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The Amish Gift of the Magi: A Christmas Novella: The Amish Classics Series: The Prequel
How far would you go to give your loved one the perfect Christmas gift?Clara and Willis are Amish newlyweds in Unity, Maine who have fallen deep in both love and financial hardship.Willis has started a new carpentry business with his brother, but they are barely getting enough customers to get by.Clara, with her nimble fingers and a heart full of passion, channels her creativity into sewing magnificent, intricately crafted quilts for the local tourist shop, but because they are so time consuming, she can only make so many quilts per month.With Christmas approaching, Clara and Willis mutually decide not to exchange gifts, but Clara secretly wants to get a saddle for Willis that he has been admiring at the local tack store for his beloved horse, Magi. However, saddles are costly.Clara is devastated when the base frame cracks on her non-electric, antique treadle sewing machine, so Willis secretly plans to buy a replacement base frame for his wife’s gift so she can continue quilting. The problem is that the family heirloom was passed down from her grandmother and is no longer manufactured, so the replacement part will cost a pretty penny.With Christmas just around the corner, how will they possibly manage to save up enough to buy each other a gift?Determined to make each other smile on Christmas morning, they each make the ultimate sacrifice, but the process leads to heartbreak, devastation, and further financial hardships.Will their Christmas morning be a happy memory in the making or a complete disaster?In the Amish Classics Series, your favorite nostalgic, classic stories are retold with new Amish twist set in the community of Unity, Maine. Be swept away with these stories filled with relatable characters who overcome struggles and broken hearts, mend relationships, and fall in love again even after they thought all was lost.Coming soon to this Romeo and JulietAmish Pride and PrejudiceAmish Black BeautyAmish Great ExpectationsAn Amish Christmas CarolAmish Scarlet LetterAnd more!
165 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 10, 2023
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November 13, 2023
Amish Gift of the Magi by Ashley Emma
Clara and Willis are Amish newlyweds in Unity, Maine who have fallen deep in both love and financial hardship.
Determined to make each other smile on Christmas morning, they each make the ultimate sacrifice, but the process leads to heartbreak, devastation, and further financial hardships.
Will Christmas be a happy memory or a disaster?
How far would you go to give your loved one the perfect Christmas gift?
Willis has started a new carpentry business with his brother, but they are barely getting enough customers to get by.
Clara, with her nimble fingers and a heart full of passion, channels her creativity into sewing magnificent, intricately crafted quilts for the local tourist shop, but because they are so time consuming, she can only make so many quilts per month.
With Christmas approaching, Clara and Willis mutually decide not to exchange gifts, but Clara secretly wants to get a saddle for Willis that he has been admiring at the local tack store for his beloved horse, Magi. However, saddles are costly.
Clara is devastated when the base frame cracks on her non-electric, antique treadle sewing machine, so Willis secretly plans to buy a replacement base frame for his wife’s gift so she can continue quilting. The problem is that the family heirloom was passed down from her grandmother and is no longer manufactured, so the replacement part will cost a pretty penny.
This is Willis and Clara 's story.
With Christmas just around the corner, how will they possibly manage to save up enough to buy each other a gift?
I recommend this book..
Amish Gift of the Magi by Ashley Emma is a 5 star book.
You will love this book. Story of faith , love and hope.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Ashley Emma.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions shared here in this review are my own.
In the Amish Classics Series, your favorite nostalgic, classic stories are retold with new Amish twist set in the community of Unity, Maine. Be swept away with these stories filled with relatable characters who overcome struggles and broken hearts, mend relationships, and fall in love again even after they thought all was lost.
Coming soon to this series:
Amish Romeo and Juliet
Amish Pride and Prejudice
Amish Black Beauty
Amish Great Expectations
An Amish Christmas Carol
Amish Scarlet Letter
And more!
Clara and Willis are Amish newlyweds in Unity, Maine who have fallen deep in both love and financial hardship.
Determined to make each other smile on Christmas morning, they each make the ultimate sacrifice, but the process leads to heartbreak, devastation, and further financial hardships.
Will Christmas be a happy memory or a disaster?
How far would you go to give your loved one the perfect Christmas gift?
Willis has started a new carpentry business with his brother, but they are barely getting enough customers to get by.
Clara, with her nimble fingers and a heart full of passion, channels her creativity into sewing magnificent, intricately crafted quilts for the local tourist shop, but because they are so time consuming, she can only make so many quilts per month.
With Christmas approaching, Clara and Willis mutually decide not to exchange gifts, but Clara secretly wants to get a saddle for Willis that he has been admiring at the local tack store for his beloved horse, Magi. However, saddles are costly.
Clara is devastated when the base frame cracks on her non-electric, antique treadle sewing machine, so Willis secretly plans to buy a replacement base frame for his wife’s gift so she can continue quilting. The problem is that the family heirloom was passed down from her grandmother and is no longer manufactured, so the replacement part will cost a pretty penny.
This is Willis and Clara 's story.
With Christmas just around the corner, how will they possibly manage to save up enough to buy each other a gift?
I recommend this book..
Amish Gift of the Magi by Ashley Emma is a 5 star book.
You will love this book. Story of faith , love and hope.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Ashley Emma.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions shared here in this review are my own.
In the Amish Classics Series, your favorite nostalgic, classic stories are retold with new Amish twist set in the community of Unity, Maine. Be swept away with these stories filled with relatable characters who overcome struggles and broken hearts, mend relationships, and fall in love again even after they thought all was lost.
Coming soon to this series:
Amish Romeo and Juliet
Amish Pride and Prejudice
Amish Black Beauty
Amish Great Expectations
An Amish Christmas Carol
Amish Scarlet Letter
And more!
November 21, 2023
The Amish Gift of the Magi was a great play on the short story, The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry. The story was set at Christmas and was sweet with some dark undertones. The beliefs of the Amish shined through and the main characters of Clara and Willis worked well together even when there were secrets. I loved how Clara and Willis put each other first even in tough times. They were always supportive of the other and had others looking out for them.
There were multiple stories woven together with some loose ends but as often with a prequel it's to be expected. There was a good flow to the story and a lot of prayers sprinkled throughout. There was some closure and a few levels of happiness. I look forward to reading the next book in the series.
I rated this book 4.5 stars but rounded to 5 stars here and on other sites.
There were multiple stories woven together with some loose ends but as often with a prequel it's to be expected. There was a good flow to the story and a lot of prayers sprinkled throughout. There was some closure and a few levels of happiness. I look forward to reading the next book in the series.
I rated this book 4.5 stars but rounded to 5 stars here and on other sites.
November 12, 2023
Clara and Willis are newlyweds and very much in love. They are also on a very tight budget, as are most newlyweds, so they agreed that they would not exchange Christmas gifts. Willis loves Clara so much that he would sacrifice his most prized possession to get her a special Christmas gift. Clara wanted to surprise Willis with a special Christmas gift, so she got a part-time job to earn extra money. The difficulties that they encounter would make some people give up, but they never lost their faith that things would work out.
I recommend The Amish Gift of the Magi. This sweet Amish Christmas story is a wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit.
I recommend The Amish Gift of the Magi. This sweet Amish Christmas story is a wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit.
November 14, 2023
Excellent version of Gift of the Magi
I read The Amish Gift of the Magi: A Christmas Novella: The Amish Classic Series by Ashley Emma through the Kindle Unlimited program. I have read many different version of Gift of the Magi and have always enjoyed each one. This one was excellent! A Amish clean, sweet Christmas read that tells a story of love, faith and putting someone else before yourself. This will be on my must read again next Christmas. Well done. Very well done.
I read The Amish Gift of the Magi: A Christmas Novella: The Amish Classic Series by Ashley Emma through the Kindle Unlimited program. I have read many different version of Gift of the Magi and have always enjoyed each one. This one was excellent! A Amish clean, sweet Christmas read that tells a story of love, faith and putting someone else before yourself. This will be on my must read again next Christmas. Well done. Very well done.
November 10, 2023
the Amish Gift of the magi from Emma Ashley is a well-written clean romance based on Christian principles. It's a wonderful story with a lot of emotions. The karakters are great and you get to know well. Is it a captivating story well put together and it's entertaining till the end. An inspiring book to read.
November 14, 2023
I really enjoyed this sweet Christmas tale, Willis and Clara are willing to give up what they love the most to fulfill each other's dreams for Christmas. This is a story with true meaning of joy and Christmas .
November 14, 2023
The theme of this story is sacrifice for the one you love. Both main characters were willing to sacrifice.this book was a joy to read, a lovely holiday reminder. This was a free arc book and I am giving a voluntary review. I do recommend this book to everyone.
November 20, 2023
Loving sacrifice
Amazing story of sacrifice by both characters to give each other a Christmas gift. You will not be disappointed in this Christmas story told with an Amish aspect.
Amazing story of sacrifice by both characters to give each other a Christmas gift. You will not be disappointed in this Christmas story told with an Amish aspect.
November 22, 2023
This short, sweet story about love stronger than attachment to most precious and dear possessions. Story about love which is willing to make great sacrifices just to cherish other person and make her/his wish come true.
December 5, 2023
Love, deceit, and joy abound here
This is a sweet novel about a young couple who love each other very much. Their love is so strong they both, unbeknownst to each other, give up their prize prosesstions to get each other gifts. It's a heartwarming book for sure.
This is a sweet novel about a young couple who love each other very much. Their love is so strong they both, unbeknownst to each other, give up their prize prosesstions to get each other gifts. It's a heartwarming book for sure.
December 14, 2023
Fun Twist on the Traditional Tale
This was a fun twist on the traditional gift of the magi story. A little predictable in parts, but worth the read. A wonderful tale of love, faith, community, and surprise.
This was a fun twist on the traditional gift of the magi story. A little predictable in parts, but worth the read. A wonderful tale of love, faith, community, and surprise.
December 21, 2023
Acts of kindness
A newlywed couple show just how much selfless love they have for one another in this sweet story. I guarantee you will like this book.
A newlywed couple show just how much selfless love they have for one another in this sweet story. I guarantee you will like this book.
October 29, 2024
Such a wonderful story of giving to the ones you love!
January 5, 2025
I really liked the book, but didn’t like how fast the ending went. I felt like it needed a few more chapters before the Epilogue.
December 1, 2024
Amish gift of the Magi
Interesting retelling of "The Gift of the Magi. This was a story of deep love by a newlywed couple with the wish to give each other what they thought would make the best Christmas.
Interesting retelling of "The Gift of the Magi. This was a story of deep love by a newlywed couple with the wish to give each other what they thought would make the best Christmas.
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