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Innkeeper: The Gift of Hospitality
Adah's goal in life was to be independent. Convinced by her sisters and a jealous classmate at school that she was less than adequate to become a wife, she decided at a young age that she would never marry. Without the guidance of a loving mother, she relied on her father and a caring housekeeper to help her move from a tree climbing girl to a young woman. When she realized that a single woman deserved a clean home and good food, she began a completely different education; one that led her to realize that she enjoyed taking care of her father and the few renters they welcomed into their home. Just as her business was getting started, her father died leaving her with many different obstacles to overcome; her own sisters and pastor being the most vocal. With the help of friends and a sympathetic solicitor, Adah moved forward with her dream. Befriending a lonely old man, she was reacquainted with his son whom she admired in school before he graduated and went away to college. No matter how hard she tried, there was always someone to push her back down just as she was making headway.
121 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 25, 2016
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April 3, 2023
An inspiring story of perseverance through trials and choosing to be cheerful while facing difficulties. Adah is raised by her father and their housekeeper, and is ridiculed throughout school by some of the children. When she is 13, she decides that she will likely never marry, so sets out to learn out all about keeping house and cooking. Her father is agreeable to her renting out rooms and learning to be an innkeeper.
There are two much older sisters, who never take the time to visit Adah and their father. But when the father dies, they show up thinking they will get the lion's share of the estate. The sisters seem to be really unhappy women for some reason, despite both living comfortable lives with their husbands. Yet they are so jealous of anything Adah has that they go out of their way to badmouth her, even going so far as to label her as a loose woman.
Adah decides to work on buying her sisters out on their share of the house, and ends up having to buy another house to fix up into an inn because her sisters are complaining that the first house is not zoned for use as an inn. Adah's optimism, hard work and kindness lead to her having many supporters. Some of her boarders even work around the house and help set up the new one.
One of the many kindnesses Adah shows to others brings the son of one of the men to check things out. He had gone to school with Adah and starts spending time at the house when he is in town visiting his father and Adah. A sweet romance commences and leads to a HEA despite some people trying to mess with Adah. Very nice ending.
There are two much older sisters, who never take the time to visit Adah and their father. But when the father dies, they show up thinking they will get the lion's share of the estate. The sisters seem to be really unhappy women for some reason, despite both living comfortable lives with their husbands. Yet they are so jealous of anything Adah has that they go out of their way to badmouth her, even going so far as to label her as a loose woman.
Adah decides to work on buying her sisters out on their share of the house, and ends up having to buy another house to fix up into an inn because her sisters are complaining that the first house is not zoned for use as an inn. Adah's optimism, hard work and kindness lead to her having many supporters. Some of her boarders even work around the house and help set up the new one.
One of the many kindnesses Adah shows to others brings the son of one of the men to check things out. He had gone to school with Adah and starts spending time at the house when he is in town visiting his father and Adah. A sweet romance commences and leads to a HEA despite some people trying to mess with Adah. Very nice ending.
January 20, 2020
More than an innkeeper!
Another inspiring story that shows how perseverance with a heart of love can bring joy and a fulfilled life. Much like Cinderella, Miss Adam was ridiculed as the poor housemaid until her true worth was revealed. She even had to contend with two malicious sisters. Proving her ability to become a successful innkeeper was only part of the story. With a surprising mystery about the unusual property she had acquired, Adah, became recognized as a wealthy innkeeper, as well as a beautiful, talented woman. To top it off her, she then falls in love with her Prince Charming! This is a story that leaves one happy and satisfied that good is rewarded and all is right with the world!
Another inspiring story that shows how perseverance with a heart of love can bring joy and a fulfilled life. Much like Cinderella, Miss Adam was ridiculed as the poor housemaid until her true worth was revealed. She even had to contend with two malicious sisters. Proving her ability to become a successful innkeeper was only part of the story. With a surprising mystery about the unusual property she had acquired, Adah, became recognized as a wealthy innkeeper, as well as a beautiful, talented woman. To top it off her, she then falls in love with her Prince Charming! This is a story that leaves one happy and satisfied that good is rewarded and all is right with the world!
March 4, 2022
EXCELLENT READ
EXCELLENT READ ! ! This is the third time that I have read this story. I always go back and re-read ALL the books from Jean L. Kuhnke, because she is an amazing AUTHOR, and I absolutely love the way she tells a story. The main character has to make it through so much negative stuff from people who are supposed to be family, but the main character(s) come through and are better off.
I really love all of her books, the only bad thing I have to say is that she doesn’t write fast enough, I do a search about once a week looking for a new book, if I don’t find one I usually re-read one of the other books.
I would love and appreciate it to know when the next one is coming out?
Jean L. Kuhnke is a MUST READ AUTHOR, YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS ONE.
EXCELLENT READ ! ! This is the third time that I have read this story. I always go back and re-read ALL the books from Jean L. Kuhnke, because she is an amazing AUTHOR, and I absolutely love the way she tells a story. The main character has to make it through so much negative stuff from people who are supposed to be family, but the main character(s) come through and are better off.
I really love all of her books, the only bad thing I have to say is that she doesn’t write fast enough, I do a search about once a week looking for a new book, if I don’t find one I usually re-read one of the other books.
I would love and appreciate it to know when the next one is coming out?
Jean L. Kuhnke is a MUST READ AUTHOR, YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS ONE.
June 12, 2021
Troubles galore
Adah is treated horribly by her two sisters and the other children at s book. At 13 she leaves her tomboy attitude and e joys learning g how to coo, clean and run a house. Her sisters ha e married, yet they still cause her heartache.
Her dad allows her to rent out rooms learning how to be an innkeeper. Her father dies leaving the house to her for a year. Between the family lawyer and how much she loves running a boarding house she decides to buy her sisters out. Out of the blue horrible rumors are being spread about her. Will she fight or sell out.
This book is well worth buying g. You will enjoy every word.
Adah is treated horribly by her two sisters and the other children at s book. At 13 she leaves her tomboy attitude and e joys learning g how to coo, clean and run a house. Her sisters ha e married, yet they still cause her heartache.
Her dad allows her to rent out rooms learning how to be an innkeeper. Her father dies leaving the house to her for a year. Between the family lawyer and how much she loves running a boarding house she decides to buy her sisters out. Out of the blue horrible rumors are being spread about her. Will she fight or sell out.
This book is well worth buying g. You will enjoy every word.
May 20, 2019
Lovely book
I really liked how it showcases strong females who are tripped by jealous females. It is still going on but we now have more freedom which sometimes we don't see unless we read stories like this one.
I really liked how it showcases strong females who are tripped by jealous females. It is still going on but we now have more freedom which sometimes we don't see unless we read stories like this one.
February 22, 2022
Belief!
Jean Kuhnke has written yet another delightful book and crafts into each story such basic but often overlooked principles that have impact on a well lived life path. So enjoyed every book I've read of hers and look for more.
Jean Kuhnke has written yet another delightful book and crafts into each story such basic but often overlooked principles that have impact on a well lived life path. So enjoyed every book I've read of hers and look for more.
March 6, 2023
Sweet and easy
This sweet and easy story is typical of this author. There is a slightly stilted style that may not appeal to all readers but I’m starting to like it more with each book I read.
This sweet and easy story is typical of this author. There is a slightly stilted style that may not appeal to all readers but I’m starting to like it more with each book I read.
November 18, 2019
Sweet Romance
Innkeeper: The Gift of Hospitality by Jean L. Kuhnke. There is a lot to love about this book. The characters are likeable and the romance is sweet.
Innkeeper: The Gift of Hospitality by Jean L. Kuhnke. There is a lot to love about this book. The characters are likeable and the romance is sweet.
December 3, 2023
A nice read. The misunderstanding (common plot device to create tension) was much better handled in this book. But the villains were not credible.
May 3, 2017
Wonderful Story
This book was pure enjoyment! The characters were realistic and drew me into the story. There was laughter and seriousness, with some tension towards the end. There was faith and trusting in God along the way.
This book was pure enjoyment! The characters were realistic and drew me into the story. There was laughter and seriousness, with some tension towards the end. There was faith and trusting in God along the way.
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