Book Description: Ruth Helmuth has never been rude in her life; trust her to choose the bishop of her Amish community for her first time!
Ruth has worked hard to keep body and soul together since her husband, Levi’s, death. She tends her herd of goats, making her living from the milk and fiber she gets from them, all while running a farm and household by herself—and very competently, thank you! How could she imagine the bishop suggesting she should give it all up to another family, who will “make better use of the space”?
Enter widower Jonas Hershberger, owner of a pair of adorable dimples and father of a charming 4-year-old daughter. Jonas is in need of a larger place to house his growing business. Ruth’s big red barn may be just the ticket. Little Abigail is in need of a new mother. Ruth might be just the ticket there, too!Can two independent souls learn to work together for their mutual good? And will they be willing to explore what grows between them? Or will Ruth’s fear over her “big secret” and Jonas’s caution about allowing someone new to get close to his young daughter, kill their love before it has a chance to grow?
My Thoughts: A new.to.me.author. Anne Blackburne writes about the simple life but sometimes it doesn't seem so simple.
Ruth Helmuth is a bit appalled when the bishop of her community asks her to give up her home and all that she's strived for since her husband passed away.
Ruth has done all she can to not just make a living but to keep the household going by raising goats. And it's worked. Then the bishop as the gall to tell her another family needs her space. Whaat should she do?
Widower Jonas has an adorable little daughter and he needs a barn for his growing business. He loves Ruth's place but is Ruth able to trust and love little Abigail.
A sweet, cozy Amish read with a bit of a twist.
A great read for a wintry day in the midst of January.
"I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review."
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