Listening to Love
Listening to Love by Beth Wiseman, published by Zondervan on April 13, 2021, is a 304-page novel that explores the complexities of friendship and love between an Englisch girl and an Amish boy. The story centers on Natalie Collins, who enjoys her weekly Friday night suppers with the Shetler family, particularly cherishing her bond with Lucas, Levi’s older brother. As their friendship deepens, they navigate the challenges posed by their differing backgrounds and the expectations of those around them, including family concerns and personal aspirations.
In this second installment of the Amish Journeys series, readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of faith, community, and the struggle to remain true to oneself amid external pressures. The plot thickens when a sudden accident forces Natalie and Lucas to confront their feelings and the realities of their lives. This edition includes discussion questions for book clubs, making it suitable for readers interested in thoughtful engagement with the material. The book is presented in English and offers a clean and wholesome romantic storyline set against the backdrop of Amish culture.
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Falling in love can only mean trouble for an Englisch girl and an Amish boy… unless there’s another way for them to listen to their hearts.
Englischer Natalie Collins looks forward to Friday night suppers at Levi and Mary Shetler’s house every week: delicious food, wonderful conversation with her Amish friends, and, best of all, the presence of Levi’s older brother Lucas. Natalie and Lucas have become best friends despite their different backgrounds. They share a love of books, and he is teaching her about God in a way she can understand.
But the closer they become, the more opinions everyone seems to have. Levi and Mary, Lucas’s family, and even Natalie’s mother–whose own life is a mess at the moment–have concerns about their relationship. Why can’t everyone understand that it’s possible to just be friends Besides, they couldn’t be together even if they wanted to be. Lucas would never leave the Amish faith, and Natalie is Englisch and pursuing a degree in veterinary medicine.
But when a terrifying accident happens, Natalie and Lucas are forced to confront their true feelings and decide if they can stay true to themselves and each other.
This sweet Amish story is the second in the Amish Journeys series by bestselling author Beth Wiseman.
“I always find Beth Wiseman’s books to be both tenderly romantic and thought provoking. She has a way of setting a scene that makes me feel like I’m part of an Amish community and visiting for supper. I loved the title of this book, the message about faith and God, and the heartfelt romance between Lucas and Natalie. Listening to Love has everything I love in a Beth Wiseman novel–a strong faith message, a touching romance, and a beautiful sense of place. Beth is such an incredibly gifted storyteller.” –Shelley Shepard Gray
“Listening to Love is vintage Beth Wiseman…clear your calendar because you’re going to want to read this one in a single sitting.” –Vannetta Chapman, author of Shipshewana Amish Mystery Series
- Part of the Amish Journey series: Book One: Hearts in Harmony, Book Two: Listening to Love, Book Three: A Beautiful Arrangement
- Book length: approximately 85,000 words
- Includes discussion questions for book clubs
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