This is the type of book you sit down with in the morning and then go through all the emotions before you finish it in the afternoon. There’s so much to absorb between an unplanned pregnancy, an abusive husband, and a “gentle giant” who changes everything. Get out your box of tissues.
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All opinions are my own.
Her Amish Refuge by Pamela Desmond Wright
Series: Texas Amish Brides – Book 4
Publisher: Love Inspired
Publication Date: April 29, 2025
Genres: Amish Romance
Pages: 208
Format: paperback – received from author
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Could her safe haven in a storm
Be a path back to her faith?
Caught in a blizzard pregnant and alone, former Amish woman Florene Schroder stumbles upon an unexpected sanctuary on an Amish farm. She never expects her rescuer to be Gil Kestler, a gentle giant from the community she left behind years ago. Forced together as they brave the storm, their wounded hearts slowly begin to warm toward one another. But as the snow starts to melt, can they conquer their fears to embrace love…or will the secrets they harbor keep them apart?
My Review and Reflections
Gil is not your typical hero in a story; he’s almost 7 feet tall and is considered unintelligent. Because he doesn’t get noticed (at least not in a positive way) anyway, he’s let himself go and is scruffy, often unshaven, hair unruly, and his clothes aren’t always the cleanest. But Gil will grab your heart and show you what God truly values long before he cleans himself up and cuts his hair. His heart is on display from the minute he enters the barn and sees Florence lying there.
Florence is so scared of what she’s done with her life and what is in store for her unborn child. But, despite everything she’s been through, she looks past the exterior and sees Gil for who he truly is. Her struggle with faith is so genuine. If you’ve ever doubted or felt that you aren’t worthy of God, even for a millisecond, you will understand Florence and connect with her.
Desmond Wright is a wonderful writer, and she has outdone herself with this book. This is a must-read if you love Amish romance, stories of forgiveness, God’s love, or unexpected heroes.
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