A Simple Singing

(The Sisters of Lancaster County #2)

by Leslie Gould
Review & GIVEAWAY!

Description

For years Marie Bachmann thought of herself as the "good" daughter. She was the most loving to their mother, the most dedicated to their Amish way of life. But when a Mennonite farmhand, Gordon Martin, shows interest in her she can't help but be flattered--until her mother sends her off to Florida. While there, Marie begins spending time with bad-boy Eli Jacob, the bishop's son from back home. 

When Gordon shows up in Florida to volunteer in a homeless shelter, her life becomes even more complicated. At the same time her aunt begins telling her of a Civil War-era ancestor and the woman's uncommon bravery . . . a story that begins to work at Marie's heart.

Marie hopes returning home may simplify life, but Eli soon follows. As Marie grapples with whether she should court Eli or leave the church for Gordon, the story of Annie Bachmann shines a light on what God has for Marie's future.

Biography

Leslie Gould is the best-selling and award-winning author of thirty novels. She loves traveling, research, Shakespeare's plays, and church history. She and her husband live in Portland, Oregon and are the parents of four children. http://www.lesliegould.com/

My Perspective ~

Companion stories are beautifully interwoven throughout this very interesting novel. Amish life is portrayed both in Civil War time and modern day, with examples of what is acceptable and not, in both time frames. A bit of Mennonite life is interspersed throughout the stories to give a bit of comparison in traditions in both ways of life. 

Well developed characterizations and descriptive depictions of the landscape and pictorial images of the ravages of war are highlights throughout this book. Relationships and fellowship with those unlike ourselves are highlighted through the use of homelessness, slavery and differences in culture, demonstrating selflessness in a world of selfishness. Spiritual growth and maturation are highlights in both the main characters throughout this novel. 

The Civil War was well researched for this book, as tales of the Battles of Gettysburg are well defined and accurate. I loved this book, and look forward to the next in the series. This author has a talent for bringing to life the miseries we share, and the beauty of redemption. 

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book. All expressed opinions in this review are my own.

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