A CHRISTMAS REUNION by Shelley Shepard Gray: Tricia Troyer is thrilled when Brandt Massey, her cousin’s English friend, joins the Troyers’s holiday gathering for the second year in a row. When Brandt asks Tricia to be his girlfriend, they both know she’ll have important choices to make about her future. But the two aren’t as different as some believe-and with open hearts and understanding, their very own Christmas miracle just might be possible . . .
WE GATHER TOGETHER by Lenora Worth: When Lucas Myer meets Kayla Hollinger on the shores of Lake Erie, he’s smitten. The two plan to meet again-but soon enough they discover a problem: their relatives are locked in a longtime feud and forbid them to socialize. Fortunately, Lucas and Kayla are old enough to make their own decisions-and they decide to create a Christmas miracle of forgiveness and love . . .
HITTING ALL THE RIGHT NOTES by Rachel J. Good: Years ago, Andrew was banished by his Amish family when he chose a career in music. And now, just before Christmas, he and his band find themselves stranded after their manager absconds with their money. Desperate, Andrew is offered a job teaching piano-but that’s just the first miracle. His work will not only bless others in need, but a longtime fan might just capture his heart-and even lead him home . .
My Review:
Three heartwarming holiday novellas that share one common thread: Christmas family reunions, Amish style.
Shelley Shepard Gray’s classic storytelling creates drama and hope around a forbidden Amish/Englisch romance that seems doomed from the start. That forbidden love theme continues when Lenora Worth’s hero and heroine are thwarted by feuding families. And the love of forbidden music complicates the lives of one Amish couple looking for a Christmas miracle in Rachel J. Good’s novella.
Simple details of Amish holiday traditions bring a gentle festive touch to these stories. A lovely addition to any library’s Christmas collection.
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These novellas sound like a cooling breeze in July! Kathleen lanehillhouse(at)gmail(dot)com
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Yes, a great way to get respite from the heat. Happy Reading, Kathleen!
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We are book twinning for two days in a row. A festive Christmas read.
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Woohoo — great readers think alike. 🙂
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1, too, very much enjoyed reading THE CHRISTMAS GATHERING. It’s not only a great read, but a great way to learn about some of the Amish Christmas traditions.
Have a fabulous Friday Kav and may it take you to a fun filled weekend!
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There’s something special about an Amish Christmas story and this book has three of them! Happy Reading, Kay!
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I have always like the way the Amish spend Christmas. It shows you don’t need a lot of material things to celebrate the birth of Jesus. Everyone gets so busy with the gifts, parties, etc. that the real meaning of Christmas gets lost. These novellas sound so good.
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I agree. There’s something to be said for slowing down and enjoying the moment and the relationships while remembering the true meaning of Christmas. I think Amish stories capture that so well. Happy Reading, rubynreba!
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Sounds like a great read during this hot and humid July weather. Thanks for sharing!
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I have to admit – I’m quite enjoying visiting snowy places this month. I’m almost craving a good snowstorm. 🙂 Happy Reading, Connie!
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Amish and Christmas go together like peanut butter & jelly!! I especially enjoy Shelley Shepard Gray’s stories.
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She’s one of the best! Happy Reading, Trixi!
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