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The Proposal
Lila leaves the Amish community after being asked to marry her sister's widower and become a mother to her children.Will Lila Yoder ever be the same after her sister, Hannah, passes away unexpectedly? When the Bishop approaches her only minutes after the funeral, asking her to take her sister's place as wife to Hannah's grieving husband and a mother to her children, Lila panics and runs off.
When the mysterious, handsome stranger she sees while at Hannah's funeral bumps into her in town, her world is turned upside down in ways she could never have imagined, and leaves her wondering; what would Hannah do?
This series is a sweet, clean romance.Book The Auction
"Enjoyable Inspirational Amish Romance"
When the mysterious, handsome stranger she sees while at Hannah's funeral bumps into her in town, her world is turned upside down in ways she could never have imagined, and leaves her wondering; what would Hannah do?
This series is a sweet, clean romance.Book The Auction
"Enjoyable Inspirational Amish Romance"
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Published July 21, 2018
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August 9, 2018
Loss to love
While at her sister's funeral, Lola spots Ben and can not keep her eyes off him. Lola rebels and runs off after she is told she must marry her brother-in-law and be a mother to her two nieces on!y to meet up with Ben again.
While at her sister's funeral, Lola spots Ben and can not keep her eyes off him. Lola rebels and runs off after she is told she must marry her brother-in-law and be a mother to her two nieces on!y to meet up with Ben again.
August 18, 2018
Very good
Love the characters - the story is good- a great read on a summer afternoon ! Look forward to the next one !
Love the characters - the story is good- a great read on a summer afternoon ! Look forward to the next one !
August 1, 2018
Sweet Story, Quick Easy Read
I was intrigued by the story, finding myself turning pages quickly. I didn't realize how short of a story it was. It was kitschy at times and I sometimes uttered, "huh." Overall, I am better for reading it than not.
I was intrigued by the story, finding myself turning pages quickly. I didn't realize how short of a story it was. It was kitschy at times and I sometimes uttered, "huh." Overall, I am better for reading it than not.
August 12, 2018
Amish Homecoming, The Proposal, is written by Samantha Bayarr. This book really shocked me with its storyline. It is an enjoyable read and it keeps the readers interest to the end.
The characters are very likeable but there were a few I think were not accepting their grief. When the proposal is made I must admit I was shocked and alittle upset. My heart went out to Lila immediately. I was glad when Lila chose her path and it made perfect sense. Lila is strongwilled and it is a good thing with what she is up against. I did not receive a complimentary copy of this book to read. I was not approached to post a favorable review at anytime. I have rated this book with five stars because it has meant my expectations of a wonderful story that I can highly recommend to others.
Congratulations to Samantha Bayarr for writing another fantastic story for her readers to enjoy. I am looking forward to the next book in this series
The characters are very likeable but there were a few I think were not accepting their grief. When the proposal is made I must admit I was shocked and alittle upset. My heart went out to Lila immediately. I was glad when Lila chose her path and it made perfect sense. Lila is strongwilled and it is a good thing with what she is up against. I did not receive a complimentary copy of this book to read. I was not approached to post a favorable review at anytime. I have rated this book with five stars because it has meant my expectations of a wonderful story that I can highly recommend to others.
Congratulations to Samantha Bayarr for writing another fantastic story for her readers to enjoy. I am looking forward to the next book in this series
March 27, 2020
Lila and Hannah were best friends and sisters, there was no doubt she would do what she could to have helped her sister. The request the Bishop made after the funeral and to give an answer that soon. She couldn’t do it, the children did need a mother. With expectation from the community parents, and Bishop she flees. A chance meeting of someone she had seen at the funeral, and now again, their eyes meet. Is he a Mennonite, or English she didn’t know. Choices that are heavy upon her, while still grieving from the loss. Good story of being true to yourself and choosing what is best for you, not others.
September 4, 2021
Too short. Solutions too easily met.
The novella starts out with Lila at her sister's funeral and seeing a young man with blue eyes at another funeral, she feels a connection. Sorry -- too far fetched. Just not believable. And what happens next is off the charts. A week? A month I might buy, but a week?!
She leaves home with a horse and buggy and keeps them. Don't buy that either.
I just found the time allowed for everything to be so rushed, none of it was believable. The plot idea itself was okay but to shove it into a week!!!!
Very disappointing and I won't be reading the follow-up book(s). No, I do not recommend.
The novella starts out with Lila at her sister's funeral and seeing a young man with blue eyes at another funeral, she feels a connection. Sorry -- too far fetched. Just not believable. And what happens next is off the charts. A week? A month I might buy, but a week?!
She leaves home with a horse and buggy and keeps them. Don't buy that either.
I just found the time allowed for everything to be so rushed, none of it was believable. The plot idea itself was okay but to shove it into a week!!!!
Very disappointing and I won't be reading the follow-up book(s). No, I do not recommend.
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April 9, 2020Love Amish stories
OK, I admit I'm partial to Amish stories. This story was sweet and full of emotions. Though I am neither Amish or Mennonite, I relish their love and closeness to the family unit. This is close to God's heart and mine. The author and the editing was good with telling the story, describing emotions, remaining true to customs, and keeping distractions from interfering with the reading. All these attributes led me to give this book a five stars rating. Well done.
OK, I admit I'm partial to Amish stories. This story was sweet and full of emotions. Though I am neither Amish or Mennonite, I relish their love and closeness to the family unit. This is close to God's heart and mine. The author and the editing was good with telling the story, describing emotions, remaining true to customs, and keeping distractions from interfering with the reading. All these attributes led me to give this book a five stars rating. Well done.
April 6, 2020
Amish, Mennonite, or English.
I really a this story.
The characters were really good 👍 together. I loved the interaction between Lila and Ben. I had several emotions reading this book. It was a little bit sad 😢 at times.
What does God have in store for Lila and Ben?
I was hoping the outcome of her dilemma would be what it came to be.
Read it for yourself!
#20 Clouds in title of or on Cover. 2020 Bookhoarders Challenge.
I really a this story.
The characters were really good 👍 together. I loved the interaction between Lila and Ben. I had several emotions reading this book. It was a little bit sad 😢 at times.
What does God have in store for Lila and Ben?
I was hoping the outcome of her dilemma would be what it came to be.
Read it for yourself!
#20 Clouds in title of or on Cover. 2020 Bookhoarders Challenge.
August 4, 2018
Great Read
I really enjoyed reading this book a great read I loved how the author exp!aimed each character in this book even though Lila loved her sister she would not submit to marriage just for sake of Hannah husband and the children J was glad that it worked out for everyone it was a great read.
I really enjoyed reading this book a great read I loved how the author exp!aimed each character in this book even though Lila loved her sister she would not submit to marriage just for sake of Hannah husband and the children J was glad that it worked out for everyone it was a great read.
September 19, 2018
Great story........
I enjoyed this story. The story of the death of a young woman of the Amish community brought a challenge to the dead women's sister when the family wanted her to marry her sister's widow and take over as wife and mother, fill her dead sister's shoes. Could she do that?
I enjoyed this story. The story of the death of a young woman of the Amish community brought a challenge to the dead women's sister when the family wanted her to marry her sister's widow and take over as wife and mother, fill her dead sister's shoes. Could she do that?
July 26, 2018
A must read!
I gave this book five stars because the story kept me interested. It flowed well and didn't jump around like some stories do. I read it all in one sitting if that says anything.
I gave this book five stars because the story kept me interested. It flowed well and didn't jump around like some stories do. I read it all in one sitting if that says anything.
September 6, 2018
I really enjoy this book . And the story about the Amish ways.
I would of like too fine out how they were in there new home and I just feel they went throw a lot in too different life
I would of like too fine out how they were in there new home and I just feel they went throw a lot in too different life
August 26, 2019
Great story
I enjoyed reading this story! The characters personality traits were strong enough that I could relate to what they were experiencing in their lives, just like they were real people. The only thing I would have liked is for it to have been a longer book!
I enjoyed reading this story! The characters personality traits were strong enough that I could relate to what they were experiencing in their lives, just like they were real people. The only thing I would have liked is for it to have been a longer book!
March 31, 2020
Educational
I enjoyed reading this sweet story and learning about some of the beliefs and traditions of the Amish. It was easy to picture in my mind, what the farms and countryside looked like.
I enjoyed reading this sweet story and learning about some of the beliefs and traditions of the Amish. It was easy to picture in my mind, what the farms and countryside looked like.
March 4, 2022
Amish is a romance novel. It is written in a very simplistic style. While the style seems to be written for a teen or tween, the subject may not appeal to that age group. The lack of depth led to my low rating.
August 6, 2018
Great!
Love the story. Love the characters and getting to know them. We never know what God's ultimate plans for us are. Another start reading and can't put it down story.
Love the story. Love the characters and getting to know them. We never know what God's ultimate plans for us are. Another start reading and can't put it down story.
February 24, 2019
Good book
Another good book from Samantha Bayarr, it was a short story but good. Brought in characters from another series of hers. I think you will enjoy reading it.
Another good book from Samantha Bayarr, it was a short story but good. Brought in characters from another series of hers. I think you will enjoy reading it.
March 31, 2020
Captivating
What an enjoyable read. Quick, entertaining and palpable situations. They drew you in. You couldn’t feel more a part of the story if you were actually present.
What an enjoyable read. Quick, entertaining and palpable situations. They drew you in. You couldn’t feel more a part of the story if you were actually present.
March 31, 2020
The loss of a sister is hard to live with.
But now they think she should marry her brother in law! This can not be happening. Lila must get away.
But now they think she should marry her brother in law! This can not be happening. Lila must get away.
April 4, 2020
A very sweet story
As much as I enjoyed this story, it seemed a bit rushed without more interaction between them. But then I know nothing about the Amish ways .
As much as I enjoyed this story, it seemed a bit rushed without more interaction between them. But then I know nothing about the Amish ways .
April 7, 2020
Great book
April 17, 2020
Excellent!
July 23, 2020
Good Read!!!
I enjoyed reading this book tremendously. It was great and a little funny how everything worked out in the end.
I enjoyed reading this book tremendously. It was great and a little funny how everything worked out in the end.
September 26, 2020
Short and sweet.
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October 21, 2020Love the Amish stories! This is one of the many I’ve read.
December 11, 2020
Love
Doing the right thing and follow your heart.Lila and Ben will make a fine home together close to her family
Doing the right thing and follow your heart.Lila and Ben will make a fine home together close to her family
April 29, 2025
very good book. very nice story and sad at times
April 29, 2020
I. Really enjoyed the book.I like Amish story's
Thank you
Thank you
January 1, 2023
Nice, sweet, and clean.
It was a great story, just wish it was longer. Can't give away any spoilers though. I will look for more from this author.
It was a great story, just wish it was longer. Can't give away any spoilers though. I will look for more from this author.
March 11, 2019
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