PUBLISHER DESCRIPTION:
They’re perfect for each other. Yet, their love is forbidden. And then, there are the secrets…Ever since Shiloh Miller was paired up with handsome Mikey Eicher at her best friend’s wedding, she’s been head-over-heels for him. But Mikey has a penchant for trouble. Just like his father, according to her dat, Silas. Which is why she’s been forbidden to date him. But in spite of Dat’s insistence, her heart has other plans.Mikey wants Shiloh in his life more than anything, but his soul yearns for the Englisch world. He chalks up his desires to being born and adopted outside the Amish in his tender years. Between Silas’s view on his and Shiloh’s relationship, and the quarrel with his grossdawdi Sammy, Mikey is more than ready to leave his Amish community and try out a different life.All is going as planned until his life is turned upside down and he learns a secret that will rock everyone’s world. Will Mikey lose those he loves the most when the walls cave in around him?
The Healer is the heart-touching eleventh book in the Amish Country Brides series from USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Spredemann!
Click here to purchase a copy:
My Review:
I love it when a book surprises me and takes a different direction than I had first thought it would. This story did just that. I have to admit that when I read the first few pages, I had the idea that this book was going to be following the “typical” storyline that we read in many Christian fiction books. However, there were two or three twists that I didn’t see coming that took this story in a thoughtful, heart-warming direction.
The main character, Mikey, is a compassionate, immature young man who made a foolish mistake. He’s resolved to put that behind him and live a responsible life. Mikey’s story (which includes his girlfriend Shiloh) was the part of the book that surprised me—in a good way. They decided to have their own version of “rumspringa” and made choices which were somewhat immature and naive. I liked both of these characters and there were parts of their story that made me smile.
This book has some needed themes about forgiving others; reconciliation and God’s love for us. There’s some lessons for all of us to take to heart. The way of forgiveness may be a difficult one, but the rewards are great.
This is another beautiful story from this author. As always, I’m looking forward to her next book.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.
About Jennifer Spredeman:
USA Today Bestselling Author Jennifer (J.E.B.) Spredemann seeks to pen compelling stories that captivate readers and bring glory to GOD. She has authored over three dozen Amish fiction titles in her “can’t-put-down” writing style, some which have won awards. She resides in Indiana Amish Country with her family on a former Amish farm where the documentary Breaking the Silence was filmed. “…Spredemann weaves a thread of love and intrigue into a quilt of faith and values.” – reader review
jebspredemann@gmail.com
