"The Gift"

Prairie State Friends, Book 2

by Wanda E. Brunstetter
5 stars!
 

Description

Follow the heart-wrenching story of Adam Beachy, whose mother walked out on him and his family—and away from the Amish faith. Now he balks at the idea of ever marrying and having a family of his own. But when tragedy strikes, Adam is suddenly a father figure to his three nieces and finds himself needing a wife. Despite their differences over her practice of reflexology, Leah Mast seems the best option to fill that role. Can they make it work in a modern-day marriage of convenience?  

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Biography

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 over 60 books with more than 7 million copies sold. Many of her books have landed on the top bestseller lists, including the New York Times, 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 books have been translated into four foreign languages.

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.

Wanda E. Brunstetter currently resides in the state of Washington. 

Website: http://www.wandabrunstetter.com/
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My Thoughts ~ 

Adam Beachy's past haunts him, with abandonment always lurking beneath the surface of his thoughts. Upon the sudden deaths of his sister and her husband Adam is faced with the responsibilities of raising his three nieces. Leah Mast has reached a time in her life that marriage seems only a distant dream. Her gift of reflexology is one of her joys in life, as she helps members of her community find relief from their ailments. Adam sees her gift as hocus pocus, creating a bone of contention between them. In spite of their differences Leah agrees to care for Adam's nieces while he tends to his hardware business.

The second in The Prairie State Friends series, The Gift captured my attention with its detailed and heart-wrenching events. Developments throughout this poignant story evoke emotions of considerable proportions. Credible events create a realistic portrayal of humanity. I was captivated and impassioned throughout this impressive novel of overcoming significant obstacles in life's pathways. 

The author possesses a wealth of knowledge of the Amish community, and is a master at creating inspiring plots and engaging characters. The Gift is a impressive depiction of life and the impact that profound circumstances places on those illustrated throughout this remarkable story of tolerance, forgiveness and faith. I highly recommend The Gift and its prequel, The Decision. This series is an unforgettable testament to the author's expertise.

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review. All expressed opinions are my own, and no monetary compensation was received for this review.