The Beloved Christmas Quilt, SAMPLE

by Wanda E. Brunstetter

One quilt binds three generations of Amish women in these three stories of family, romance, and Amish fath by bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter, her daughter-in-law, Jean, and granddaughter, Richelle.

For thou art my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name's sake lead me, and guide me. Psalm 31:3
The scripture embroidered on the back of a beloved quilt brings hope to three generations of Pennsylvania Amish women at Christmastime.

Luella’s Promise
by Wanda E. Brunstetter
Luella Ebersol has been caregiver for a dying woman and her young son. When Dena Lapp gives Luella her favorite quilt, she makes Luella promise to pass it down to her daughter. But Luella isn’t sure she will ever marry if she can’t find someone with maturity and faith like Dena’s husband Atlee Zook.

Karen’s Gift
by Jean Brunstetter
Karen Allgyer and her husband moved to a slow-paced village to raise their children, but Karen longs for the closeness of family to help her through the challenges of managing three girls with one on the way. When life’s pressures rise, will Karen cave to her fears? 

Roseanna’s Groom
by Richelle Lynn Brunstetter
When the unexpected happens on the day of her wedding, Roseanna Allgyer can’t help blaming herself, despite not understanding why. Then an old friend returns to town, and she battles feeling for him—afraid of being hurt again.

Genres: Christmas, Amish

44 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 26, 2017

About the author

New York Times bestselling and award-winning author, Wanda E. Brunstetter is one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre. She has written close to 90 books translated in four languages. With over 10 million copies sold, Wanda's stories consistently earn spots on the nations most prestigious bestseller lists and have received numerous awards.

Wanda’s ancestors were part of the Anabaptist faith, and her novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Her books are well-read and trusted by many Amish, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the people and their customs.

When Wanda visits her Amish friends, she finds herself drawn to their peaceful lifestyle, sincerity, and close family ties. Wanda enjoys photography, ventriloquism, gardening, bird-watching, beachcombing, and spending time with her family. She and her husband, Richard, have been blessed with two grown children, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

To learn more about Wanda, visit her website at www.wandabrunstetter.com.

Reviews

[Karen Ezra]

I read this book while down with a summer cold. The first book starts off sad but is enjoyable, I couldn't get in to the second book at all seemed confusing what they were upset about all the time. The third book offered more clarity but was also a more difficult read for me just didn't have much joy and honestly I read christian fiction because I want joy.

[Deborah Lantz]

I love reading the Amish stories.

I find these stories entertaining and fresh. It's so nice to read something that is faith based and not full of ugly words or immorality. I also enjoy learning the different words of the Amish language.

[Paul L. Hall]

Enjoyed the story. Did not care for the ending. Should have had some closing. Did not realize that Atlee was that old and having such a .young son.

Enjoyed the story. Did not care for the ending. Should have had a better closing. Did not realize Atlee was as old and having such a young son.

[Linda]

Three stories by 3 generations of the Brunstetter family telling the story of a Christmas quilt that gets passed down to 3 generations of an Amish family. This is not a Christmas story per se as the handing down of the quilt happens when the women who receive it get married however each generation experiences Christmas at some point.

If you enjoy Amish stories this is a good read.

[Sarah Arnold]

Here are three stories by Wanda, Jean, and Richelle Brunstetter. This book just made me smile. Explore the life of Luella Ebersol and the quandry with the quilt...... Karen wants the closeness of a family while raising her children and Roseanna's heart was broken on her wedding day; will she find love again? Readers, you will not want to put this book down

[Deborrah J. Scott]

Very loving story

This is the most sweetest book I've read in a very long time. It is so heart warming and loving that I wish I was Amish sometimes. They seem to be very God loving people.

[Nancy Turney]

Good friend for helping

Luella was a good friend to Dena and her small family during Dena's illness. What will happen later , you need to buy the full book to finish the story. Will Luella have her own life or will it be wrapped around the widowed Atlee and his small son?

[Sharon Miller]

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[Pat Sabin]

Wanda and her daughter and granddaughter kept me entranced to the very end! Each story flowed into the next so seamlessly! Fascinating how this quilt affected each generation. Wished I had a quilt like that!

[Debra Torgerson]

Nice story

Enjoyed this story. The characters are believable. Yes I would recommend. Love good clean stories. Just a preview but worth the read. It doesn't end so you do need the rest to find out the ending.

[Andrea Woodard]

Fantastic book and story from a fantastic writer. Love all of Wanda's books.

[Judith Moore]

I thought it was very good but too short. I am used to reading long ebooks and this one was over before I knew it-it was very interesting though.

[LaGail Lenoir]

The first and last story was good but the second story drag on.

[Debra Hahn]

Love and death.

Sometimes a person's faith is shaken a bit. Such as when a close family
Member or friend dies. But then keeping ones face turned to GOD soon
has you back in his

[Karen Lim]

It's a bittersweet story of a tragedy, faith and enduring love. I hope L finds her happiness.

[Martha Pritts]

Gods plan

God has a plan for each one of us. Even though we can't see it, God can see the entire plans for our life.

[Evelyn]

A very well written book.

Because it not only dealt with a family in dealing with a death, but also one with expectations but possibly live.

[Lisa Blair]

This book had a lot of potential, but is poorly edited. Vernon and Jethro’s names are mistakenly interchanged numerous times within the same paragraph. The same is true with perspective in laws and counselors.

This book tackles a sensitive subject straight on which I appreciated! Yet, the manner in which it was approached seemed non-Amish. The mindset was mostly English in approach which made the story unbelievable.

If you rewrite this story please let me know and I will update my review. In its current state, I cannot recommend it.

[Evelyn Goughnour]

I felt so bad for the family that lost a loved one and rejoiced when love entered their life again.

[Susan Molloy]

Nicely written.

[Laurel]

If this is one third of a book, it is much to do about nothing.

[Regina Porter]

Loved it. !!!

[lynn]

Great storyline

The only reason it got 4 stars was because the storyline just stopped. I know it was only a short story but it could have had a proper ending

[KRIS BROWN]

I love wandas books always a goodread

[Bettie Gross]

Great book

[Pam McCallister]

Great book

[Marilyn Rushing]

A great book with 3 stories written by 3 generations. The characters show up in each book. Love the way these stories are written. If you love Amish fiction you will to.

[Cullen]

A good beginning

It was a good beginning. But unfortunately it isn't a complete story. I enjoy Amish stories but this isn't a complete story

[Lisa]

I didn't think this was great literature, but it was an enjoyable read. My first foray into Amish Fiction. I didn't even know it was a thing until this year.

[Kim Ditty]

Loved this book very well written