Two years ago, Sadie Verkler escapes to Ohio. Most think she went to help her grandmother recover from a broken leg—but there is more to it. How could Peter Wyse have dumped her so quickly for Eloise Gundy? And how could he have married Eloise within months of breaking Sadie’s heart?With time, Sadie accepts Aaron Roggi’s courtship in Ohio. But a family emergency calls her back to Indiana just before Christmas. She goes, dreading a run-in with Peter, who has now been tragically widowed. She encounters him almost at once, and fearing she still loves him, she yearns to return to Ohio and Aaron.When she gets her wish, things go horribly wrong. And when Peter shows up two days before Christmas, she is forced to face the truth.

Second-Chance MatchWith four children and a dilapidated farmhouse, Amish widow Honor King asks Seven Poplars’s matchmaker to find her a secure and reliable new husband. Someone the opposite of her first love–who left her at the altar nine years ago, yet whom she’s never been able to forget. Luke’s back in town, and also looking for a new partner. For him, there’s only one candidate to be his wife–the woman he let get away. But when Honor won’t let him into her life, he works his way into her house. Hammer in hand, he’ll fix her home…but it’ll take more than brawn and nails to mend her heart.

The second book in The Long Road Home series, a unique and gripping Amish romance trilogy set in the South at the turn of the century. At the end of Banished, Clinton has died and May is left to fend for herself in a city where she knows almost no one and has no way of earning a living. Not knowing where Oba had wound up and realizing she can't return to her uncle's home after all he'd put her through, she decides to journey to the Amish community where she spent her first years, before her parents' died. Perhaps the relatives who once turned her away had had a change of heart and would be willing to take her in or help her get settled on her own. After being shuffled from home to home, May finds a welcoming friend in Clara. Clara is single, having long since sworn off romantic relationships. She doesn't trust men, and it doesn't take her long to realize May had her own painful past, though for some time she doesn't know the full extent of what May suffered....

Violence. Redemption. Love.In the wake of Wayne Lapp's brush with tragedy, the Amish community of Peace Valley has made it clear that women are allowed to work and earn money outside the home. Yet still, some resist. An Amish widow faces pressure from her beau to close her small touring company, the only income that sustains herself and her small children. Another Amish teen a similar choice when her boyfriend insists she leave her job in a local diner in order to "be a good Amish woman." And when this pressure shifts to violence, can the residents of Peace Valley, working together, truly move past antiquated views of a woman's place in order to save themselves?Find out in Amish Love Saves All, Book 3 of the Peace Valley Amish series by Rachel Stoltzfus. Amish Love Saves All is a thought provoking Christian story that will hold your interest and give you joy.If you love well written Amish fiction that will keep you...

An Amish celebration . . . Since the moment her father died, Beth Mast has devoted body and soul to the care of her stepmother and stepsister—cooking, cleaning, and caring for their animals. So her friend Lucy's wedding to the eldest King brother offers a welcome respite. Shy and unaware of her beauty, Beth harbors a secret sadness she hopes no one can see. But at this gathering she's on display: her assigned escort happens to be the handsomest bachelor in their Amish community. Newly returned to Ice Mountain, Ransom King has no interest in the maedels pursuing him. Haunted by events during his five-year apprenticeship in Ohio, he's startled to find a kindred spirit in Beth, whose dutiful ways can't mask her inner glow. Ransom longs to show her how much she deserves happiness, though his own troubled history holds him back. It will take Ransom's feisty Aenti Ruth and her ragtag menagerie to entice these two guarded hearts to open to...

The year is 1777. America is in turmoil.  And Amish life is far different than today.Pennsylvania in the late 18th century, once called William Penn's Woods, was an assortment of different faiths living together for the first time in American history. Included in this tapestry was a small and struggling population called Amish. Surrounding this peaceful people were unavoidable threats: both Patriots and the British were pillaging land and goods for the sake of the war, young Amishmen were leaving the faith to take up arms and defend freedom. A simple walk in the untamed forests could result in death, if not from bullet or arrow, then from an encounter with a wild animal. Amid this time of tumult, Adam Wyse is fighting a personal battle. To possibly join the war efforts and leave his faith, which would mean walking away from the only woman he's ever loved: Lena Yoder. But for that love he's made a promise that may keep them apart...

After her best friend dies immediately after childbirth, Amy Yoder cares for little Susie like her own. When Susie’s grandmother appears on the scene, ready to take over Susie’s complete care, Amy tries to be gracious and bow out. But how does a person bow out of a situation like that? How can Amy give up the baby she loves like her own? How can she leave Andrew’s home where she’s stayed since Susie’s birth?And how can Amy put it all behind her and dedicate her heart and soul to her fiancé who’s been waiting in the wings? Nothing seems right in Amy’s life anymore. She struggles to come to grips with her aching heart, just as she struggles to hear God’s will for her life.One thing is certain—if she doesn’t get control of her emotions, she’s putting her entire future at risk.

She made a promise, and now she has to keep it.Honor Kennel thought marrying Gabe Chupp would solve everything. It would give her and her parents a roof over their heads. It would allow them to stay put in Hollybrook. But there is one glaring problem. She doesn’t love Gabe. Oh, he’s a nice enough guy, but there are no sparks. No passion.Gabe Chupp can’t believe his good fortune—God is certainly smiling down on him. He’s secretly loved Honor for years, so when she begins seeking him out, he is over the moon. But after their wedding, something is wrong. What happened to his bright, happy, vivacious bride?On the heels of a devastating family crisis, Gabe discovers the truth, and his world comes crashing down. Now what is he supposed to do? Now that he knows…

The final book in the New Directions series delves into the complexities of a blended Amish family. Are love and faith enough to navigate through relationship tensions, homesickness, and tragedy? Susan has been in Wyoming long enough to feel at home, but instead she finds herself still struggling to adapt to the dusty landscape, the different customs, and life so far from family. She knows she should be appreciating the big, beautiful log home that Isaac built, but sometimes even that feels like a burden—so much of it to clean, and Isaac always traipsing in with his muddy boots and clothes smelling of diesel. But those are just the surface problems. The real struggle is the same as it has been since the day she married Isaac—the long hours he spends away at his logging job and the way his son Titus seems to loathe her presence in their lives. Titus is growing quickly, coming closer to manhood every day. He's working with his father finally, always torn...

The second book in the New Directions series following Weaving of Life, this Amish romance will keep you guessing until the end! Susan Lapp is back in Lancaster and ready to begin a serious relationship with Levi Yoder. After all the ups and downs of her time out west, it's good to be back in the familiar routines of church, family, and working at the market and housecleaning. Nothing stays simple for long, though, and Susan finds herself trying to help her sister Kate navigate her complicated and painful marriage that is taking a toll on their entire family. As Susan and Levi continue to court and wedding season comes into full swing, Susan wonders whether a proposal is imminent. Each wedding the two attend together makes her think more and more about her future with Levi. He's charming, kind, and familiar by now, but is he the man God wants for her to marry? When Susan hears that a child she nannied for in Wyoming goes missing, she is desperate to...

The Miller family's move from Ohio to Montana was, for the most part, uneventful, except that Sadie Miller had to leave her beloved horse, the palomino named Paris. Still, she likes the Montana snows and her job at Aspen East Ranch serving the ranch hands.Unexpectedly, Ezra appears, the man who seems to be perfect in every way and fully intends to marry Sadie. But does she love him back? And who is this fascinating Mark who helps to rescue a dying horse and shows up at the Amish hymn-sing though he is English? Why can't she get his dark eyes and tall stature out of her mind? Now Sadie's own close-knit family is falling apart. Mam claims her head is cluttered and unclear, and she no longer trusts herself to make a chocolate cake from scratch or to cut Reuben's hair in a straight line. The worst part is, Dat refuses to acknowledge Mam's struggles.Sadie finds some refuge in Nevaeh, a black and white paint. But when a dreadful accident involving wild horses occurs, Sadie must move forward into the unknown future. Will Dat let Mam seek professional help? Will Mam be willing to go? Will Mark be at the next hymn-sing? Is he Amish or English? Will he like her favorite pink dress? Will she see the wild horses again? Why do these phantom-like animals take her breath away every time they appear on the horizon? Review"As a writer who is Amish, Byler draws on her personal experience to present an authentic portrait of life in the sect. This gentle romance by the author of the "Lizzie Searches for Love" series will please CF readers who can't get enough fiction about the Plain People."-Library Journal *"Author Linda Byler is Amish, which sets this book apart both in the rich detail of Amish life and in the lack of melodrama over disappointments and tragedies. Sadie demonstrates courage, compassion and contentment, and Byler's writing will leave readers eager for the next book in the series." *-Publishers WeeklyAbout the AuthorLinda Byler grew up Amish and is an active member of the Amish church today. Growing up, Linda Byler loved to read and write. In fact, she still does. She is well known within the Amish community as a columnist for a weekly Amish newspaper. Linda and her husband, their children and grandchildren live in central Pennsylvania.

He offers her his hand, but will she ever take his heart? When Levi Miller learns Eve Summy will be forced to marry her would-be attacker or get shunned, he marries her instead. Now husband and wife, but complete strangers, they must figure out how to live together in harmony. But with Levi's family questioning the motives for their surprise wedding, getting to know each other—and possibly finding love along the way—is harder than they expected.From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.

Abigail has driven other suitors away, but can Micah find a way to show her he cares?Being a caregiver for Micah Zook's grandmother is the answer to Abigail's prayers. In fact, the elderly lady keeps finding ways to set Abigail up with her grandson. Despite Abigail's constant chatter, Micah realizes he's beginning to care for her—until he makes a decision that leaves her feeling betrayed. With Christmas in their midst, can Micah find a way to reconcile with Abigail and to reveal the true feelings of his heart?

A romance novel by an Amish writer, based on true experiences!It isn't that Lizzie doesn't want to stay Amish. It's just that there is so much to figure out.Like why can't she let her hair be a little looser on top?And why can't she wear shoes with a little bit more of a heel?And will she ever really just know for a fact who she is going to marry like her next-older sister, Emma, does?And how does it happen that her just-younger sister, Mandy, is going on a date before Lizzie ever has a real one?So does it matter at all if she eats one more whoopie pie? Amos seems to like her a lot when she pounds out the ping-pong games. He even asks her to be his partner in doubles. But then he asks Ruthie if he can take her home!It has been this way Lizzie's whole life.She has too hot a temper. She hates housework and dislikes babies. She loves driving fast horses but is petrified of going away from home for a week to work as a maud (maid).Now that Lizzie is...

Doris Glick’s beau has done more than enough to cause pain to his family and everyone in the district. Surely, he is finished causing upset. But no… Now, his carelessness lands him in the hospital. Doris is beside herself. She’s tired of making excuses for him, tired of defending him, tired of him.But how can she break up with him when he’s hurt? What kind of person would she be? The only person she really wants to confide in is her adopted cousin, Matthew Wanner. As Christmas approaches, she becomes more and more drawn to Matthew. What kind of holiday can it be, when everything is in such a mess?Matthew is moving quickly toward asking Annie Hersberger to marry him. While Doris does her best to support him, her heart is breaking. Has she trapped herself with a beau she doesn’t love? Will she ever find the courage to confess to Matthew how she really feels?