Publisher Description:
ELLIE
Henry Yoder has been a thorn in my flesh since fourth grade. I can’t stand him. No matter that he’s my brother’s best friend.
No matter that all the young women in our community swoon every time he’s out on the hockey pond.
No matter that he has mesmerizing eyes a girl could get lost in. (Oh no, did I admit that out loud?) Scratch that.
No matter that he relentlessly pursues me no matter how many times I turn him down.
Henry Yoder is bad news.
But when I accidentally ride home with him from a singing…and accidentally kiss him, I know I’m in big trouble.
HENRY
I admit that I tricked Ellie Petersheim into a buggy ride, and I have the bruises on my back to prove it. Don’t ask.
But, somehow, during the tumultuous evening, I manage to kiss Ellie. And get this. She kisses me back. Jah, she said it was just a natural reaction, but my gut is telling me that deep down inside, she might like me just a smidgen. And it’s that smidgen that gives me hope.
But apparently, I’ve committed some type of unforgivable sin in the past to make Ellie despise me. And I have no clue what it is. Elijah doesn’t even know.
Eli’s been my best friend since the beginning of time. Hockey teammates on the pond. We’re thick as thieves. But now he’s convinced I’ve done something to his sister and is breathing threats and flinging hockey pucks at my head.
All I know is that I need forgiveness for something before I can make Ellie fall in love with me and we can ride off into the sunset together.
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My Review:
After reading this book, I can said that “I for sure and certain love Ellie Petersheim and Henry Yoder”, the two main characters in this book.
This is a light-hearted book that’s going to have you smiling and cheering for this sweet couple to find their happily-ever-after. The book also has a thread of faith, hope, and love that runs throughout the story as Ellie’s family faces difficulties that could change everything for Ellie and Henry.
If you wonder how an Amish theme can blend together with a hockey theme, authors Jennifer Spredemann and Brandi Gabriel make it work seamlessly in an unexpected way. You’ll love the way that Henry plans to make Ellie fall in love with him, and it’s the unexpected things along the way that make the story of Henry and Ellie so much fun. (One note: There is some kissing in this clean and sweet story, maybe more than you would normally expect in an Amish novel, but it’s all handled appropriately.)
I’m not sure if this is a stand-alone novel, but I’d love to read further adventures that involve Henry and Ellie.
I voluntarily received a copy of this book from the author. All opinions are my own.
About the Author:
Jennifer Spredemann
Heart-Touching Amish Fiction
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
Thank you for your heartfelt review, Patti! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed Henry and Ellie’s story.