PUBLISHER DESCRIPTION
Can love find a home for a runaway cowboy and the Amish woman he left behind?
Noah Detweiler thought he’d left his Amish life forever. After years on the Albertan prairie as a cowboy, he’s finally found peace with God and purpose at Second Chance Ranch working with special needs children. But when he discovers time is running out for any hope of reconciliation with his father, Noah is forced to revisit his past and the woman he left behind.
Rachel Erb remains content with Amish life on Prince Edward Island by focusing on her faith and her job caring for animals—until Noah returns and the secret longings of her heart are exposed. But loving Noah is destined to break her heart again—no matter what she chooses.
A future together seems as far out of reach as it ever has been for Noah and Rachel. Their dreams won’t be realized without sacrifice. Only who will pay the cost?
Endorsements
Amy Grochowski brings us another uplifting Amish story set against the beautiful backdrop of Prince Edward Island! I was swept up in this tale of family forgiveness, hard-won redemption, and a broken romance just begging to be mended. These true-to-life characters face difficult choices and soul-deep dilemmas, but as they follow their faith—and their hearts—old sorrows are washed away by new joy. The world needs more stories like Runaway Home!
—Laurel Blount
Carol Award Winner and Author of Shelter in the Storm
This book touched my heartstrings and reminded me that in order to find forgiveness and love, one must first find God. When Noah begins to put God first, everything else seems to fall into place. A beautiful reminder set in a lovely location and written by a gifted writer. I know you will love it!
—Lenora Worth
NY Times, USA Today, and PW bestselling author
My Review:
This book has a well-written, compelling storyline that quickly drew me into the lives of these characters; and the beautiful setting of Prince Edward Island is an interesting setting for an Amish story. Both Noah and Rachel have compelling stories, and I liked the theme of a “second chance” romance. I also loved that this author made the Amish people seem “real”—the people of the Amish community weren’t perfect, and that made the book that much more interesting.
Noah and Rachel both had struggles with their families and had much to forgive. This theme of forgiveness and trust in God to help in difficult times was beautifully incorporated all throughout the storyline. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. This one goes on my list as one of my favorite Amish novels I’ve read this year, and I’m looking forward to reading more from this author.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Amy’s deep appreciation for the Amish faith and way of life stems from six years of living and working with a Beachy Amish family, as well as her own Anabaptist roots. Her debut novel, Forever Home, was a pre-published winner of Romance Writers of America’s Maggie Award and a semi-finalist in ACFW’s Genesis Contest. She is a member of ACFW and Word Weavers Int’l. Amy spent her childhood in Melbourne, Australia, where her parents worked as church planters. After returning to the States, the Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia became home. Her real life romance began on a travel nursing assignment to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where she met her husband, David. After a nursing career of more than twenty years, she is currently a full-time homeschool mom for her two boys, one of whom has Autism Spectrum Disorder, and author of contemporary and historical inspirational romance. Amy lives with her family in the bustling foothills of North Carolina.
Thank you, Patti, for this lovely review of Runaway Home. It always thrills this writer’s heart to hear such touching praise. I fell in love with Noah too while writing. And I loved Rachel from the moment she was created in the first book. I’ve been longing to tell her story. So glad you loved them too!