Abigail Stutzman thought being sent to live several states away was bad enough. But now, just a week after her arrival in Jamesport, Missouri, she finds herself at the scene of an apparent arson—a barn fire. And all fingers are pointed at her. Sam Miller is determined to atone for the follies of his past. He is a volunteer firefighter, an EMT, and a paramedic-in-training. With suspicious barn fires escalating, and the Miller family being among the victims, no one is more determined to see the perpetrators brought to justice than Sam. When Abigail and Sam cross paths, they discover the truth can be more dangerous than a blazing inferno.
Life gets a lot harder for Amish midwife Kristi Lapp when a buggy wreck lands her in the hospital and leaves her with a pronounced limp. Among her biggest concerns is the well-being of her dog, Chinook, as she is no longer able to keep up with the high-energy Siberian husky. Adding insult to injury, Kristi fears she’ll never marry for love, for what man would willingly wed a woman who needs help with even the most basic of household tasks? Shane Zimmerman moved to Seymour for a fresh start. The veterinarian is still reeling from the loss of his wife and his unborn child. The coroner deemed aneurysm as the cause of death, but Shane still blames the Amish midwife—specifically, the herbal remedies she prescribed. Shane meets Kristi when he discovers her wrecked buggy and takes her to the hospital. Soon, what started as common courtesy turns into a strong mutual attraction. Yet the obstacles that bar a relationship between them are many. Will they find a way to stay together? Or will their differences prove too divisive to resolve?
Janna Kauffman enjoys working as a personal shopper for the homebound in her Amish community. But when her wayward niece comes to live with her family, Janna finds herself spending less time shopping and more time explaining Meghan’s erratic behavior to the local authorities. Her dealings with the law aren’t entirely bad, though, as they bring her back into contact with a childhood crush.Police officer Troy Troyer shed his given name when he left the Amish eight years ago in an effort to escape his demons. He has no intentions of going back, either—not even for Janna Kauffman, the girl he’s admired as long as he can remember. He can’t believe his luck when she still welcomes a relationship with him, and he does his best to straddle both worlds, even as he questions the point in pursuing a love that cannot last. Caught up in the exhilaration of their youthful dreams coming true, the couple makes a brash decision that jeopardizes the reputations of Janna and her father, the local bishop, and also threatens to destroy the fragile stability being built into Meghan’s life. It will require the power of forgiveness to mend broken bonds and pave a path for future bliss.
Agnes Zook finds herself on her own in a small Amish community in Mackinac County after a tragedy kills her family. Most of the Amish call her “off in den Kopf” (strange) since she’s starting her own business and forging her own way in the community instead of relying on the bishop to take care of her. Since she’s viewed as non-submissive and too-forward for an Amish woman, she’s not courted by young men in the area. Isaac Mast is on the verge of leaving the Amish church. He’s become a sought-after auctioneer and has a thriving business, but he feels confined by the strict rules. When his brother is severely injured in a wild fire, Isaac receives a letter from his sister-in-law, begging him to come to Mackinac County to help out while his brother is hospitalized. Isaac agrees but is unsure how to manage their young children when he has weekend auctions he’s expected to attend. Agnes may be the answer to a prayer. Sparks fly when she and Isaac meet. But could their differences help them form a deeper connection to their faith...and each other?
Desperate for a Ticket Out Bethany Weiss is ready to leave town. Tongues haven't stopped clacking in Jamesport, MO, since her daed, the bishop, was admitted to a mental hospital after hurting their small Amish community. But her sharpest wounds Bethany hides from prying eyes, quietly biding her time until she can take a chance at a new life—away from Jamesport and away from God. Searching for a Home Silas Beiler was kicked out of his own family's home. Dogged by a rough childhood and a family who blames him for each new disaster, he begins hitchhiking across the country, sleeping in barns where he can, working for food when possible—headed for Pennsylvania, in the hope of some stability. A Memory of Lemonade When Bethany spies a man asleep in the hayloft, she first fears the return of an unwelcome suitor. But when it is Silas who turns and speaks, the memories flood back: a happy summer six years ago full of lemonade, long walks, and budding courtship. Now, however, those months of bliss seem naïve and idyllic. Will their old love overcome new pain? Or will hurt and rejection continue to haunt their path?
Get the Summary of Gregg Olsen's The Amish Wife in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Amish Wife" by Gregg Olsen is an investigative narrative centered on the mysterious death of Ida Stutzman, an Amish woman. The author reconnects with Dan Gingerich, an Amish man and Ida's brother, to probe deeper into the case that has long haunted him. Olsen's investigation reveals a complex web of deceit spun by Ida's husband, Eli Stutzman, who grappled with his sexual identity and mental health, and was known for his habitual lying...
Amy Clipston’s beloved Amish Homestead series is now available in one collection. A Place at Our Table Working at the fire department and running his Amish farm keeps Jamie Riehl busy. But when he meets Kayla Dienner, he is smitten. Kayla tries hard to deny her attraction to Jamie. The death of her older brother in a fire is fresh in her mind—and she can’t bear the idea of putting her heart on the line every time the sirens blare. Then tragedy strikes, and Jamie wants to extinguish any flame between him and Kayla. Can Kayla set aside her own fears to save the love she was determined to deny? Room on the Porch Swing Less than a year after her mother’s death, Laura Riehl finds herself burying another loved one: her best friend, Savilla, who dies after a brief and sudden illness. Laura feels heartbroken and alone, but her pain is nothing compared to that of Allen, the husband Savilla has left behind. When Laura offers to help Allen with his baby, he jumps at the opportunity. She’d do anything to lend a hand and to honor her best friend’s memory. Rudy, Laura’s boyfriend, is initially supportive of her plan, but the more time Laura spends with Allen, the more jealous Rudy becomes. As Laura and Allen face hardships together, their friendship takes a surprising yet comforting turn. Would falling for Allen betray the people she cares about, or would denying those feelings betray her heart? A Seat by the Hearth Priscilla Allgyer left the community to escape the expectations of Amish life. Now, years later, she is forced to return—along with her six-year-old son. As Priscilla reluctantly completes her shunning, she catches the eye of Mark Riehl, a farmer with a reputation. Wary of Mark, Priscilla barely gives him the time of day—while Mark, unused to being ignored, won’t give up the pursuit. Priscilla desperately needs a friend in Mark, even if she doesn’t realize it—and after Priscilla’s father and the bishop catch her and Mark in a compromising situation, their relationship becomes more complicated than ever. A Welcome at Our Door Cindy Riehl has watched her brothers and sister find love and happiness. But as her family has settled down and grown, Cindy has continued to grieve her mother. Since that haunting day, Cindy has struggled to find peace and wonders if the community is the place for her—and if her faith in God will ever be like it once was. When one of the Riehl cows escapes to visit another cow down the lane, Cindy chases after it and meets a handsome Englisher named Drew. As they become friends and eventually much more, she is drawn further and further away from the Amish community and the family she loves. Will Cindy find happiness of her own?
A Family Comes Courting… The Amish Spinster Club series begins! With his orphaned nephew depending on him, Amish carpenter Eli Troyer moves to Harmony Creek Hollow to start over. And when schoolteacher Miriam Hartz offers to teach Eli, who is hard of hearing, how to read lips, he can’t refuse. Spending time with Miriam forges a bond between them. Can two wounded hearts overcome their pasts to make a family together?
With her older sister married and her mamm determined she'll be next, Tulip Yoder agrees to court the one Amish man who doesn't have her mother's approval. But when she meets Wilhem Byler, who she can't help but feel drawn to, she's not sure what to do. With two potential suitors, she must make a decision and turn one away. Though her heart tells her Wilhem might be exactly the man she's been looking for, choosing him means she'll have to tell him the truth. And once he discovers he wasn't her first choice, will she be able to convince him he's the only man she wants to marry?
She double-crossed her and didn't care. Now Isobel's got what she wanted she does her best to make amends. But can her twin, Emma, forgive and forget that easily? The twins do their best to patch their relationship as they search for their biological father. Will Isobel ever find happiness as an Amish woman, or had her decision been too hasty?And will Emma overcome her deep-seated fear of rejection to find true love and happiness? If you love sweet Amish romance stories with twists and turns, you will love this series.
