Ruth’s Ginger Snap Surprise
Ruth’s Ginger Snap Surprise by Anne Blackburne, published by Barbour Publishing in December 2023, is a 256-page work that delves into the life of Ruth Helmuth, a determined Amish woman striving to maintain her family farm after the death of her husband, Levi. Faced with the bishop’s suggestion to relinquish her farm to another family, Ruth’s resilience is tested as she navigates her responsibilities while managing her herd of goats and household.
In this story, readers will find themes of faith, hope, and romance woven into Ruth’s journey as she encounters widower Jonas Hershberger, who seeks a larger space for his business and a mother for his young daughter, Abigail. As Ruth and Jonas grapple with their independent lives, they must confront their fears and secrets while exploring the potential for love and partnership. The narrative captures the essence of community and the challenges of personal growth within the context of Amish life, making it a thoughtful addition to the Heart of Amish series.
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Ruth Defies Authority to Hold on to her Family Farm
Full of faith, hope, and romance, this new series takes you into the Heart of Amish country.
Ruth Helmuth has never been rude in her life; trust her to choose the bishop of her Amish community for her first time!
Ruth has worked hard to keep body and soul together since her husband, Levi’s, death. She tends her herd of goats, making her living from the milk and fiber she gets from them, all while running a farm and household by herself–and very competently, thank you! How could she imagine the bishop suggesting she should give it all up to another family, who will “make better use of the space”?
Enter widower Jonas Hershberger, owner of a pair of adorable dimples and father of a charming 4-year-old daughter. Jonas is in need of a larger place to house his growing business. Ruth’s big red barn may be just the ticket. Little Abigail is in need of a new mother. Ruth might be just the ticket there, too!
Can two independent souls learn to work together for their mutual good? And will they be willing to explore what grows between them? Or will Ruth’s fear over her “big secret” and Jonas’s caution about allowing someone new to get close to his young daughter, kill their love before it has a chance to grow?
Luckily for both of them, God’s plan involves the stubborn pair getting a little help in the form of a wise, elderly friend; a quirky orange kitten; and a smart little girl who takes one look at Ruth and decides she would make her the perfect new mother!
The Heart of the Amish Series Also Includes:
The Flower Quilter by Mindy Steele
The Quilt Room Secret by Lisa Jones Baker
Courting the Amish Bishop by Mindy Steele
Mary’s Calico Hope by Anne Blackburne
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