I have greatly enjoyed Shelley Shepard Gray’s Brides of Pinecraft series, and it was so good to return to the setting and characters with this third book, A Wedding at the Orange Blossom Inn. In my review I wrote:
"Shelley Shepard Gray has a gift for making not only characters, but setting, come alive in this Amish Brides of Pinecraft series. Pinecraft, the small Amish community in the heart of Sarasota, Florida, offers a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere – and worship takes place in an Amish church rather than in their own homes. From ice cream at Olaf’s to pie at Yoder's, Shelley has made this community seem so real. It is delightful to see characters from the previous two books pop in occasionally, yet this story can stand alone." (See my full review here)
One of you will win a print copy of this book, thanks to Litfuse Publicity. All you need to do is share and leave a comment. Details at the end of this post.
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In the third book of New York Times-bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray's Amish Brides of Pinecraft series, a wedding brings together two young widowed parents . . . and gives them a second chance at love.
Emma Keim was heartbroken when her husband, Sanford, passed away, leaving her to raise three young daughters alone. Though several years have passed, her relatives have made it no secret that they expect Emma to remain a widow, mourning Sanford indefinitely. But when she meets Jay Hilty---a handsome widower with three young sons of his own---Emma is delighted to have a new friend who understands her struggles. Still, she is dismayed that her family is so opposed to their friendship---and the idea of it ever becoming anything more. She honors her husband's memory every day, but is she destined to be alone forever?
Emma's gentleness with Jay's boys stirs something in his heart that's been quiet for far too long. But when his oldest son becomes engaged to a local woman, suddenly Jay, Emma, and their children are swept up in wedding preparations. Witnessing his son's joy, Jay wonders if it's time for him to move forward, too, and find happiness again.
Once again, love has come to Pinecraft. But can these two parties of four become a happy, healthy family of eight?
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GIVEAWAY
To enter the drawing for A Wedding at the Orange Blossom Inn . . .
1) If you're on Facebook, please go to my Facebook page and share about this giveaway ("likes" are also very much appreciated).
2) If you enjoy Amish fiction, please recommend a title you have enjoyed recently.
BE SURE to leave your name and your email address in a safe format - [at] and [dot] - for the drawing. E-mail required for entry. Contest ends at midnight PST on Thursday, October 1. Winner will be chosen by Random.org and contacted by e-mail.
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Your books look so good and I would like to enter the contest.
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You're entered, Ann! Thanks for visiting today.
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DeleteLiked and shared on Facebook under Kathy Heare Watts. I especially enjoy series books. Redrabbitt (at) aol (dot) com
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing, Kathy. That really helps books get noticed. I really enjoy series books also and these don't end with cliffhangers like some.
DeleteI love her books. I know this one is great, too. I love Amish books.
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I think Amish books are my comfort reads, Susan. Thanks for visiting.
DeleteI liked and shared on db! There are so many Amish fiction books to recommend, my fave is Anathema by Collen Coble, it is intense.
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I'm making a note of that one, Linda. I haven't read much by her, so I appreciate your suggestion.
DeleteI entered, I think. Shared on facebook and commented. I havent read any of her books yet, but I usually enjoy a good Amish story.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing, Amy. If you enjoy Amish fiction, you will certainly like Shelley's series. I love the Pinecraft setting.
DeleteTies That Bind by Cindy Woodsmall is a wonderful story.
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Thank you for that suggestion, Virginia. Cindy is a very popular author, but I don't believe I've had the chance to read one of her books yet.
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That's happened to me before, Loretta. Sometimes this blogging program just likes to act up that way.
DeleteThanks for suggesting BJ Hoff. I loved her American Anthem series and will definitely look into her other books.
I am looking forward to reading this story. :-) I will share on Facebook, too.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing, Melissa. You didn't leave your email address, but I believe I found you on Facebook. Thanks for visiting today.
DeleteSo sorry that I didn't leave my email. Can I private message my email to you?
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DeleteI always enjoy Shelley's Amish books. I have been reading the Apple Creek series of Amish books by Patrick Craig. So far I have read A Quilt for Jenna, The Road Home, and Jenny's Choice. The newest book to this series is The Amish Heiress which I have not read yet. Will share this.
ReplyDeleteGlad you mentioned Patrick Craig's books, Beth, because I've been wanting to try him. I actually think I have a few of these on my Kindle, just need more time to read! Thanks for sharing, Beth.
DeleteI love Amish fiction. I just finished reading A Match for Addy by Emma Miller. I would love to read Shelley's new book. I love the Pinecraft setting.
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Maryann
I think I've got one of Emma Miller's books on my Kindle, Maryann, and would love to read it soon. I hope they keep publishing Amish books! I really enjoy the Pinecraft setting also. So different and relaxed.
DeleteI have numerous Amish books/series that I really like so I will give the series that I'm reading right now, The Amish of Bee County by Kelly Irvin. I am on the second book, "The Bishop's Son".
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Wendy, I don't believe I've read any of Kelly Irvin's books yet, something I really need to correct! Thanks also for sharing.
DeleteI just finished The Brightest & Best, I do enjoy Amish stories! Liked & shared ;)
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There's so much I enjoy about Amish stories, Deanna, but what I appreciate most is that you can usually count on a strong spiritual message. Thanks so much for sharing.
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ReplyDeleteThe latest Amish fiction books that I read were, The Lopsided Christmas Cake by Wanda Brunstetter and The Photograph by Beverly Lewis. Both were fantastic reads! I have met both Wanda and Beverly in person at book signings and they are the sweetest ladies ever!
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Liked and Shared on Facebook.
ReplyDeleteI am currently reading "Huckleberry Hearts" by Jennifer Beckstrand.
I've read the shorter Amish stories like the books in the Love Inspired series.
ReplyDeleteI didn't realize that there are Amish communities that far south( Florida)....I thought they were only in the Midwest and East Coast.
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Liked and shared! I just read Her last book and it was awesome! Looking forward to reAding this book also!
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