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Bound Together
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Ten years after Allan Howarth was set free, his life is blessed in miraculous ways. Together with his wife Mary, they have two young children, Benjamin and Ruth.
Allan discovers a new world of amazement and challenges with his young daughter. They face a flood, a drought and several of life’s mysteries. Always, they are carried through by their faith.
When a precious life hangs in the balance, will Allan’s faith be enough? He must face the ultimate test to keep his family bound together.
Ten years after Allan Howarth was set free, his life is blessed in miraculous ways. Together with his wife Mary, they have two young children, Benjamin and Ruth.
Allan discovers a new world of amazement and challenges with his young daughter. They face a flood, a drought and several of life’s mysteries. Always, they are carried through by their faith.
When a precious life hangs in the balance, will Allan’s faith be enough? He must face the ultimate test to keep his family bound together.
230 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 3, 2017
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George Michael Loughmueller
26 books54 followersBest-selling author George Michael Loughmueller is a descendant of German heritage. Finding joy in being a husband and father, he is known by his friends as “Laughing George” because of his cheerful disposition and the pronunciation of his last name.
The Karsten Field Trilogy is set in a fictional Amish town and tells the story of Allan Howarth and his daughter, Ruth. It is a story of finding faith and finding strength in that faith.
The Karsten Field Trilogy is set in a fictional Amish town and tells the story of Allan Howarth and his daughter, Ruth. It is a story of finding faith and finding strength in that faith.
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March 12, 2018
Reviewed by Michelle Stanley for Readers' Favorite
Bound Together, Book 2 from the Karsten Field Trilogy is a Christian Amish novel by George Michael Loughmueller. Allan Howarth hasn’t regretted joining the Amish community of Karsten Field after his divorce. He loves his new family and friends, and appreciates the ancient teachings he now lives by. But his faith is tested when the farming community of Karsten Field experiences a sudden flood, then a drought. How are they to survive when the crops are ruined?
Things take another unexpected turn when a stranger visits, asking questions about his ancestor. It’s a harsh, cold winter that gets even worse when Ruth, Allan’s daughter, becomes seriously ill. Are prayers sufficient to save his daughter since the Amish disapprove of modern medicine? Is it God’s will to let Ruth die?
This is a wonderful follow-up to Set Free, Book 1 in the trilogy. Allan has matured a lot in physical appearance, as well as taking on a more positive, meditative outlook on life. I like the warm, homely attitude these Amish characters displayed, especially towards strangers they meet. The story is deep and meaningful, beautifully written and memorable.
I do like George Michael Loughmueller’s style as he is very thorough when explaining about the Amish religion and customs in a story that is moderately paced and interesting throughout. It is spiritually uplifting and readers will adore Ruth and Elder Ben. I recommend reading the first book in this series to better understand the characters and their issues a lot more before reading Bound Together.
Bound Together, Book 2 from the Karsten Field Trilogy is a Christian Amish novel by George Michael Loughmueller. Allan Howarth hasn’t regretted joining the Amish community of Karsten Field after his divorce. He loves his new family and friends, and appreciates the ancient teachings he now lives by. But his faith is tested when the farming community of Karsten Field experiences a sudden flood, then a drought. How are they to survive when the crops are ruined?
Things take another unexpected turn when a stranger visits, asking questions about his ancestor. It’s a harsh, cold winter that gets even worse when Ruth, Allan’s daughter, becomes seriously ill. Are prayers sufficient to save his daughter since the Amish disapprove of modern medicine? Is it God’s will to let Ruth die?
This is a wonderful follow-up to Set Free, Book 1 in the trilogy. Allan has matured a lot in physical appearance, as well as taking on a more positive, meditative outlook on life. I like the warm, homely attitude these Amish characters displayed, especially towards strangers they meet. The story is deep and meaningful, beautifully written and memorable.
I do like George Michael Loughmueller’s style as he is very thorough when explaining about the Amish religion and customs in a story that is moderately paced and interesting throughout. It is spiritually uplifting and readers will adore Ruth and Elder Ben. I recommend reading the first book in this series to better understand the characters and their issues a lot more before reading Bound Together.
August 20, 2019
Tears of joy and beginnings of a deeper knowing of God!
I finished this book at 3:36 am. It becomes difficult to put into words how this story has touched me deeply spiritually. This is truly a test of faith.
I finished this book at 3:36 am. It becomes difficult to put into words how this story has touched me deeply spiritually. This is truly a test of faith.
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