Bookends
Bookends by Liz Curtis Higgs, published by PRH Christian Publishing on May 4, 2005, is a first edition novel comprising 352 pages. Set in a charming Pennsylvania town, the story follows Emilie Getz and Jonas Fielding, two individuals who, despite sharing the same faith and age, are starkly different in their interests and approaches to life. Emilie is passionate about history and adhering to rules, while Jonas thrives on new ideas and breaking conventions. Their contrasting personalities lead to a spirited conflict as Emilie’s quest for an archaeological treasure brings her into direct opposition with Jonas.
Readers will find a narrative rich in humor and romance as Emilie and Jonas navigate their differences and stubborn hearts. The story explores themes of control, personal growth, and the unexpected connections that can arise between opposites. As Emilie’s determination clashes with Jonas’s mission to bring joy into her life, the plot unfolds with engaging twists and turns. This contemporary tale reflects on the complexities of relationships, making it a thoughtful exploration of love and faith within the framework of fiction.
Official synopsis Publisher
Opposites attract? Maybe not.
Emilie Getz and Jonas Fielding are as different as two people—of the same age, with the same faith, living in the same charming Pennsylvania town—could be.
She loves history; he loves new ideas. She sticks to the rules; he likes to break them. She’s into saving relics; he’s into saving souls. The one trait they share is a penchant for controlling every aspect of their lives, including their stubborn hearts.
When Emilie’s search for an archaeological treasure leads her to the one piece of land she can’t have (thanks to Jonas), they choose opposing sides in an engaging battle of wits. Emilie, a no-nonsense sort of woman, is determined to have her way. But Jonas is on a mission as well: He wants to hear Emilie laugh. Often.
Reviews
“Liz Curtis Higgs mixes her usual humor into this entertaining story of roller-coaster romance.”
Christian Retailing
“Delicious as Moravian sugar cake! Readers will love it.”
Lori Copeland, author of Roses Will Bloom Again
“Bookends is such fun…rich in character, setting, and spiritual dimensions.”
Gayle Roper, author of Winter Winds
“A great story with believable characters, realistic situations, and a sprinkling of Higgs’s humor.”
K-LOVE News & Reviews
“Declare a holiday and cozy up with this engaging novel.”
Patsy Clairmont, author of Stardust on My Pillow
Story Behind the Book
Though she has traveled the world, Liz Curtis Higgs is a small-town girl at heart. In Bookends, Liz invites readers to visit a place she knows well: her hometown of Lititz, nestled in the rolling hills of historic Lancaster County , Pennsylvania . Fond memories of her childhood years in the Moravian church—one of the oldest of the Protestant denominations—and her love for Lititz history and traditions serve as a solid underpinning for this lively contemporary tale. Like many couples, Emilie and Jonas resemble human bookends—opposites in every way—until Emilie’s joy-filled spiritual awakening turns their stubborn hearts in the same happy direction.
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