An Amish Christmas
This book certainly passed my "50-page-test", in fact it passed my 5-page-test! I was wondering WHEN I would find the time to finish "An Amish Christmas", and decided just to begin reading this morning and now I'm done with it. The story has a family in crisis who finds itself removed from all of today's technology, and yet finds old fashioned gifts of everlasting quality. Meg and James Hobart finally learn to share the goodness of life with the members of their immediate family after seeing their dreams and goals go up in smoke. A great read for those who enjoy inspiring holiday tales. It will make you want to head into the kitchen and bake!
Rated of 5
by Frances B. (Virginia Beach, Virginia)
An Amish Christmas
Keller has written a poignant story of betrayal, forgiveness and the power of love. She has done a beautiful job of capturing the simple and structured life of the Amish, and the traditions they share. After completing the book, it is clear that a small dose of their culture could benefit each of us.
A good read for the holidays or any other time.
Rated of 5
by Penny P. (Santa Barbara, Calif)
An Amish Christmas
This was an enjoyable and interesting read. The author did a good job of developing the characters. I laughed out loud at times because the attitudes of two of the children (teenagers) were so believable. Given today’s economic climate, the situation the Hobart family found themselves in was also believable. The story described a family who found out that having the best and most is not always the happiest. It also addressed how technology can drive us apart as well as keep us in touch. I enjoyed the information presented about the Amish culture. I have done a lot of reading on this subject and what was presented in an Amish Christmas was very consistent with what I have read. It is an easy read that will leave you feeling good.
Rated of 5
by Debra C. (Vienna, Georgia)
Great chance to expand your reading genre
Good news...it only took an afternoon to read instead of the two days I allowed. Although this was a genre I had never explored, I found An Amish Christmas educational, enlightening, and inspiring. Book Browse has provided me the opportunity to experience literature that I might have previously ignored, and Keller's novel, An Amish Christmas was a unique and pleasurable gift.
Rated of 5
by Betty S. (Jasper, GA)
An Amish Christmas
In this novel, the Hobarts face a situation all too familiar in this time of economic slowdown. Lost job, no money, soon no home. The author does a good job of showing the feelings of each member of the family as they try to adjust to a complete change in life as they know it. It's a little repetitious in spots, but, on the whole, a good read.
Rated of 5
by Kimberly A. (Hannibal, MO)
Just Plain Good!
At first I thought this would be one of those "fluff" books: family in crisis, someone/something rescues them, and then a happy conclusion. All of those things happen, but the joy of reading this book comes from the author's craft and the "message."
Keller depicted her characters so expertly that I cared what happened to them. I especially enjoyed the determination of Meg and the charm of Sam. Although somewhat bland, the plot was believable and well-paced. The book is a quick and compelling read. Also, I am appreciative of the knowledge gained about Amish beliefs and practices.The only negative is the conclusion, which seemed a little contrived.
The book can simply be read, or it can be taken to heart. The "message" is one that warrants attention: "To be, rather than to seem." Simple words, but powerful meaning!
I would recommend this book to anyone. It's just plain good!
Rated of 5
by Caryl L. (Williamsburg, VA)
An Amish Christmas
This was a charming book. A little corny in some places, but the message was there. This family, suddenly, finding themselves broke and stranded, ended up as guests of an Amish family. The message is while we all think we need the big house, the fancy fixings that go along with it, the crabby teenagers and,above all, keeping up with the Jonses, we find that the important things are the simple things. Things like hard word, trust, honesty and ,above all, love that finally brings us together.It should be read by all the "nouveau riche", social climbing people who populate our country today. Don't worry, it's easy read.
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by Virginia J. (Suwanee, GA)
