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An Abandoned Baby, A Reluctant Neighbor, and a Christmas That Will Change Everything. Widow Charity Troyer is stunned when her bad-tempered neighbor, Jonas Mast, shows up at her doorstep with a newborn baby he found abandoned in his barn. Though clueless about infants, Charity feels an immediate duty to the little girl she names Mercy, taking her in without hesitation. But Mercy’s arrival stirs up more than just Charity’s protective instincts—soon, rumors and suspicions spread through the community, and Jonas, despite his gruff exterior, finds himself unexpectedly drawn to the child ...

A Treacherous Blizzard. Buried Secrets. Shattered Hearts. This Christmas Will Change Everything. Five years ago, Elizabeth Beiler and Daniel Mast left their Amish community for Rumspringa, chasing freedom and new possibilities. Only Elizabeth returned. Three years after Daniel chose the Englisch world and shattered her heart, he’s back—on the eve of a treacherous Christmas blizzard and Elizabeth’s courtship to Samuel Petersheim, the most eligible man in the community. As the storm rages, buried secrets rise to the surface, and hearts are torn apart, threatening the life Elizabeth has ...

Samuel Deiner is the new Amish healer in Berlin Ohio blessed with a quiet faith, and God given skill in healing devastating wounds. As Samuel undertakes his craft in the community, love blossoms in the most unlikely of hearts. Included in this set: Lavina’s Healing Lavina Miller blamed God for what happened. It was in His power to stop it wasn’t it? Lavinia’s life changes when a horrific accident occurs, derailing all of her plans and forcing her out of Rumspringa back to her Amish community. When Samuel is called to work with Lavina, he discovers an angry woman who blames God for her...

Two wounded hearts, one hidden past—will uncovering the truth heal or harm? When Anna Miller returns to her Amish roots to care for her injured Grossdaadi, she stumbles upon a hidden clock and a bundle of letters that unravel a poignant love story from decades past. The letters reveal a heart-wrenching tale of forbidden love and shattered dreams between Patience and Eli, two young lovers torn apart by family expectations and community pressures. As their story unfolds, old wounds and hidden sorrows within the community are uncovered. Long-buried conflicts resurface, with those who wish to...

A Poor Amish Girl. A Handsome but Hesitant Admirer and a Christmas That Will Change Everything. Annie Weaver’s life is one of poverty and shame. Raised by a foolish man who died in terrible debt, she is now alone. With no money or assets, Annie finds whatever work she can. Afraid of making the same mistakes as her father, Annie refuses all help from her Amish community, but as winter draws in, and business drops off, Annie’s meager income dwindles away. Jacob Miller admires Annie from afar. Wishing that he could find a way to help the shy woman he attempts to befriend her. Although she ...

***FREE WITH KINDLE UNLIMITED*** A selfish teenager. A reckless decision. A wounded heart. Kylie Brown should never have returned to the Amish. Eva and Jacob Zook are shocked when foster child Kylie returns to the Amish community. But she is clearly in trouble, and in need of help, so the Zooks have no choice but to temporarily take her in. Wary and concerned about allowing the girl back into their home, the Zooks must look to God to guide their decision. Isaac King was astonished when he learned that his best friend, the girl he thought he would marry, had returned to his community. ...

When Grace came home for Christmas, love was the last thing she expected to find. When Grace Fischer returns home for Christmas during her rumspringa, she's thrilled to reconnect with her best friend Ruth. However, Grace is unexpectedly struck by a powerful attraction to Ruth's older brother, Daniel Renno. Once just an irritating sibling, Daniel now ignites unfamiliar, deep feelings in her. Daniel, always good-humored and tolerant, is shocked to find himself sneaking looks at Grace and finds himself unexpectedly captivated. Grace has become a compelling woman who stirs his heart. Confused ...

A Scorned Woman With A Broken Heart. A Regretful Man With Amends To Make. A Deeply Held Grudge That Will Not Be Forgiven. A Miracle is Needed This Christmas Close to Christmas In the snow-blanketed town of Millersburg, a mysterious stranger, John King, enters the life of Timothy Yoder, a widowed Amish carpenter struggling to care for his family. As Timothy welcomes the stranger into his home amidst a fierce winter storm, he cannot shake the feeling that this meeting is part of a divine plan. Meanwhile, Elizabeth Raber returns to her childhood community, haunted by a past love and painful ...

Two hearts on a quest for belonging: In a world where tradition clashes with turmoil, can young love bridge the divide? Rayquan Jackson, a foster child burdened by a troubled past, discovers an unexpected sanctuary with the Zook family. Aspiring to become a true Amish man and capture the heart of Lizzie Ebersole, Rayquan confronts the inner demons of his harsh history. Lizzie Ebersole shines as a beacon of hope for Rayquan, even in his darkest moments. When Rayquan learns of his mother's death, his behavior worsens—acting out at school and violating the Ordnung. Lizzie steadfastly ...

One Boy. Two Worlds. An Unbreakable Bond. Foster child John Harper is torn from the only home he knows with the Zook family and Abigail, the girl he hopes one day to marry. Now, he's thrust into the modern world with a stepfather and a mother he barely knows. Bullied for being different and naïve to the dangers of the modern world, John finds himself at a crossroads, and opts to fit in with the Englisch teenagers. Knowing he can never be part of Abigail’s life he sends her a cruel letter ending their relationship. But as life spirals downwards, John takes increasingly greater risks and ...

An Outcast Woman. A Charming Outsider. And A Community Rife With Gossip. Will Saloma Ever Find Love? Saloma Dienner, has given up hope for love. She is a unique personality that defies the expectations of her Amish community, and often finds herself judged. Jeremiah Troyer, a skilled carpenter with a gentle heart, steps into Saloma's life after a damaging storm rips through her community. Tasked with mending her home, he finds himself drawn to the uniqueness and resilience of her character and their friendship blossoms into a tender romance. But their fledgling bond is tested when an ...

***FREE WITH KINDLE UNLIMITED*** An Abandoned Baby. An Angry Town. A Desperate Situation. Mercy Was Stuck In The Middle. Mercy Chupp arrives at Kate’s Kitchen, the diner, where she works, and is shocked to discover an abandoned baby in a cardboard box. With no indication of where the baby has come from or why it has been it forsaken Mercy is asked to foster the child. Happily single, she none the less feels a surge of protective love toward the little babe and agrees to foster it temporarily. A frequent customer at Kate’s Kitchen, Tanner Bontrager is the most eligible bachelor in town. ...

Sarah Yoder was a recluse in her community - no one knew her well, and everyone regarded her as more than a little strange. It was safer because, that way, no one would discover the deep secrets that she held. Sarah lived a quiet life and kept to herself in the small dawdi house which had once belonged to her family. The farmhouse, which held dark memories for Sarah, had been sold off years ago, to the Millers. Jonas Miller is raising two young daughters, and grieving the loss of his wife. When his mother begins to introduce the children to their neighbor, Sarah, he is determined to keep ...

An Injured Pregnant Woman. A Heartbroken Amish Man. A Shocking Christmas Secret. Can This Season Bring Love To Broken Hearts? Mary Yoder's life is irrevocably changed after a harrowing car accident. Close to Christmas, pregnant, and estranged from her boyfriend Kevin, Mary lies unconscious on an icy winter road. Isaac Chupp, has carried a torch for Mary ever since her departure from their Amish community. When he and his father discover a young injured woman in need of help they offer her sanctuary in their home, and with limited options, Mary reluctantly accepts, finding herself once again...

A Bitter Amish Widower. The Woman Next Door Keeping Her Distance. An Injured Horse That Needs a Miracle. In a Spark of Kindness, Can a Surprising Love Ignite?Ruth Beiler a resilient widow faces the challenge of living next to David Esh, a man turned bitter and reclusive after the loss of his wife. Known for his gruff nature, David has alienated himself from the community, impatient of adults and children alike, scaring off anyone who even dares to step foot on his property. For the most part, Ruth and her family avoid David, but when the Beilers new horse is injured in a distressing ...

Free with Kindle Unlimited Catherine Leaver never knew how rumspringa would change her. Not until it was too late. Catherine is enjoying her rumspringa. When she discovers she has a natural talent that Englischers love, a different Catherine emerges, one that is prideful and selfish. Jacob and Catherine share a love of music, when he presents her with a gift, he hopes to help her, even if it means changing the direction of Catherine’s life. Amos is an animal whisperer, and saves the life of Catherine’s calf. When electricity flows between them, he is smitten, but Catherine’s ...

Free to download with Kindle Unlimited Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Mary Knepp served God and her community, but loving her neighbors as God commanded was a difficult task when their delight was to belittle and ridicule her. Mary had carried a torch for Noah since they were children, but Noah was arrogant and practically didn’t acknowledge Mary’s existence. Besides, he was to wed Susan Yoder, who seemed to enjoy taunting Mary at every chance. When a dreadful accident occurs, it is Mary and not Susan who is considered the best choice to enter the Raber house ...

A serious stranger. A fun loving layabout. A love triangle that will change everything. Nancy Fisher knows exactly what she wants in a husband. She yearns for a husband who can provide stability and seriousness — qualities she finds in Amos Beiler, a young man she meets during Rumspringa. When Amos willingly uproots his life to join her community, Nancy is certain she's made the right choice. Throughout Nancy's life, Peter Esh has been a constant presence, the brother of her closest friend. She was the brunt of many of his childhood pranks. On her return from Rumspringa, Peter falls for ...

Annie Weaver was ready to become Mrs Noah Deiner, until he broke the shocking news. Annie is a plain ordinary farming girl excited by the prospect of marrying Noah the moment she turns eighteen. However when Noah announces that he has a different plan, Annie’s world crumbles and she is forced to consider her place in the world. Devastated by Noah’s actions, Annie flees her community to begin her life anew, knowing she can never have the things her heart truly desires. Daniel Esh is delighted when he meets the newcomer to his community. Although Annie is reserved, Daniel does his best to...

A family on the brink of ruin. A miserly man who has lost his way. A small child who believes in the true gift of Christmas. ***FREE WITH KINDLE UNLIMITED*** Widow Martha Lengacher is in deep financial difficulty. With all avenues of revenue exhausted she is in danger of losing her farm and home. Praying to Gott to show her a way out of her difficulties, soon, the Bishop calls on the community to offer support. Neighbor Frederick Wittmer, a bitter and lonely man, has coveted the farm land for some time and rather than lend his support, sees an opportunity to expand his land holdings. In a...