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	An Amish Story I Enjoyed  Oct 28, 2009
I had the wonderful opportunity to visit Lancaster County this past summer and finally got to experience what the Amish lifestyle really was about. It was wonderful to see all the books I've read come to life. I was able to fully appreciate and understand everything I had read about the culture. Therefore I was excited when I read this book because I recognized the settings because I had actually been there. This story was really fun to read. I loved learning more about the culture and it was interesting to see Lillian change throughout the book. I felt that the Stoltzfus family were a bit less traditional than most other Old Order Amish families. They didn't seem as strict or condemning as other stories have portrayed families who have lost a child to the "outside world." I also remember reading that they had a recliner in the house. I guess I just had this feeling that the Amish only had wooden furniture and never pictured a lazy boy in the middle of the living room. I was glad that her grandparents did allow her to wear her jeans until she felt comfortable enough to wear Amish clothing. Also loved reading about the food because I absolutely love Amish food. While I really liked this book, I did feel that it seemed to fall in the stereotype that everyone who comes in touch with the Amish suddenly wants to become one. It also bugged me a little that Lillian just assumed she's Amish because it's in her blood. While she may have Amish roots, she was raised "Englisch" so she's not Amish by choice. I wasn't really a fan of Samuel although I did like his son very much. He just came across as very standoffish to me. Overall I really liked the author's style of writing. It was a very refreshing read and it made me eager to read the rest of the books in the series. This is one of those Amish books that I really liked. It doesn't feel like an agenda is being pushed at you. It's more comfort reading than escapist reading this time around.
	Okay, but didn't find the romance convincing  Oct 27, 2009
One thing that this author does very well is portray a convincing transformation of the main character, Lillian, from "English" to Amish. I was quite impressed with that aspect. The way that she gradually eases into some of the Amish practices, and then a few more, and the reasons for doing so, were very convincing. Unfortunately, I did not find the romantic interest very convincing, and that was a huge part of the book. Samuel Stolzfus, an Amish widower with a young son, is portrayed as not believing that marriage with Lillian would be an option, as she is non-Amish. However, he is very clearly attracted to her, knows it, knows his son is hoping she'll be his mother, and so, he spends lots of times hanging around with her saying they're just friends. He just wasn't written in a way to convince me that he was that foolish, and I also have a hard time believing that sort of conduct would be accepted among the Amish between two single people, one Amish and one not. Then there's Lillian's grandfather who also, unbelieavably encourages the relationship before Lillian has even come close to converting. I didn't find his interaction with their relationship that convincing either. Then there's the portion that may not apply to most people. Lillian comes across as much more the bubbly sort than I would normally gravitate toward. The fact that I wasn't drawn to her character probably led me to be a bit less willing to suspend disbelief than the average reader. I've read the next book in this series, and actually liked it a bit better (though Samuel's character no longer seems like the same person.). But, if you're looking for a book from the Amish genre to pass an afternoon with, I'd recommend instead Leah's Choice: Pleasant Valley Book One
	Amish Plain Perfect  Sep 17, 2009
I can't get enough of these wonderful heart touching and soul searching books. What an awesome read. I am clearly addicted. Denise in NC
	Wunderbaar, Wunderbaar, Wunderbaar!!!  Sep 16, 2009
A wunderbaar Amish novel set in the quaint Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Beth Wiseman combines love, faith in God, friendship and family in a way that captures the reader and holds them to the very end! Lillian Miller, trying to escape a life of lies and a relationship she doesn't need, flees to her Amish grandparents' home in Lancaster County, knowing all along that she will never fit in with her modern style. While there, she discovers truths about her past...things her mother never told her. Samuel Stoltzfus is a young Amish widow, trying to raise his young son. He meets the young Englischer, the granddaughter of his close friends. He knows the rules of the Ordnung, but can he truly deny what he feels in his heart??? She's forced to choose between two worlds...one of lies and abuse, and one of simple, family oriented, Godly, plain living...and a life with a wunderbaar, caring man. What will happen to Lillian and her perfect, modern life and Samuel, with his plain living? Will they face the truth of their feelings, hearts and God and become Plain Perfectin this amazing inspirational novel? Grab some coffee and a copy of Beth's novel, sit back and enjoy! You'll be glad you did! This book truly deserves to be highly praised and I think you'll agree once you,too, have read Plain Perfect by Beth Wiseman!!!!! Two thumbs up and five stars to Mrs. Wiseman!!!
	A Well-Written Amish Tale  Sep 13, 2009
I enjoyed Beth Wiseman's Plain Perfect last year so when the Thomas Nelson book review program offered her new book Plain Promise (A Daughters of the Promise Novel) I was happy to request a copy. Plain Promise is the story of Sadie Fisher, a young Amish widow who rents out her guest house to a single man from California. Shortly thereafter, his autistic young son is dropped off by his ex-wife, who shortly thereafter is killed in a car accident. Kade is a wealthy developer who, despite all his toys, is deeply unhappy. She feels attracted to him, but knows that being with him would mean leaving her family and friends. She has been corresponding with an Amish man in Texas for some time; will she marry him? Kade is attracted to her, and to some extent, to the Amish lifestyle, but can he fully accept the Amish lifestyle? The book also contains a sub-plot about a romance between two elderly Amish, which I thought was sweet. I enjoyed the book. There were a few references to characters featured in Wiseman's other books, but this book is fine as a stand-alone novel. As in Plain Perfect, the outsider comes to Lancaster County looking for peace on his or her own terms and finds it on Amish terms. I'd be real curious to know how often people to convert to the Amish faith/lifestyle and how often it really sticks. As fascinating as I find the Amish, I find it extremely difficult to imagine leaving this life for theirs. Faith is a part of the book, but isn't really preachy. Plain Promise is an easy feel-good read and I recommend it to those who enjoy books about the Amish or those who like clean romances.

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