by
Ruth Reid
- Paperback: 368 pages
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson (January 1, 2013)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1595547908
- ISBN-13: 978-1595547903
Please note that this is Book 3 in the A Heaven on Earth series
Katie has lived through tragedy and heartache. But with the angel Elias by her side, the best years of her life are just ahead.
When Katie Bender’s fiancé died in a tragic accident, so did her hope
of finding love. Though heartbroken, Katie is also practical. In the
years since the accident she has discovered her gift for teaching. But
when a tornado destroys her small Amish settlement, including the
schoolhouse, Katie doesn’t know how she will provide for herself.
Seth Stutzman arrived in Hope Falls days before the storm. And when
he helps usher Katie and the children to safety, sparks fly. But Seth is
only in town to help his brother, Amos, get back on his feet following
the death of his wife. He can’t afford to have feelings for Katie.
Rebuilding the community is a huge task, and soon, Katie and Seth are
working side by side. As they privately wrestle with their feelings for
each other, another silent—and ultimate—battle for their hearts rages
unseen.
Sworn to protect what God has ordained, the mighty angel Elias
appears to them as a mysterious visitor. And with his guidance, Katie
and Seth find the courage to take the first small steps toward the life,
and love, they were destined for.
Ruth Reid is a full-time pharmacist who lives in Florida with her
husband and three children. When attending Ferris State University
School of Pharmacy in Big Rapids, Michigan, she lived on the outskirts
of an Amish community and had several occasions to visit the Amish
farms. Her interest grew into love as she saw the beauty in living a
simple life.
Reader Review . . .
After losing her fiance in a tragic accident, Katie Bender found solace as well as a vocation in teaching. But when the school is destroyed by a tornado and the community doesn't want to rebuild, Katie's future is questionable. Fortunately, she has an angel by her side.
Upon first picking up this novel, I wasn't sure regarding the combination of Amish and angels. It sounded as though it might be a bit too "Touched by an Angel" for my liking. However, I have to admit that I enjoyed it. The battles between Elias and Razzen added a new depth to the typical Amish novel. And although the ending was predictable, the story made it worthwhile.
4 stars
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2013 A-Z Reading Challenge
Do you love to read? You know I do! Escape with Dollycas Into a Good Book is hosting a reading challenge for 2013.This challenge will run from January 1st, 2012 until December 31st, 2013.
You
can join anytime. It’s an alphabet challenge!!! The challenge is to
read one book starting with every letter of the alphabet.
So there are two different ways you can set up your own A-Z Reading Challenge.
A - Make a list on your blog from A-Z. Throughout the year, as you go along, add the books you are reading to the list. Towards the end of the year, you can check and see which letters you are missing and find books to fit.
OR
B - Make a list now of 26 books, picking one for each letter of the alphabet. For example: A – The Azalea Assault B- Blue Monday C – Crops and Robbers D – A Deadly Grind etc.
Books can be read in any order and all formats – print – e-book – audio – are acceptable for this challenge!
So there are two different ways you can set up your own A-Z Reading Challenge.
A - Make a list on your blog from A-Z. Throughout the year, as you go along, add the books you are reading to the list. Towards the end of the year, you can check and see which letters you are missing and find books to fit.
OR
B - Make a list now of 26 books, picking one for each letter of the alphabet. For example: A – The Azalea Assault B- Blue Monday C – Crops and Robbers D – A Deadly Grind etc.
Books can be read in any order and all formats – print – e-book – audio – are acceptable for this challenge!
Ready to join??
Sign up at Escape with Dollycas Into a Good Book and grab the button.
Non-bloggers you can join too! Just keep track any way you wish and enter a link below if available or sign up in the comment section. You can even set up a special shelf on Goodreads to help you keep track!
Need some help finding titles to match the alphabet – Jandy’s Reading Room has a wonderful list to get you started.
Here is my list:
A AN ANGEL BY HER SIDE - RUTH REID - 4 stars
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P PERIL: FROM JACKBOOTS TO JACK BENNY - PEARL GOODMAN
Q QUEEN OF THE AIR: A TRUE STORY OF LOVE AND TRAGEDY AT THE CIRCUS - DEAN JENSEN
R
S
T THE POSTMISTRESS-SARAH BLAKE
U UNCONQUERED: THE SAGA OF COUSINS JERRY LEE LEWIS, JIMMY SWAGGART, AND MICKY GILLEY - J.D. DAVIS
V VANISHED-IRENE HANNON
W
X
Y
Z
I will be updating my list and will keep it posted on here. Check back to see what I've read, and comment and let me know when you join the challenge. Here's to a year of good reading!
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B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P PERIL: FROM JACKBOOTS TO JACK BENNY - PEARL GOODMAN
Q QUEEN OF THE AIR: A TRUE STORY OF LOVE AND TRAGEDY AT THE CIRCUS - DEAN JENSEN
R
S
T THE POSTMISTRESS-SARAH BLAKE
U UNCONQUERED: THE SAGA OF COUSINS JERRY LEE LEWIS, JIMMY SWAGGART, AND MICKY GILLEY - J.D. DAVIS
V VANISHED-IRENE HANNON
W
X
Y
Z
I will be updating my list and will keep it posted on here. Check back to see what I've read, and comment and let me know when you join the challenge. Here's to a year of good reading!
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