Ties That Bind by Cindy Woodsmall

 

I found this book to be a slow read, the characters were interesting but the story line was scattered and confusing.I just had hard time trying to read it. It went from one thing to another . The story doesn't keep you interested in reading it.I found myself putting it down for long periods of time ,I just couldn't get into it.

 

A complimentary copy was provided for review.

 

The Winnowing Season By Cindy Woodsmall.

The Winnowing Season by Cindy Woodsmall is the second book in the Amish Vine and Orchards trilogy, and it isn't necessary to read the first book to enjoy this one. Ms. Woodsmall provided enough information to allow me not only to connect with the characters but to understand the issues they were facing as well.I always enjoy reading Amish fiction that allows me to feel like I become part of the story and that's how I felt while reading the Winnowing Season. I look forward to going back and reading the first book.


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Nearing Home By Billy Graham.

I have tried to read every book that Billy Graham has ever written, because he truly seems to be a man who has lived his life being about God's business. In Nearing Home he shares true stories, His and others have experienced as they have gotten older T.he first sentence had Billy Graham saying He never thought he would live to be as old as he is and jokingly said old age is not for sissies.He was amazed  at the way God lead him to live the life he has been allowed to live. He now shares the knowledge that he finds comfort in the fact that God will not forsake him in his final stretch toward home. this book is comprised of 10 chapters and in each Mr Graham uses scripture and personal stories to speak to the reader.I can understand why this book was chosen 2012's book of the year.

Letters to Katie By Kathleen Fuller.

I read a lot of Amish novels and some seem to follow a certain format it's like a girl with two guy interested in her or vice versa. you kinda know whats going to happen in the beginning because it's the same old , same old. Letters from Katie was just like that, Good if your looking for a typical  Amish romance this it.I  like the book but just didn't love it. One thing that bothered me was that the Author didn't transition smoothly between characters you some times had to stop reading to figure out who you are reading about. Over all book like not love, and I am not sure I will  read the next one in the series.

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His Love Endures Forever. By Beth Wiseman.

Danielle Kent an Englisher teen is in love with an Amish man, Matthew Lapp, but more than that she finds herself pregnant, caring Matthews child, When she discloses this information she is shocked that Matthew never really loved her and planed on leaving the Amish faith, the area, along with her and her child.When a childhood friend who also happens to be Amish offers to marry her and raise the baby as his own, What will Danielle do? Can Matthew really turn his back on his unborn child and leave his faith behind? You must read "His Love Endures Forever" to find out. 

The Gaither Bible review.

This Bible is so unique ans interesting  the individual  stories that each member of the group tells  is such a personal few of Their experience in their walk with God makes them appear to be just like use, real every day people. I also love the  poems and songs that are included in this book, There is a list of the songs in the back  that tells you where to find them there is also a unique 60 day reading guide that will allow you a complete over view of the bible.The pictures are really pretty this book is such a wonderful addition to any ones library  or to have on your coffee table at home,What a wonderful Christmas gift this would make you just can't go wrong purchasing the bible.

Arms Of Love By Kelly Long.

I am a huge fan of Amish fiction and this book was different than any other amish book I have read.What makes it different is that it takes place around the revolutionary time period. another thing that was interesting
about the story was one brother wanted to be a preacher but the other brother was more suitable.Also  with any Amish fiction i have read they always choose their spiritual leader by lot. I would recommend this book for any who enjoys reading about this time period, because it was easy to see the Author had researched the period in which she was writing about.