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Secrecy kept her family safe…Will she risk it all for a chance at love?Carolyn Wiebe discarded her roots to hide her niece and nephew from their violent father. Yet when a hurricane crashes into their isolated life, she can no longer keep the world at bay. With Christmas approaching, carpenter Michael Miller wants to help her rebuild her home. But can their love withstand the rising storm of her secrets?

Patching hearts wasn’t the plan…But this father and daughter need her help.Overseeing kitchen volunteers while the community rebuilds after a flood, Abby Kauffman doesn’t expect to get in between Englischer David Riehl and the orphaned teenager he’s raising. But Abby can tell David is struggling, and she’s determined to help him bond with the girl. Might Abby be the missing ingredient to bring this makeshift family together for Easter?

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.Amish Family TiesHannah Lambright becomes an instant mother when her estranged father abandons his toddler daughter on her doorstep. The pretty beekeeper knows all about honey–and nothing about tending to a kinder, especially one with special needs. She''s grateful to Daniel Stoltzfus for offering to help care for her sister in exchange for Hannah''s beekeeping skills on a hive at his workplace. But the handsome carpenter broke her heart years ago and she''s afraid it''s never quite mended. Yet spending time with the boppli whisperer and the sweet little girl has love-shy Hannah hoping the family they''re forming will last forever.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.The Amish NannyAs temporary guardian of two sets of young and energetic twins, widowed minister Isaiah Stoltzfus needs a nanny immediately. Keeping the kids happy and safe while also trying to run his blacksmith shop is becoming impossible. So when Clara Ebersol arrives to help, Isaiah is relieved. Able to soothe, teach and delight the children, Clara feels like family. Love-shy Isaiah knows that recently jilted Clara isn''t looking for marriage, either. But with matchmakers–including four young kinder–on the job, Isaiah and Clara may soon find their hands clasped in matrimony.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.Embark on a journey through Amish countryside in this uplifting romance by Jo Ann Brown, part of the Green Mountain Blessings series.Patching hearts wasn''t the plan… But this father and daughter needed her help.Overseeing kitchen volunteers while the community rebuilds after a flood, Abby Kauffman doesn''t expect to get in between Englischer David Riehl and the orphaned teenager he''s raising. But Abby can tell David is struggling, and she''s determined to help him bond with the girl. Might Abby be the missing ingredient to bring this makeshift family together for Easter?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness, and hope.Green Mountain Blessings:Book 1: An Amish Christmas PromiseBook 2: An Amish Easter WishBook 3: An Amish Mother''s Secret PastBook 4: An Amish Holiday Family

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.The Farmer''s Instant FamilyJeremiah Stoltzfus hopes the Amish community of Harmony Creek will provide a fresh start…until days before closing on his new farm, he finds a beautiful trespasser. Mercy Bamberger claims the property is hers, promised by her late grossdawdi. Jeremiah can''t turn out the single mom and her daughter, nor can he leave. His solution: temporarily sharing the farm until ownership is settled. Once a city kid adopted by a Mennonite family, Mercy yearns to make the farm a haven for unwanted children. But living beside the handsome Amish farmer has her yearning for everything that''s eluded her…laughter, love and a forever family.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.Rescued: Mother-to-BePregnant and without options, Katie Kay Lapp is trapped between two worlds–abandoned by her baby''s Englisch father, not ready to return to her Amish family. With nowhere to go, she''s rescued by the unlikeliest of heroes–the man whose heart she shattered. Months ago, Micah Stoltzfus courted her, envisioned a future with her, until she chose the big city over him. Now bound by duty to protect mother and child, Micah offers a solution–marriage. Though his heart never healed, he still cares for the Amish beauty. He knows he''ll be the father Katie Kay''s baby needs…but can he show her he''s also the love she''s always wanted?

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.The Prodigal Daughter Returns Ten years ago, Amish quiltmaker Leah Beiler and her twin brother left their community and family without a word. Now she''s finally come home–with her orphaned young niece. Leah has much to explain to so many, including Ezra Stoltzfus. Before she left, she dreamed of marrying the handsome dairy farmer. But now that she''s lived among the English and is raising a child who knows nothing of Amish ways, Ezra worries she''ll leave again. Leah will have to prove to Ezra that her future is in Paradise Springs–and with him–forever.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.A Convenient Wedding With a baby on the way, a toddler son to care for and a run-down farm, Amish widow Rebekah Burkholder is worried for her family''s future. So when a kind, hardworking Amish widower with three children proposes marriage for sensible reasons, Rebekah accepts. She''ll oversee Joshua Stoltzfus''s household, be a loving mother to his children and try to reach his rebellious teenager. Joshua will make a wonderful father to her young son and the little one soon to be born. But as Rebekah unexpectedly falls for her new husband, dare she hope that Joshua will reopen his heart to love, too?

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.An Amish ReunionNathaniel Zook returns to his Amish community of Paradise Springs after inheriting his grandparents'' alpaca farm–but knows nothing of the furry creatures. Only one person can teach him what he needs to know to save his family''s homestead. But his childhood best friend, Esther Stoltzfus, still the pretty tomboy he remembers, is unusually reluctant. Nathaniel suggests the schoolteacher bring along some students so they can all learn together. Suddenly, the sweet alpacas and a dear young orphaned boy are bringing Nathaniel and Esther closer than ever. Yet he''ll have to risk sharing all that''s in his heart to form the family he always dreamed of.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.Will she jeopardize her family secret for love?Secrecy kept her family safe…Will she risk it all for a chance at love?Carolyn Wiebe discarded her Amish roots to hide her niece and nephew from their violent father. Yet when a hurricane crashes into their isolated Mennonite life, she can no longer keep the world at bay. With Christmas approaching, Amish carpenter Michael Miller wants to help her rebuild her home. But can their burgeoning love withstand the rising storm of her secrets?Green Mountain Blessings

From two New York Times–bestselling authors, two Amish romances of faith, family life and emotional healing.A Widow''s Hope by Vannetta ChapmanAfter tragedy claimed her husband''s life and her son''s ability to walk, Hannah King doesn''t want a new man. She has her family, a home and mounting debts. Scarred Amish bachelor Jacob Schrock offers Hannah the job she desperately needs. But while Hannah helps Jacob resolve his accounting issues, can she and her little boy also heal his wounded heart?His Amish Sweetheart by Jo Ann BrownNathaniel Zook returns to his Amish community after inheriting his grandparents'' alpaca farm. His childhood best friend, schoolteacher Esther Stoltzfus, is the one person who can help him save the homestead. Soon, caring for the sweet alpacas—and a young orphaned boy—is bringing Nathaniel and Esther closer than ever. Yet Nathaniel will have to risk sharing all that''s in his heart to form the family he always dreamed of.

"A Wish for Home is a moving, fast-paced story about family, secrets, misunderstandings, and figuring out what matters most. This stirring romance is sure to capture readers'' hearts."–Suzanne Woods Fisher, bestselling author of Mending FencesCaught between who she is…and who she was.Lauren Nolt hasn''t forgiven the Amish community of Lancaster County for shunning her parents. But returning as a successful Englischer working for large developers is just what she needs to get a promotion and give her parents the life they deserve. Coming face-to-face with her childhood bully, Amish widower Adam Hershberger, is the last thing she wants. Yet when her world''s shaken by a shocking discovery, Adam''s the only one she can confide in…Adam''s never forgiven himself for the part he played in Lauren''s past, nor what drove him to do it. But as developers threaten his great-grossdawdi''s farm, she''s the only one who can help. And with his little girl determined to bring him and Lauren together at every turn, keeping his distance is impossible. Now they must learn to trust each other—even as their secret feelings grow stronger. But is love enough to bridge the gap between their very different worlds?SECRETS OF BLISS VALLEYSecrets of Bliss ValleyA must-read novel from Love Inspired: Stories to Uplift and Inspire.

Love comes to Amish country for two couples who overcome all obstacles to happily ever after in these two inspirational romances.The Amish Widower''s Twins by Jo Ann BrownMoving far away from her first love is the perfect remedy for Leanna Wagler''s broken heart—until he buys the neighboring farm. Now Leanna is in an unexpected position: temporary nanny to Gabriel Miller''s adorable twins. Though his kinder need her, Leanna spells trouble for the Amish widower . . . because a second chance with her means betraying a secret he''s honor-bound to protect.Finding Her Amish Love by Rebecca KertzAfter her father''s passing, Ruth Fisher is required to sell her family furniture business. She plans to leave the Amish community to pursue an Englisch education—until she meets the new owner. Malachi Schrock has ambitious plans for her father''s store, but when the transition sparks an unexpected attraction, could following her heart mean staying in Miller''s Creek forever?

An Unlikely Amish Match by Vannetta ChapmanSusannah Beiler is determined to protect the other young marriageable Amish women from falling for the new bad boy in town by pretending to date Micah Fisher herself! Their deal is simple: she’ll keep him company if he stays away from her friends. It’s not long before she starts to see there’s more to Micah than his reputation…An Amish Arrangement by Jo Ann BrownDays before Jeremiah Stoltzfus closes the deal on his new farm in Harmony Creek, Mercy Bamberger claims the property is hers, promised by her late grossdawdi. Jeremiah can’t turn out the single mom and her daughter, nor can he leave. His solution: temporarily sharing the farm until ownership is settled. But living beside the handsome Amish farmer has Mercy longing for love and a forever family.

Sometimes the truth comes at a costAn Amish Mother''s Secret Past by Jo Ann BrownWidow Rachel Yoder has a secret: she''s a military veteran trying to give her children a new life among the Amish. Though she''s drawn to bachelor Isaac Kauffman, she knows she can''t tell him the truth—or give him her heart. With her forbidden past, Rachel can never be the perfect Plain wife he''s looking for… Her Amish Suitor''s Secret by Carrie LightePosing as an Amish groundskeeper at Rose Allgyer''s lakeside cabin retreat, Englischer Caleb Miller is determined to clear his brother''s name of theft. But as he''s drawn to Rose''s good nature, the burden of his ruse gets heavier—especially after learning Rose was deceived by her ex-fiancé. Still guarded, will Rose trust Caleb with her heart when she discovers he isn''t who he claims to be?

Now the major motion picture Thomas Kinkade’s Christmas Cottage Bestselling author Thomas Kinkade—the renowned “Painter of Light”™—inspired millions of people with his gorgeous paintings and heartwarming novels. Now discover how it all began in this novel based on events in his own life...With his mother suddenly in danger of losing the only home they’ve ever known, a young man must rely on the Christmas spirit of those around him. It will take an entire community coming together, and the wisdom of his aging mentor, to save their home—and teach Thomas Kinkade the meaning of love, friendship, and what it means to be an artist...