This was a book I was not sure I would enjoy, but I was pleasantly surprised by it. Unfortunately for me it was the final book in the Daughters of the Promise series. But even though it was the last in a series, it stood alone very well. I enjoyed learning all about Rumspringa. I have lived near the Amish most of my life, but never really knew about this practice in their culture. it was quite interesting to learn about.
The characters were people you wanted to know more about. Beth has a way of drawing you into the lives of here characters and you just care about everything that happens to them. The story that develops between Anna and Jacob grabs your heat and you can't wait to find out what happens.
The characters were people you wanted to know more about. Beth has a way of drawing you into the lives of here characters and you just care about everything that happens to them. The story that develops between Anna and Jacob grabs your heat and you can't wait to find out what happens.
A Daughters of Promise book.
Anna’s grandfather seems determined to ruin her Rumspringa . . . and any hopes she has of finding a husband.
Anna Byler should be enjoying her Rumspringa as allowed by her faith. But because of the strict rules enforced by her grandfather—the bishop—the available suitors in town are afraid to court her. Even Anna’s grandmother is keeping a big secret from Anna’s grandfather in an effort to keep the peace. Under her grandfather’s oppressive watch, Anna begins to feel her faith slipping and wonders if God has forsaken her.
Jacob Hostetler and his family have relocated to Lancaster County following a family tragedy in Ohio. As his family struggles to rebuild their lives, Jacob is forced to act as head of the household when his father is unable to cope with recent events. It’s been a long time since Jacob has felt any joy. Until he meets Anna Byler. But will Anna’s grandfather succeed at keeping them apart? And can Jacob put the past behind him and open his heart?
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About the Author:
Beth is a Carol Award Winner, Inspirational Readers Choice Winner, INSPY Winner, and the best-selling author of the Daughters of the Promise series and the Land of Canaan series. All of her books have held spots on the ECPA (Evangelical Christian Publishers Association) bestseller list and the CBA (Christian Book Association) bestseller list. She grew up in Houston, Texas and now resides in a small town west of Houston with a population of around 300. She lives with her husband, two dogs, two cats, two pot bellied pigs, two chickens and a pygmy goat. Her two grown sons also live in Texas. Beth has been writing in some capacity for most of her life. She’s a former award-winning journalist with eleven honors, including ‘First Place News Writing’ for The Texas Press Association. However, writing love stories with a spiritual message is where her heart is. When Beth isn’t writing (which is seldom these days) she enjoys traveling, cooking, fishing, reading, or just settling in for a good movie. Her best times are spent with family and friends! BethWiseman.comFind out more about Beth on her website!
I received an electronic copy of the book for the purpose of this review. I was not compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed here are my own.
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