The Angel of Forest Hill
An Amish Christmas Romance
Hardcover
$14.99
Oct 4, 2016 | 208 PagesISBN: 9781601427052Ebook
$9.99
Oct 4, 2016 | 208 PagesISBN: 9781601427069
About The Angel of Forest Hill
A time of anticipation. A season of miracles.
Because of Joel’s impossible situation, twenty-one-year-old Rose must sacrifice everything. As days pass into years in the midst of the beautiful hills, the laughter of children, and God’s providence—is it too much for Rose to hope for love in return?
An amazing journey toward love and belonging, filled with the wonder of the season of Christ’s birth.
When Old Order Amish Rose Kurtz is asked to leave her family, travel deep into West Virginia, and help Joel Dienner with his children in the wake of tragedy, the quiet young woman recognizes a home where she might find kindness instead of criticism and hope replacing harsh words. She agrees to stay in Forest Hill and become Joel’s wife for the sake of his family needs, but their marriage is to be a partnership, one built from need, not love and affection.
As the years pass, Rose continues to beckon Joel to join life again, to take joy in his growing children, and to awaken his heart to the possibility of new love. Joel hopes that Rose can move beyond deep-rooted hurts to see the beautiful Christmas ahead, their season. But will the arrival of a beautiful widow and a series of misunderstandings reverse how far Rose and Joel have come.
Because of Joel’s impossible situation, twenty-one-year-old Rose must sacrifice everything. As days pass into years in the midst of the beautiful hills, the laughter of children, and God’s providence—is it too much for Rose to hope for love in return?
An amazing journey toward love and belonging, filled with the wonder of the season of Christ’s birth.
When Old Order Amish Rose Kurtz is asked to leave her family, travel deep into West Virginia, and help Joel Dienner with his children in the wake of tragedy, the quiet young woman recognizes a home where she might find kindness instead of criticism and hope replacing harsh words. She agrees to stay in Forest Hill and become Joel’s wife for the sake of his family needs, but their marriage is to be a partnership, one built from need, not love and affection.
As the years pass, Rose continues to beckon Joel to join life again, to take joy in his growing children, and to awaken his heart to the possibility of new love. Joel hopes that Rose can move beyond deep-rooted hurts to see the beautiful Christmas ahead, their season. But will the arrival of a beautiful widow and a series of misunderstandings reverse how far Rose and Joel have come.
Product Details
208 pages | Published by WaterBrook
On Sale Date: Oct 4, 2016
Trim Size: 5-3/16 x 8
Carton Quantity: 12
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Click Here to download the first chapter of The Angel of Forest Hill by Cindy Woodsmall About The Angel of Forest Hill by Cindy Woodsmall When Old Order Amish Rose Kurtz is asked to leave her family, travel deep into West Virginia, and help Joel Dienner with his children in the wake of tragedy, the quiet young woman recognizes a home where she might find kindness instead of criticism. Hope replacing harsh words. She agrees to stay in Forest Hill and become Joel’s wife for the sake of his family needs, but their marriage is to be a partnership, one built from need, not love and affection. As the years pass Rose continues to beckon Joel to join life again, to take joy in his growing children, and to awaken his heart to the possibility of new love. Joel, too, hopes that Rose can move beyond deep-rooted hurts to see the beautiful Christmas ahead, their season— and Joel’s longing for more than friendship. But will the arrival of a beautiful widow and a series of misunderstandings threaten to reverse how far Rose and Joel have come? Filled with deep emotion and the wonder of the season of Christ’s birth, The Angel of Forest Hill invites readers experience an amazing journey toward love and belonging.News
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Can you imagine being one of twelve children in a family? What if you were the only girl in the Amish family? You would be working long hours helping with the laundry, dishes, cooking and cleaning . Rose has not had an easy life and her relationship with her mother is quite strained. Rose is a sweet character with a heart of gold. Her mother however seems to criticize everything she does.
Joel has just lost his wife and is now left alone with three small children to raise. He is grieving and trying to do the best he can to keep his family together. I liked his character and thought he was a great father. He always put his children's needs first. Looks like help is on the way for Joel and his family. The Bishop has asked for Rose to go help Joel out. I wonder what Rose was thinking as she packed her bag to leave? What would the children be like? Would Joel be willing to let her help him?
After her arrival there is a quick marriage between the two. I'm sure it must have been awkward for both of them. I loved how Rose took to the children and treated them as her own . The story is emotional at times but it is a great reminder that love does conquer all. There were some disagreements along the way that really made the story so real. I loved the slow attraction between Joel and Rose.
What happens when Rose returns home after four years for a visit? Can she repair her relationship with her mother? I think I loved this part of the story especially because it was so honest and really showed how saying you were wrong is ok. Be sure you pick up a copy of this lovely Christmas story and fell the warmth and love of family .
"If you're broken but together, you can mend together."
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Blogging For Books. The review is my own opinion and I was not compensated for it.
About Cindy Woodsmall
Cindy Woodsmall is a New York Times and CBA best-selling author of numerous works of fiction and one of nonfiction. Her connection with the Amish community has been featured widely in national media. She lives in the Foothills of the North Georgia Mountains with her family.
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