ReviewsPraise for Jennifer Beckstrand's Sweet Romance Novels: "Humor infuses the story...A gentle sense of belief in God's plan is inherent in the goings-on, but religious themes remain subtle. Beckstrand's fans will enjoy this playful story." --Publishers Weekly on T he Amish Quiltmakers Unruly In-Law "Along with a heartwarming romance, [Huckleberry Hill] offers a well-researched glimpse into the customs of the Amish, their close-knit family life and traditions." --Country Woman on Huckleberry Hill "Beckstrand's gentle love story is brimming with everyday details about the Amish way of life, making it a sweet treat for fans of Beverly Lewis and Wanda Brunstetter." --Booklist on Huckleberry Hearts "A 'wonderful-gute' novel that celebrates women's resourceful strength and pluck...Delightfully sweet." --Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW for Sweet as Honey "A heart-warming story of faith, hope, and second chances. The story will captivate readers who love the Amish culture and enjoy an endearing romance." --Amy Clipston, bestselling author of A Place at Our Table on Huckleberry Hill "Absolutely darling...[Beckstrand's] writing sparkles." --The Idaho Statesman on Huckleberry Summer "The second, moving title of Beckstrand's Petersheim Brothers series...is an endearing romance that fans of Wanda Brunstetter will love." --Publishers Weekly on Abraham "The book has amusing elements--those impish twins! And deep, spiritual conversations." --Kirkus Reviews on Andrew
Series Volume Number5
SynopsisEven with her thriving quilt shop and baby-on-the-way, Colorado Amish quiltmaker Esther Kiem always has time for matchmaking--even when it comes to her frustratingly exacting distant cousin!, Even with her thriving quilt shop and baby-on-the-way, Colorado Amish quiltmaker Esther Kiem always has time for matchmaking--even when it comes to her frustratingly exacting distant cousin! Infused with her signature humor and saturated with heart, award-winning, USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Beckstrand blends quilting, mischief, and matchmaking for the fifth Amish Quiltmaker romance--perfect for fans of Amy Clipston,Wanda Brunstetter, and Linda Byler. Esther's distant cousin, widower Menno Eicher, needs to be hard-headed and practical. Swamped by family and farm responsibilities, he must find the perfect wife as quickly as possible, so he's shown up in Colorado--with "finding a wife" on his To-Do list! Esther's community has many women who could match his ever-growing requirements. Still, after a chance meeting, Menno keeps coming back to baker Joanna Yoder. Hard-working, honest, and forthright, she's distracting Menno from his search, opening his heart--yet refuses to believe he's falling hopelessly in love with her . . . Happily busy inventing and selling delicious desserts, Joanna has no time for someone as ridiculously exacting as Menno. After all, what sort of man thinks choosing a wife is like picking a pie at the general store? But she soon sees the surprisingly kind heart, doting father, and understanding man beneath his hard-to-please ways. With faith and genuine love, might the few things they have in common overcome the differences between them--and prove precious enough to risk a future together?, Even with her thriving quilt shop and baby-on-the-way, Colorado Amish quiltmaker Esther Kiem always has time for matchmaking-even when it comes to her frustratingly exacting distant cousin! Infused with her signature humor and saturated with heart, award-winning, USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Beckstrand blends quilting, mischief, and matchmaking for the fifth Amish Quiltmaker romance-perfect for fans of Amy Clipston,Wanda Brunstetter, and Linda Byler. Esther's distant cousin, widower Menno Eicher, needs to be hard-headed and practical. Swamped by family and farm responsibilities, he must find the perfect wife as quickly as possible, so he's shown up in Colorado-with "finding a wife" on his To-Do list! Esther's community has many women who could match his ever-growing requirements. Still, after a chance meeting, Menno keeps coming back to baker Joanna Yoder. Hard-working, honest, and forthright, she's distracting Menno from his search, opening his heart-yet refuses to believe he's falling hopelessly in love with her . . . Happily busy inventing and selling delicious desserts, Joanna has no time for someone as ridiculously exacting as Menno. After all, what sort of man thinks choosing a wife is like picking a pie at the general store? But she soon sees the surprisingly kind heart, doting father, and understanding man beneath his hard-to-please ways. With faith and genuine love, might the few things they have in common overcome the differences between them-and prove precious enough to risk a future together?