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False Worship #1
False Worship - Book 1 (Amish Faith
NEW RELEASE -- MUST READ FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE AMAZON BESTSELLING HOME FOR JACOB SERIES!When Beth Zook's daed starts courting a widow with a mysterious past, will Beth uncover this new family's secrets before she loses everything?Sixteen-year-old Beth Zook has already lost so much -- first her sister in a tragic accident and then her mamm a year later to cancer. As Beth and her daed Marcus struggle to rebuild their lives in the Amish community of Indianasburg, Marcus finds love awakening in his heart when a new family -- a widow and her two sons -- move into their quiet community. But things are not as they seem, and the more Beth learns about this new family, the more reason she has to fear. Will Beth uncover this new family's secrets before she loses everything? Start reading Beth's story in Book 1 of the False Worship Series.
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- GenresAmishChristian Fiction
41 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 4, 2014
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About the author
Rachel Stoltzfus
106 books36 followersRachel was born and raised in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Being part of the Mennonite community, she started writing Amish romance fiction as a way of looking at the Amish community. She wanted to present a fair and honest representation of a love that is both romantic and sweet. Her books about Jacob Marshall, "A Home for Jacob series," is the most popular of her books.
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March 17, 2015
A Sad Amish Story With A Happy Ending
I enjoyed this short Amish novella, the first book I have read by this author. The storyline seemed to move along slowly at times. It didn't keep my attention and I was able to put the book down and complete other tasks before finishing the book.
The book was mostly sad. The family had lost their youngest child, a three-year-old girl, in a tragic accident. Then the mother passed away due to cancer. The only upbeat part of the book was when the father met a young woman and fell in love either her.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Amish fiction.
I enjoyed this short Amish novella, the first book I have read by this author. The storyline seemed to move along slowly at times. It didn't keep my attention and I was able to put the book down and complete other tasks before finishing the book.
The book was mostly sad. The family had lost their youngest child, a three-year-old girl, in a tragic accident. Then the mother passed away due to cancer. The only upbeat part of the book was when the father met a young woman and fell in love either her.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Amish fiction.
July 28, 2021
Rachel Stolzfus is second only to Beverly Lewis in well researched, insightful views into the Amish community.
April 21, 2020
Amish Faith Series
I enjoyed reading this book. It was well written and kept my attention throughout. I liked it and found no reason to give it a rating of less than five. I would recommend this series for those that want a short, light story that can be completed in very little time. Hoping to read the entire series.
I enjoyed reading this book. It was well written and kept my attention throughout. I liked it and found no reason to give it a rating of less than five. I would recommend this series for those that want a short, light story that can be completed in very little time. Hoping to read the entire series.
January 31, 2023
Not a complete book
Good book so far, but disappointed to find that it's just an advertisement or hook to get you to buy the next one to get the end of the story. It cuts off abruptly with no answers as to what Ruth and her boys are up to or what the sheriff finds out. Seems a little unethical to do that to your readers.
Good book so far, but disappointed to find that it's just an advertisement or hook to get you to buy the next one to get the end of the story. It cuts off abruptly with no answers as to what Ruth and her boys are up to or what the sheriff finds out. Seems a little unethical to do that to your readers.
March 21, 2018
Suspense story
If you are looking for suspense this is a easy read, but if you are a follower of amish stories this is very much not ! There are many inconsistencies with true amish life. I am not going to purchase number three because I prefer more amish accurate stories.
If you are looking for suspense this is a easy read, but if you are a follower of amish stories this is very much not ! There are many inconsistencies with true amish life. I am not going to purchase number three because I prefer more amish accurate stories.
April 22, 2018
Very interesting until the end-did not end right. What happened??
April 29, 2018
A good read
A great book. The storyline is great captures the feelings of the individuals lovely. Shame it doesn't finish the complete story.
A great book. The storyline is great captures the feelings of the individuals lovely. Shame it doesn't finish the complete story.
April 6, 2019
Not really a book
The story is fine, but it's more like a few chapters of a book rather than an actual book. You don't really get a while story. You have to buy the next one.
The story is fine, but it's more like a few chapters of a book rather than an actual book. You don't really get a while story. You have to buy the next one.
May 26, 2019
Short story
I don't like that I was tricked into thinking I bought a book that leaves me hanging without an ending and it's really only a short story not a complete book.
I don't like that I was tricked into thinking I bought a book that leaves me hanging without an ending and it's really only a short story not a complete book.
September 15, 2019
Faith is something that must be practiced.
March 7, 2020
These books are an easy read. It opens my eyes to the Amish
February 9, 2021
Faith
This is a story of walking in faith. A young woman and her dad have lost of their family and life must go on. People are not always what they seem.
This is a story of walking in faith. A young woman and her dad have lost of their family and life must go on. People are not always what they seem.
May 25, 2022
False Worship
The book was a quick readed with a storyline of transition after loosing a loved one and finding love again by his grace and will for your life.
The book was a quick readed with a storyline of transition after loosing a loved one and finding love again by his grace and will for your life.
December 7, 2022
Cute
This was a cute and sweet story for a tone to read and related well to the family Selena when second time love comes to a family
This was a cute and sweet story for a tone to read and related well to the family Selena when second time love comes to a family
January 20, 2025
Awesome
I loved this book. It is really good. I can't wait to book #2. I recommend it to everyone who reads.
I loved this book. It is really good. I can't wait to book #2. I recommend it to everyone who reads.
October 9, 2016
Sad Amish story. A daughter dies followed by the Mother, Dad meets a woman then story ends. I would assume this continues in the next book. Again I must complain anout these too short Amish books. I will not continue with this series
May 14, 2015
Published: 11/02/2015
Author: Rachel Stoltzfus
Recommended for: fans of amish fiction
Edition: Kindle
I found this short novella (22 pages) on the Kindle Store for free and so I thought that I would give it a go. I havent read a book by the author before so I didn't have any expections, but after reading this novella I would definately read more by her! This was a sad story but it turns around with a happy ending, I like it doesnt leave the book on a sour note however it does make you want to read the next book in the series as soon as you can do. Very well written and the characters that feature in it are wel described and developed which makes them seem more realistic
Author: Rachel Stoltzfus
Recommended for: fans of amish fiction
Edition: Kindle
I found this short novella (22 pages) on the Kindle Store for free and so I thought that I would give it a go. I havent read a book by the author before so I didn't have any expections, but after reading this novella I would definately read more by her! This was a sad story but it turns around with a happy ending, I like it doesnt leave the book on a sour note however it does make you want to read the next book in the series as soon as you can do. Very well written and the characters that feature in it are wel described and developed which makes them seem more realistic
May 31, 2015
Beth Zook is 16, takes care of her father and takes over the household when her mother dies. Marcus her father starts liking a widow woman who has 2 teenage sons. Beth is leery of them as they act like they have something to hide and act strange. We don't know what the sheriff found out, we don't know if Marcus marries the woman you have to get the other books and keep going. I don't mind that but the story was repeative and was not as authentic to Amish world as some of the great authors like Beverly Lewis, Amy Clipston, Marta Perry or Wanda Brunstetter. I might read more books in this but I highly doubt it.
May 19, 2014
Disappointing
The author fails to convey the language, thinking or world view of the Amish. The book is filled with modern English colloquialisms that the Amish would never use. Important Amish customs like confronting a sinner or wrongdoers are ignored. It is also full of spelling errors and misused words. Too bad because it had potential.
The author fails to convey the language, thinking or world view of the Amish. The book is filled with modern English colloquialisms that the Amish would never use. Important Amish customs like confronting a sinner or wrongdoers are ignored. It is also full of spelling errors and misused words. Too bad because it had potential.
March 13, 2015
Ruth's Fish Story
This amish story is clever, in that it leaves you hanging, thus fully anticipating the next volume. You really are wondering of the trustworthiness of Ruthie and her two sons. Something is too fishy, while Beth's father is gullible and lonely, and Beth knows it!
This amish story is clever, in that it leaves you hanging, thus fully anticipating the next volume. You really are wondering of the trustworthiness of Ruthie and her two sons. Something is too fishy, while Beth's father is gullible and lonely, and Beth knows it!
April 18, 2015
Good but different
Not sure if I would keep reading this one. Felt depressed reading it. I like more cheerful reading I guess. All. most didn't keep reading after first few pages. Just my opinion.
Not sure if I would keep reading this one. Felt depressed reading it. I like more cheerful reading I guess. All. most didn't keep reading after first few pages. Just my opinion.
April 26, 2015
Amish Home: False Worship
The book didn't hold my attention, it was not very interesting and there wasn't enough meat to it. It's left on a cliff hanger but I don't even care to find out how it ends.
The book didn't hold my attention, it was not very interesting and there wasn't enough meat to it. It's left on a cliff hanger but I don't even care to find out how it ends.
March 23, 2016
Pretty good
I thought this was a pretty good read I didn't like the. Way that this book came on so fast with Ruthie and her boys I think they was more looking for a home than anything else .
I thought this was a pretty good read I didn't like the. Way that this book came on so fast with Ruthie and her boys I think they was more looking for a home than anything else .
October 26, 2015
You will like
The title is what caught my attention and kept me absorbed into the lives of the characterless. Ready for be 2.
The title is what caught my attention and kept me absorbed into the lives of the characterless. Ready for be 2.
February 1, 2016
I think I will continue on with this series, I don't trust this "Ruthie" woman -- or her son's. something just doesn't feel right..
October 2, 2016
Did not finish: could not get into the story. It seemed to jump around and was confusing.
May 18, 2016
Awesome read
Loved it! Great read about hope and holding on to faith and at times just clinging on...never quite letting go...
Loved it! Great read about hope and holding on to faith and at times just clinging on...never quite letting go...
October 31, 2016
Ok
It just want very interesting. It never told you what happened to Ruthie and her boys. And it wouldn't been nice to know if Beth gets married.
It just want very interesting. It never told you what happened to Ruthie and her boys. And it wouldn't been nice to know if Beth gets married.
January 31, 2017
Did not like. The characters didn't seem real.
July 5, 2020
Great book
I enjoyed reading this book. The author really kept me trying to figure out what would happen next. It was a mystery to me.
I enjoyed reading this book. The author really kept me trying to figure out what would happen next. It was a mystery to me.
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