court her, her mother has to stop matchmaking once and for all. Isaac will go along with Molly's ruse-especially since he's falling for her. But when the favor backfires, it might just lead them toward true love. Plain Truth by Debby Giusti When widowed doctor Ella Jacobsen is attacked, the peace she's found in Georgia's Amish country is shattered. Now her life is in the hands of army special agent Zach Swain. Zach can't resist the vulnerable but headstrong Ella. To save her, he must uncover the secrets that swirl around the idyllic community. And he needs to do it fast, because Ella is running out of time.
The Amish Midwife's Hope (Hearts of Lancaster County #1)
by Barbara CameronA midwife and single father have a second chance at the family they've always dreamed of in this heartwarming Amish romance from award-winning author Barbara Cameron.Widow Rebecca Zook adores her work delivering bopplin in her close-knit Amish community, but the young midwife secretly wonders if she'll ever find love again or have a family of her own. When she meets handsome newcomer Samuel Miller, her connection with the widowed single father is immediate-Rebecca even bonds with his sweet little girl. It feels like a perfect match, yet Samuel seems hesitant . . .In Paradise, Lancaster County, Samuel hoped to find the fresh start he and his dochder need . . . and perhaps a second chance for love. He never imagined he'd discover both so quickly and in one lovely, kind woman. But as Samuel falls for Rebecca, he worries that her job will only remind him of his past heartaches. Rebecca isn't willing to sacrifice her beloved calling, but she is ready to embrace the future . . . if only Samuel can open his heart once more.
The Amish Midwife's Secret (Love and Promises #2)
by Rachel J. GoodAn Amish midwife and an Englisch doctor must embrace their differences to rescue a baby in need in this uplifting romance that will "capture your heart and leave you smiling" (Amy Lillard). Kyle Miller never planned on becoming a country doctor. But when he's offered a medical practice in his sleepy hometown, Kyle knows he must return... and face the painful past he left behind. Except the Amish community isn't quite ready for Kyle. Especially the pretty midwife who refuses to compromise her traditions with his modern medicine...The more Leah Stoltzfus works with the handsome Englisch doctor, the more she finds herself caught between the expectations of her family and her own hopes for the future. It will take one surprising revelation and one helpless baby in need of love to show Leah and Kyle that their bond may be greater than their differences... if Leah can find the courage to follow her heart."The Amish Teacher's Gift might have been the first book I've read by Rachel J. Good, but it won't be my last." - Shelley Shepard Gray, New York Times bestselling authorThe Love & Promises series:The Amish Teacher's GiftThe Amish Midwife's SecretThe Amish Widow's Rescue
The Amish Midwife: The Amish Midwife Yuletide Cowboys Rancher For The Holidays (Lancaster Courtships #3)
by Patricia DavidsAn Amish bachelor needs the help of a guarded midwife to care for his baby niece in this heartwarming, inspirational romance.An Unexpected Family Amish midwife Anne Stoltzfus is used to late-night visitors—but she&’s shocked to find reclusive bachelor Joseph Lapp on her doorstep with a baby in his arms. Their neighborly quarrels are pushed aside when Joseph explains that his sister has left her daughter in his care—and Joseph needs Anne to be her nanny. Soon they&’re bonding over baby Leah, and the love they feel for her is healing them both. When Joseph makes an offer of marriage, Anne&’s painful past resurfaces and she&’s unsure of what to do. But taking a chance could mean love—and family—are waiting just across the fence. Lancaster Courtships: Life and love in Amish country Collect all three books in the series! The Amish Bride by Emma Miller The Amish Mother by Rebecca Kertz The Amish Midwife by Patricia Davids
The Amish Mother
by Rebecca KertzUnexpected LoveAmish widow Lizzie Fisher loves her seven stepchildren as though they were her own. But her brother-in-law's unexpected arrival on the farm has her worried. After all, Zachariah Fisher is the true heir of the property. And he could decide to send her away from her family and her home of two years. Lizzie is determined to show the handsome farmer that her physical challenges don't prevent her from being a hard worker or a loving mother. For she finds herself losing her heart to Zack and hopes he'll see they're meant to be a family forever. Lancaster Courtships: Life and love in Amish country Collect all 3 books in the series! The Amish Bride by Emma Miller The Amish Mother by Rebecca Kertz The Amish Midwife by Patricia Davids
The Amish Nanny's Promise: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
by Amy GrochowskiShe&’ll do what it takes To keep his family together… When her dearest cousin passed, Fern Beiler made her a promise—to look after her two young children and keep her memory alive. The obvious solution is a marriage of convenience to their father, widower Nick Weaver. But when spending time together causes lines to blur, can two childhood friends overcome feelings of guilt for a chance at happiness…together? From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
The Amish Nanny's Secret: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
by Amy LillardWill a temporary arrangementturn into the love she needs? Naomi Ebersol has always felt like the black sheep of her Amish community, and even more so now that she&’s been accepted into art school. It&’ll be difficult leaving Millers Creek behind, but she longs to follow her heart. To pay for her tuition, she agrees to be a nanny for widower Josias Schrock, who needs help caring for his five energetic little boys. Only now, everyone in their community thinks they&’re engaged! Being around his family starts to feel all too real. But how can Naomi choose between the dream she&’s always wanted…and the promise of love?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
The Amish Nanny's Sweetheart: Frontier Matchmaker Bride The Amish Nanny's Sweetheart Accidental Family Husband By Arrangement (Amish Country Brides Ser. #2)
by Jan DrexlerLove in Plain Sight As nanny for her nephew, Judith Lapp’s finally part of a vibrant, joyful Amish community instead of living on the outskirts looking in. But teaching her neighbors’ Englischer farmworker to read Pennsylvania Dutch wasn’t part of her plan. And the more time she spends with Guy Hoover, the more he sparks longings for a home and family of Judith’s own.Guy figured he would never be truly accepted by his Amish employers’ community—even though the Mast family treats him like a son. But Judith’s steadfast caring shows him that true belonging could be within his reach…if he and Judith can reconcile their very different hopes—and hearts.
The Amish Nanny: An Unexpected Amish Romance The Amish Nanny's Sweetheart (Brides of Amish Country #12)
by Patricia DavidsUSA Today–Bestselling Author: A family in need finds new hope in a hired nanny . . . A reclusive Amish logger, Ethan Gingerich is more comfortable around his draft horses than the orphaned niece and nephews he’s taken in. Yet he’s determined to provide the children with a good, loving home. The little ones, including a defiant eight-year-old, need a proper nanny. But when Ethan hires shy Amishwoman Clara Barkman, he never expects her temporary position to have such a lasting hold on all of them. Now this man of few words must convince Clara she’s found her forever home and family . . . Praise for Patricia Davids’ novels“Uplifting . . . will have fans of Amish romance eager to read more from Davids.” —Publishers Weekly“Tender and gentle, with two delightful characters who truly belong together. A lovely read.” —RaeAnne Thayne, New York Times–bestselling author of Willowleaf Lane
The Amish Newcomer
by Patrice LewisAn Englisch city girl learns about herself while hiding out among the Plain People in this inspirational romance.“If you want a romance brimming over with fun and chat while carrying out gardening, cooking and carpentry, you’ve found it. The delightful read eased my cares, and anyone looking for an inspirational romance may consider the dilemmas faced by various characters. . . . Enjoy The Amish Newcomer and count your blessings.” —Fresh FictionTelevision journalist Leah Porte never imagined her career would end with her witnessing a murder. Now she’s temporarily living among the Amish in witness protection. Instead of feeling alone and adrift, Leah is warmly welcomed by the close-knit community—and Amish bachelor Isaac Sommer. But caught between two very different worlds, choosing love would mean leaving her Englisch life behind forever . . .