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The Unexpected Boppli
She lost everything… until Gott gave her more than she ever dreamed of...
When Elaine Byler lost her husband tragically during a natural disaster, she was devastated to the core. A month after the funeral, illness strikes, forcing a trip to see the Englisch doctor. Only there does she discover the life changing news. Now a weeping widow, soon to be single mother, Elaine is terrified of the journey that lies ahead of her.
Levi Kemp, widower of five years, found that death had not only taken away his spouse, but it had also taken all his dreams into the grave as well. Surviving—not thriving—had become his way of life. But when he stumbles upon a young widow crying by the roadside, something shifts in his heart for the first time in years.
Bound by grief and drawn together by compassion, they form a tender friendship rooted in shared sorrow. As the seasons pass, so does their fear of opening their hearts again. Slowly, gently, healing takes root. And as he helps her prepare for the arrival of her boppli, he begins to Could this unexpected child be a sign of new life—not just for her, but for them both?
Can heartbreak become the doorway to hope?
Sometimes, the greatest tragedies carry the seeds of Gott’s greatest blessings. Enjoy this sweet Amish romance, where Levi and Elaine both face the depths of their grief while Gott’s reveals His divine plan for their future.
When Elaine Byler lost her husband tragically during a natural disaster, she was devastated to the core. A month after the funeral, illness strikes, forcing a trip to see the Englisch doctor. Only there does she discover the life changing news. Now a weeping widow, soon to be single mother, Elaine is terrified of the journey that lies ahead of her.
Levi Kemp, widower of five years, found that death had not only taken away his spouse, but it had also taken all his dreams into the grave as well. Surviving—not thriving—had become his way of life. But when he stumbles upon a young widow crying by the roadside, something shifts in his heart for the first time in years.
Bound by grief and drawn together by compassion, they form a tender friendship rooted in shared sorrow. As the seasons pass, so does their fear of opening their hearts again. Slowly, gently, healing takes root. And as he helps her prepare for the arrival of her boppli, he begins to Could this unexpected child be a sign of new life—not just for her, but for them both?
Can heartbreak become the doorway to hope?
Sometimes, the greatest tragedies carry the seeds of Gott’s greatest blessings. Enjoy this sweet Amish romance, where Levi and Elaine both face the depths of their grief while Gott’s reveals His divine plan for their future.
86 pages, Paperback
Published June 12, 2025
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November 14, 2025
Wonderfully bringing hope!
Having lost my husband of 35 years this story awakens hope and strengths faith. I love how skillfully the author dealt with the stages of grief and the doubts and questions of moving on. Thank you
Having lost my husband of 35 years this story awakens hope and strengths faith. I love how skillfully the author dealt with the stages of grief and the doubts and questions of moving on. Thank you
June 29, 2025
Blessings
Beautiful, beautiful, the way love grew between Elaine and Levi, was a true blessing , I thought it was just so sweet, they’d both suffered loss.
Beautiful, beautiful, the way love grew between Elaine and Levi, was a true blessing , I thought it was just so sweet, they’d both suffered loss.
August 1, 2025
Such A Good Book
This was such a good story. It was sad and hopeful at the same time. Two people brought together having gone through loss. Happy ending.
This was such a good story. It was sad and hopeful at the same time. Two people brought together having gone through loss. Happy ending.
August 5, 2025
Excellent read
Great story, this author is gifted. There are several stories written in like manner. She carries a person right along
and ends the story so well.
Great story, this author is gifted. There are several stories written in like manner. She carries a person right along
and ends the story so well.
September 3, 2025
Two widowers.
The story of Elaine and Levi in their time of grief and acknowledgement of love. Levi helps Elaine in many ways.
The story of Elaine and Levi in their time of grief and acknowledgement of love. Levi helps Elaine in many ways.
September 14, 2025
Hope
Touching story of love then loss then finding love again. Beautiful!
I will read this again in the future. You should read it!
Touching story of love then loss then finding love again. Beautiful!
I will read this again in the future. You should read it!
October 7, 2025
The Unexpected Boppli
I really enjoyed this book. Again God centered and full of faith. This is why I like the Amish books so well.
I really enjoyed this book. Again God centered and full of faith. This is why I like the Amish books so well.
October 13, 2025
The Unexpected Boppli
Very good book. Pretty short. Must read to find out what happens with Elaine and Levi. Happy reading! First time reading from this author.
Very good book. Pretty short. Must read to find out what happens with Elaine and Levi. Happy reading! First time reading from this author.
November 2, 2025
second chance for love
Lovely story of how shared grief grew from hopelessness to a future filled with hope. Well written story of faith and friendship bringing joy
Lovely story of how shared grief grew from hopelessness to a future filled with hope. Well written story of faith and friendship bringing joy
November 12, 2025
Love conquers grief
Elaine and Levi let true love make their lives and the lives of other si much better. This book was so good .
Elaine and Levi let true love make their lives and the lives of other si much better. This book was so good .
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