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The Amish Cookie Club
Every other Friday, Edna Esh and three of her childhood friends meet to bake sugar cookies for their respective church districts on worship Sunday. It’s a time to give to the Plain community—and give support to each other as they share their joys and fears . . . Edna’s friend, Verna Bontrager, has a problem. Her outspoken twenty-year-old daughter, Myrna, has been fired from her job. Again. Myrna’s family really needs her to chip in, but she’s clearly unsuited to customer service—not to mention that her sharp tongue scares away any boy who might come courting. But Edna has an idea—and his name is Ezekiel Riehl. A widower with four young children, Ezekiel needs help. His house and his brood are a mess; his demeanor is gruff. It’s no surprise Myrna takes an immediate dislike to him. Yet she has no choice but to take on the challenge—and soon she starts to create order out of chaos. In fact, the kids begin to depend on Myrna—and so does Ezekiel. The truth is, she’s fallen in love with him. But if he’s to prove he’s not looking for a marriage of convenience, he’ll have to convince her of what’s in his heart . . . Includes Cookie recipes!
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Published May 28, 2019
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Sarah Price
135 books647 followersECPA Christian Fiction Bestseller (June 2014, July 2014)
Amazon Top 100 Author for Books & eBooks (January 2016, September 2013, August 2013, May 2013, April 2013, February 2013, January 2013, December 2012)
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The author of over 30 novels, Sarah Price publishes with Realms, an imprint of Charisma House and Waterfall, an imprint of Brilliance Audio.
Her book, An Empty Cup, was #3 on Amazon Top 100 eBooks in January 2016.
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FAMILY HERITAGE
During the early 1700s, the Preiss family arrived in America aboard an old sailing vessel called the Patience. The family left Europe, escaping Catholic persecution for their Anabaptist beliefs. Sarah Price comes from a long line of devout Mennonites, including numerous church leaders and ministers throughout the years.
In 1969, Sarah Price was born in Pennsylvania and lived on the land of her ancestors, Johannes Preiss and "King Tammany", otherwise known as Tamanend, a chief of the Lenni Lenape nation in the Delaware Valley.
In the early 1970s, her family moved to Morristown, New Jersey where she still resides with her husband, two children, and assortment of animals.
Ms. Price has advanced degrees in Communication (MA), Marketing (MBA), and Educational Leadership (PhD).
Ms. Price was a former full-time college professor. After being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2013, she now writes full-time.
Amazon Top 100 Author for Books & eBooks (January 2016, September 2013, August 2013, May 2013, April 2013, February 2013, January 2013, December 2012)
-------------------------
The author of over 30 novels, Sarah Price publishes with Realms, an imprint of Charisma House and Waterfall, an imprint of Brilliance Audio.
Her book, An Empty Cup, was #3 on Amazon Top 100 eBooks in January 2016.
Follow her on social media:
Blog:http://www.sarahpriceauthor.com.
Facebook: http://facebook.com/fansofsarahprice.
Instagram: @SarahPriceAuthor
Twitter: @SarahPriceAuthr
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/SarahPrice
FAMILY HERITAGE
During the early 1700s, the Preiss family arrived in America aboard an old sailing vessel called the Patience. The family left Europe, escaping Catholic persecution for their Anabaptist beliefs. Sarah Price comes from a long line of devout Mennonites, including numerous church leaders and ministers throughout the years.
In 1969, Sarah Price was born in Pennsylvania and lived on the land of her ancestors, Johannes Preiss and "King Tammany", otherwise known as Tamanend, a chief of the Lenni Lenape nation in the Delaware Valley.
In the early 1970s, her family moved to Morristown, New Jersey where she still resides with her husband, two children, and assortment of animals.
Ms. Price has advanced degrees in Communication (MA), Marketing (MBA), and Educational Leadership (PhD).
Ms. Price was a former full-time college professor. After being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2013, she now writes full-time.
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May 20, 2019
The Amish Cookie Club
Sarah Price
The Amish Cookie Club by Sarah Price is book one in her series of the same name. I’m new to this author, but I love Amish fiction so I take advantage of every opportunity to discover new favorites in the genre.
Edna, Mary, Wilma and Verna are the ladies of the Amish Cookie Club. They meet twice a month on Friday to bake cookies and socialize. In this first book in the series they task themselves with finding a job for Verna’s outspoken daughter, Myrna. Edna recommends Myrna to widower Ezekiel Riehl. Myrna accepts the job tending his house and four children. Ezekiel initially insists that he’s not looking for a second wife, but grows to admire Myrna.
The Amish Cookie Club is a 5 out of 5 star read. The characters are vibrant and throughly realistic. The author fully introduces each lady and gives complete details of their family and interactions. It was a pleasure getting to know them. I’m not Amish but I could completely relate to these characters. I will definitely be reading the rest of this series. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys chaste romance, especially religious romance. If you don’t like religious themes, take a pass on this book.
My thanks to Kensington Books and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book. However the opinions expressed in this review are 100% mine and mine alone.
Sarah Price
The Amish Cookie Club by Sarah Price is book one in her series of the same name. I’m new to this author, but I love Amish fiction so I take advantage of every opportunity to discover new favorites in the genre.
Edna, Mary, Wilma and Verna are the ladies of the Amish Cookie Club. They meet twice a month on Friday to bake cookies and socialize. In this first book in the series they task themselves with finding a job for Verna’s outspoken daughter, Myrna. Edna recommends Myrna to widower Ezekiel Riehl. Myrna accepts the job tending his house and four children. Ezekiel initially insists that he’s not looking for a second wife, but grows to admire Myrna.
The Amish Cookie Club is a 5 out of 5 star read. The characters are vibrant and throughly realistic. The author fully introduces each lady and gives complete details of their family and interactions. It was a pleasure getting to know them. I’m not Amish but I could completely relate to these characters. I will definitely be reading the rest of this series. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys chaste romance, especially religious romance. If you don’t like religious themes, take a pass on this book.
My thanks to Kensington Books and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book. However the opinions expressed in this review are 100% mine and mine alone.
June 12, 2019
Sarah Price has created a wonderful cast of characters in this book, and her setting is warm and engaging and oh so inviting. There is a lot of heart in this book.
Highly recommend!
Highly recommend!
April 14, 2020
What a fun concept to build a series around! Amish matrons, who have a handle on all the goings on of their community, meet together to bake for the greater good. And in the process, they tackle problems on their home-fronts. In this first book of the Amish Cookie Club series, the ladies conspire to help Vera's challenging and opinionated daughter.
The story switches back and forth from the cookie club group to young Myrna's challenging adventure into childcare and home management for a beleaguered widower. And romance! Loved the mystery shrouding Zeke and the way the author builds to the big reveal. A vivid lesson on the far-reaching effects a 'little bit' of gossip can have.
A wonderful blend of humour and angst in this hope-in-second-chances romance. Plus, the author even includes some recipes at the end of the book and they all look yummy!
The story switches back and forth from the cookie club group to young Myrna's challenging adventure into childcare and home management for a beleaguered widower. And romance! Loved the mystery shrouding Zeke and the way the author builds to the big reveal. A vivid lesson on the far-reaching effects a 'little bit' of gossip can have.
A wonderful blend of humour and angst in this hope-in-second-chances romance. Plus, the author even includes some recipes at the end of the book and they all look yummy!
May 29, 2019
A fun book full of emotions and lessons. I always say the book I just finished is my favorite by Sarah Price but this one truly is. I would not have thought that when I first started reading, The Amish Cookie Club. I struggled liking Myrna and wanted to reach in and yell at her to GROW UP. I found her so childish but oh what a wonderful change she made when she started working for Ezekiel. Price did a most excellent job in showing us how it is true if you don't focus on yourself and your unhappiness and turn the focus on others you will find you are happier and more fulfilled.
You will not want to put the book down once you start and it reads so flawlessly you will possibly finish in one day. Just beware you will be sad to leave the cookie club so soon and the next installment is not due until later this year.
Recipes are included and I already want to bake the famous sugar cookies.
I received a complimentary copy from Kensington through NetGalley. Any and all opinions expressed in the above review are entirely my own.
You will not want to put the book down once you start and it reads so flawlessly you will possibly finish in one day. Just beware you will be sad to leave the cookie club so soon and the next installment is not due until later this year.
Recipes are included and I already want to bake the famous sugar cookies.
I received a complimentary copy from Kensington through NetGalley. Any and all opinions expressed in the above review are entirely my own.
February 11, 2023
This was a very cute book. A little rushed at the end but other wise very good. I can’t wait to see what happens in the next one. Oh and never assume anything. Always ask!!!! Thanks Jenn for the book :)
April 7, 2025
Cute but not really a book. More like a novelette.
May 14, 2019
I really enjoyed this read, and I loved Myrna, a young out-spoken Amish woman, that if she was working for you, this is a possibility she could make you lose business.
The Amish Cookie Club is a small group of women who now that their children are grown are looking for ways to get together and help their community. Of course, they discuss their problems and concerns, and thus our story blooms.
Gossip, at its finest, the Amish grapevine working hard, and with twisted facts, will this young woman be able to help this widower. You can almost see these children bloom under Myrna’s organizational skills, and cookie making!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Kensington, and was not required to give a positive review
The Amish Cookie Club is a small group of women who now that their children are grown are looking for ways to get together and help their community. Of course, they discuss their problems and concerns, and thus our story blooms.
Gossip, at its finest, the Amish grapevine working hard, and with twisted facts, will this young woman be able to help this widower. You can almost see these children bloom under Myrna’s organizational skills, and cookie making!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Kensington, and was not required to give a positive review
May 8, 2023
If you enjoy Christian literature, this is a good one to read. I really appreciate the lesson that it teaches about listening to gossip and spreading it to others. Gossiping is a deadly sin, and sadly, too many of us believe that it's normal because "everybody does it."
May 30, 2019
Every time I begin a book by masterful author, Sarah Price, I get shivers of delight down my spine and feel like a kid in a candy store—or in this case I suppose I should say a bakery. lol 'The Amish Cookie Club' is a fun read guaranteed to bring on a smile or two, some laughing out loud, tearing up, and definitely cause a few sweet cravings along the way!
The "club" includes long-time friends who not only bind together to bake for their church districts, but to lend support to one another as problems arise with their grown children.
And as with each book by Ms. Price I glean some of life's lessons along the way—the harm of gossip and holding grudges, not jumping to conclusions, and the importance of talking things out instead of letting them fester...to name a few. A delightful novel that will captivate readers of all ages, I highly recommend 'The Amish Cookie Club'!
I received a complimentary copy of this novel from NetGalley and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
The "club" includes long-time friends who not only bind together to bake for their church districts, but to lend support to one another as problems arise with their grown children.
And as with each book by Ms. Price I glean some of life's lessons along the way—the harm of gossip and holding grudges, not jumping to conclusions, and the importance of talking things out instead of letting them fester...to name a few. A delightful novel that will captivate readers of all ages, I highly recommend 'The Amish Cookie Club'!
I received a complimentary copy of this novel from NetGalley and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
April 21, 2019
Myrna's gift is organization; however, what is organized to her may not be organized to someone else. Reorganizing merchandise leads to her job loss. She ends up back in her father's hardware store in the back. One of the Amish women who bakes cookies with her mother suggests Myrna might be able to help a widower by caring for his four children and keeping house while he minds the farm. Zeke makes it clear he lacks interest in marrying again. The rumor mill suggests he does not believe in medicine and that he refused medical treatment for his late wife. Everyone who encounters him finds him to very nice and caring and don't understand how he might be so conservative as to refuse medical treatments but still allow running water and other more progressive things. The Amish women wonder almost immediately if Myrna and Zeke will marry. While this is not great literature, it is the perfect escape. It was the right book at the right time--a clean, wholesome romance. This review is based on an electronic copy received through NetGalley with the expectation of an honest review. (3.5 stars)
June 5, 2019
It took me a while to be drawn into this book, but once I was there, I couldn't put the book down. Sarah really did a wonderful job bringing each character alive and making you just love them and pray that their lives turn out the way you think they should go. Many lesson will be taught and learned while reading this story of The Amish Cookie Club. In this story it is a good reminder to us all that we each of way of doing things, but most importantly that we shouldn't believe everything we hear about others. I love the story of Myrna. Thanks Sarah Price.
May 28, 2019
The Amish Cookie Club by Sarah Price
series The Amish Cookie Club #1
Every other Friday, Edna Esh and three of her childhood friends meet to bake sugar cookies for their respective church districts on worship Sunday. It’s a time to give to the Plain community—and give support to each other as they share their joys and fears . . .
Edna’s friend, Verna Bontrager, has a problem. Her outspoken twenty-year-old daughter, Myrna, has been fired from her job. Again. Myrna’s family really needs her to chip in, but she’s clearly unsuited to customer service—not to mention that her sharp tongue scares away any boy who might come courting. But Edna has an idea—and his name is Ezekiel Riehl.
A widower with four young children, Ezekiel needs help. His house and his brood are a mess; his demeanor is gruff. It’s no surprise Myrna takes an immediate dislike to him. Yet she has no choice but to take on the challenge—and soon she starts to create order out of chaos. In fact, the kids begin to depend on Myrna—and so does Ezekiel. The truth is, she’s fallen in love with him. But if he’s to prove he’s not looking for a marriage of convenience, he’ll have to convince her of what’s in his heart . . .
Includes Cookie recipes!
Edna and Elmer Esh
Edna’s friend, Vera Bontrager
Vera outspoken daughter Myrna Bontrager.
Ezekiel Riehl A widower with four young children.
Edna’s friends Mary Ropp,Wilma Schwartz,and Verna Bontrager.
The smell of freshly baked cinnamon rolls always reminded Edna Esh of her mother.
Lifting the pan toward her face, Edna shut her eyes and inhaled deeply, enjoying the warm steam that brushed against her cheeks as she savored the scent of freshly ground cinnamon.
In the silence of the moment, she thought back to the days of her youth. Saturdays. Those were the mornings her mother baked cinnamon rolls at her father’s farm outside of Seyberts, Indiana. Farm life was always busy, but, even though all the children were home for the day, Saturday mornings were less chaotic for her mother. No school lunches to prepare, no faces to wash, no children to hurry off to school. With her brood filling the house with laughter, Edna’s mother was always in her glory. Back then, her gift to her children was those gloriously wonderful cinnamon rolls which began every weekend like a tasty note of love.
“I’ll never understand you.” The teasing voice of her husband interrupted the moment. “Baking sweets before your friends visit so you can bake more sweets!”
Opening her eyes, Edna smiled at Elmer. For almost thirty years, he’d been her husband, partner, and—most importantly—her best friend. She watched as he stood in the doorway, kicking off his work boots—one, two . . . each landing with a loud clomp on the mudroom floor—before entering the kitchen. He didn’t seem to notice the clumps of dirt which fell from the soles. Sighing, Edna made a mental note to sweep the floor before her friends arrived.
He had already removed his hat, which had left his salt-and-pepper hair pressed flat against his head. “Seems you have those gals over more for visiting than for baking!” he teased.
It was just after twelve thirty when the black buggy rolled into the driveway. Hearing the wheels rumbling on the gravel, Edna felt that familiar surge of joy. She hurried to the window and peered outside, smiling when she saw the horse stop by the barn.
As usual, Verna had driven, stopping to pick up Mary first and then Wilma. And, as usual, the first woman to emerge from the buggy was Wilma. Her dark green dress still had flour marks on the sides, probably from baking fresh bread for her family that morning. Her white prayer kapp covered her graying hair, but a few strands had sprung free and poked out from the back of the stiff white head covering.
Quickly, Edna hurried through the kitchen door and onto the porch, eagerly waiting to greet her friends.
Wilkum! And hurry! The cinnamon rolls are still warm from this morning!”
I highly recommend reading.
The Amish Cookie Club by Sarah Price is a wonderful well written 5 star book.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Sarah Price.
Carolyn's Quilt
(Amish Quilts of Indiana, book 3)
Dottie's Quilt
(Amish Quilts of Indiana, book 4)
The Amish Cookie Club
(Amish Cookie Club, book 1)
An Amish Cookie Club Christmas
(Amish Cookie Club, book 2)
Amish Fairytale
1. Belle
2. Ella
3. Sadie
Amish Quilts of Indiana
1. Annie's Quilt
2. Becky's Quilt
3. Carolyn's Quilt
4. Dottie's Quilt
The Hope Chest by Sarah Price
First Impressions - An Amish Tale of Pride and Prejudice ebook by Sarah Price
Second Chances - An Amish Retelling of Jane Austen's Persuasion ebook by Sarah Price
Secret Sister An Amish Christmas Tale
The Amish Cookie Club ebook by Sarah Price
The Amish Cookie Club
An Amish Cookie Club Christmas
series The Amish Cookie Club #1
Every other Friday, Edna Esh and three of her childhood friends meet to bake sugar cookies for their respective church districts on worship Sunday. It’s a time to give to the Plain community—and give support to each other as they share their joys and fears . . .
Edna’s friend, Verna Bontrager, has a problem. Her outspoken twenty-year-old daughter, Myrna, has been fired from her job. Again. Myrna’s family really needs her to chip in, but she’s clearly unsuited to customer service—not to mention that her sharp tongue scares away any boy who might come courting. But Edna has an idea—and his name is Ezekiel Riehl.
A widower with four young children, Ezekiel needs help. His house and his brood are a mess; his demeanor is gruff. It’s no surprise Myrna takes an immediate dislike to him. Yet she has no choice but to take on the challenge—and soon she starts to create order out of chaos. In fact, the kids begin to depend on Myrna—and so does Ezekiel. The truth is, she’s fallen in love with him. But if he’s to prove he’s not looking for a marriage of convenience, he’ll have to convince her of what’s in his heart . . .
Includes Cookie recipes!
Edna and Elmer Esh
Edna’s friend, Vera Bontrager
Vera outspoken daughter Myrna Bontrager.
Ezekiel Riehl A widower with four young children.
Edna’s friends Mary Ropp,Wilma Schwartz,and Verna Bontrager.
The smell of freshly baked cinnamon rolls always reminded Edna Esh of her mother.
Lifting the pan toward her face, Edna shut her eyes and inhaled deeply, enjoying the warm steam that brushed against her cheeks as she savored the scent of freshly ground cinnamon.
In the silence of the moment, she thought back to the days of her youth. Saturdays. Those were the mornings her mother baked cinnamon rolls at her father’s farm outside of Seyberts, Indiana. Farm life was always busy, but, even though all the children were home for the day, Saturday mornings were less chaotic for her mother. No school lunches to prepare, no faces to wash, no children to hurry off to school. With her brood filling the house with laughter, Edna’s mother was always in her glory. Back then, her gift to her children was those gloriously wonderful cinnamon rolls which began every weekend like a tasty note of love.
“I’ll never understand you.” The teasing voice of her husband interrupted the moment. “Baking sweets before your friends visit so you can bake more sweets!”
Opening her eyes, Edna smiled at Elmer. For almost thirty years, he’d been her husband, partner, and—most importantly—her best friend. She watched as he stood in the doorway, kicking off his work boots—one, two . . . each landing with a loud clomp on the mudroom floor—before entering the kitchen. He didn’t seem to notice the clumps of dirt which fell from the soles. Sighing, Edna made a mental note to sweep the floor before her friends arrived.
He had already removed his hat, which had left his salt-and-pepper hair pressed flat against his head. “Seems you have those gals over more for visiting than for baking!” he teased.
It was just after twelve thirty when the black buggy rolled into the driveway. Hearing the wheels rumbling on the gravel, Edna felt that familiar surge of joy. She hurried to the window and peered outside, smiling when she saw the horse stop by the barn.
As usual, Verna had driven, stopping to pick up Mary first and then Wilma. And, as usual, the first woman to emerge from the buggy was Wilma. Her dark green dress still had flour marks on the sides, probably from baking fresh bread for her family that morning. Her white prayer kapp covered her graying hair, but a few strands had sprung free and poked out from the back of the stiff white head covering.
Quickly, Edna hurried through the kitchen door and onto the porch, eagerly waiting to greet her friends.
Wilkum! And hurry! The cinnamon rolls are still warm from this morning!”
I highly recommend reading.
The Amish Cookie Club by Sarah Price is a wonderful well written 5 star book.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Sarah Price.
Carolyn's Quilt
(Amish Quilts of Indiana, book 3)
Dottie's Quilt
(Amish Quilts of Indiana, book 4)
The Amish Cookie Club
(Amish Cookie Club, book 1)
An Amish Cookie Club Christmas
(Amish Cookie Club, book 2)
Amish Fairytale
1. Belle
2. Ella
3. Sadie
Amish Quilts of Indiana
1. Annie's Quilt
2. Becky's Quilt
3. Carolyn's Quilt
4. Dottie's Quilt
The Hope Chest by Sarah Price
First Impressions - An Amish Tale of Pride and Prejudice ebook by Sarah Price
Second Chances - An Amish Retelling of Jane Austen's Persuasion ebook by Sarah Price
Secret Sister An Amish Christmas Tale
The Amish Cookie Club ebook by Sarah Price
The Amish Cookie Club
An Amish Cookie Club Christmas
May 10, 2019
I like this book ok but I think that author was a little bit rude when I asked a question.
Myrna Myrna what is to become of you but then you're a little bit like me. Right down to the red hair peeking out from your cap. Us Redheads are incorrigible!! Makes me wonder if you were left handed like me as well?
Although I can't say that I've been let go of my jobs like you have. Even though I have been through a lot but it wasn't because my personality. I either got bored or just up and left. But, now I"ve been at my job almost 8 years. It's the same everywhere isn't it.
I can't say that I am with the Swartzentruber Amish and their beliefs because sometimes you just need a little extra help from the outside.
I do like the idea however of a cookie club. I think it's a great idea for friends to get together and work at the things we all like or are like minded.
Ezekiel is a kind hearted man. I really liked him and I think that he got done rather wrong. I'm glad that things worked out for him. It shows that God has a bigger plan than we know and can comprehend. It also shows that if a door closes than leave it!! Don't keep banging on it!! He might've closed it for a reason maybe even better things to come.
I didn't like all the gossip that surrounded Ezekiel.. Busy bodies for sure!! Never assume anything until you actually hear it from the horse's mouth so to speak.
Wagging tongues can hurt. It really isn't nice to speak so meanly or judge others!! That is for God and God alone!!
But because the author shows us that the Amish are just like us in many ways is why I love Amish fiction.
I would really love to go for a ride in an Amish buggy!! And their cooking is out of this world!! I was fortunate to get to go to Amish country in Indiana for a day. I would like to go again!!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley with no compensations received and all opinions are my own!!
Myrna Myrna what is to become of you but then you're a little bit like me. Right down to the red hair peeking out from your cap. Us Redheads are incorrigible!! Makes me wonder if you were left handed like me as well?
Although I can't say that I've been let go of my jobs like you have. Even though I have been through a lot but it wasn't because my personality. I either got bored or just up and left. But, now I"ve been at my job almost 8 years. It's the same everywhere isn't it.
I can't say that I am with the Swartzentruber Amish and their beliefs because sometimes you just need a little extra help from the outside.
I do like the idea however of a cookie club. I think it's a great idea for friends to get together and work at the things we all like or are like minded.
Ezekiel is a kind hearted man. I really liked him and I think that he got done rather wrong. I'm glad that things worked out for him. It shows that God has a bigger plan than we know and can comprehend. It also shows that if a door closes than leave it!! Don't keep banging on it!! He might've closed it for a reason maybe even better things to come.
I didn't like all the gossip that surrounded Ezekiel.. Busy bodies for sure!! Never assume anything until you actually hear it from the horse's mouth so to speak.
Wagging tongues can hurt. It really isn't nice to speak so meanly or judge others!! That is for God and God alone!!
But because the author shows us that the Amish are just like us in many ways is why I love Amish fiction.
I would really love to go for a ride in an Amish buggy!! And their cooking is out of this world!! I was fortunate to get to go to Amish country in Indiana for a day. I would like to go again!!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley with no compensations received and all opinions are my own!!
May 28, 2019
Edna and her three friends meet up every other Friday to bake cookies for church worship services. Edna's daughter Myrna is at it again. Her mouth and opinions got her fired again. Myrna is twenty one and is still living at home, she isn't courting anyone. Her parents need her help and now she lost this job they don't know what to do.
Edna's mamm and her friends are together baking cookies one Friday. When one of them suggest that Ezekiel Riehl is a widower and her has four young children. He needs help with the house and the children, since his help will be leaving soon. Will Myrna be able to keep this job? Or will her opinions and mouth get her fired? What will Ezekiel and the children think of her? Will they like her? Will she like them? Will Ezekiel think she is the right person for the job?
This is the first book in a brand new series. I really enjoyed reading this book. I loved all the characters. I can't wait to read the next book in this series. Go grab your copy today, you will be glad you did.
I was given a copy of this book through NetGalley all opinions are my own.
Edna's mamm and her friends are together baking cookies one Friday. When one of them suggest that Ezekiel Riehl is a widower and her has four young children. He needs help with the house and the children, since his help will be leaving soon. Will Myrna be able to keep this job? Or will her opinions and mouth get her fired? What will Ezekiel and the children think of her? Will they like her? Will she like them? Will Ezekiel think she is the right person for the job?
This is the first book in a brand new series. I really enjoyed reading this book. I loved all the characters. I can't wait to read the next book in this series. Go grab your copy today, you will be glad you did.
I was given a copy of this book through NetGalley all opinions are my own.
July 15, 2019
Four middle aged Amish mothers bake cookies together for their church Sundays that are also busy bodies regarding their daughters who are courting or marrying age. Myrna is outspoken and opinionated that kept her from remaining employed. The busy bodies found a perfect job caring for Zeke, a young widower, and his four children. Well Myrna be able to handle this job with her characteristics? Or will it be a perfect match for her? Fans of Amish fiction who prefer a faith message in their Amish books will find that lacking in this tale.
I borrowed this book from our library, thus a review was not required. I have expressed my own opinion.
March 31, 2019
*Thank you to NetGalley & Kenzington publishing for this free copy in exchange for an honest review*
Ugh. I’m such a sucker for a good Amish story. Myrna is the problem child of the community and so a plan is hatched to get her back on the straight and narrow.
Enter Ezekiel. Widower and father of 4, he could definitely use some help.
The romance in this story is so gentle and sweet...I loved every word.
Ugh. I’m such a sucker for a good Amish story. Myrna is the problem child of the community and so a plan is hatched to get her back on the straight and narrow.
Enter Ezekiel. Widower and father of 4, he could definitely use some help.
The romance in this story is so gentle and sweet...I loved every word.
July 16, 2019
Twice a month Edna and three friends get together to make cookies for their church services and to support each other. One has twin daughters that fight all the time, one has a daughter that is so shy she doesn’t talk to anyone and Edna’s daughter is so outspoken that she has been fired from every job she has had. The friends decide that she should work as a caregiver in an Amish home. They pick Zeke a widower with three young children. The story is predictable from there but still an interesting story.
June 27, 2020
This takes place in Indiana. The story is about a group of women who bake cookies and play matchmaker. They help on of their children get a new job with a nearby family. There is gossip and drama and romance and cookies. I liked the baking best.
July 27, 2019
I loved this book!! Great story!! Can't wait for the next book in the series to release!! Love this author's books!!
September 15, 2019
I enjoyed this simple wholesome read...
September 18, 2019
A book about finding love in the most unlikely places with the most unlikely people.
January 9, 2021
Edna and three of her long-time friends get together regularly to bake cookies for the meals that follow their church services. Talk often turns to their families, and some of the problems they experience. Verna’s daughter Myrna is too outspoken for her own good, and she has been fired from every job she has ever had because of her unbridled tongue. As a last resort, she is compelled by her family to care for the four young children of a widower. He is gruff, and she immediately dislikes him. This story quietly illustrates that first impressions are not always dependable, and that the rumors that swirl around a person are often untrue. The characters are quite delightful, and the premise of the series is very interesting. Even though readers will guess how it will end, the journey to that conclusion will be a bit of a mystery. Well done.
April 12, 2019
The Amish Cookie Club is the first book written by Sarah Price in her new series. This is an outstanding story full of faith, understanding, and forgiveness. the characters are well developed and very likeable. The storyline moves along at a fast pace and will definitely keep the reader turning pages to see what happens next.
The Cookie Club is formed quit by accident she four lifelong friends, Edna, Wilma, Verna, and Mary gather to bake cookies every week to serve at their church meals. The ladies also enjoy fellowshipping at these baking sessions and that is where they devise a plan to help one of the daughters through a difficult time. As the story plays out many misunderstandings are brought to light and rumors put to rest. This is a remarkable story.
I was given the opportunity to read this book in advance of its release through Netgalley and Sarah Price. I was not approached by anyone to post a favorable review in exchange for this opportunity. I have rated this book with five stars for meeting my expectations of a wonderful story that I can highly recommend to others.
Congratulations to Sarah Price for writing this fantastic story for her readers to enjoy. I will be anticipating the release of the next book in this series.
The Cookie Club is formed quit by accident she four lifelong friends, Edna, Wilma, Verna, and Mary gather to bake cookies every week to serve at their church meals. The ladies also enjoy fellowshipping at these baking sessions and that is where they devise a plan to help one of the daughters through a difficult time. As the story plays out many misunderstandings are brought to light and rumors put to rest. This is a remarkable story.
I was given the opportunity to read this book in advance of its release through Netgalley and Sarah Price. I was not approached by anyone to post a favorable review in exchange for this opportunity. I have rated this book with five stars for meeting my expectations of a wonderful story that I can highly recommend to others.
Congratulations to Sarah Price for writing this fantastic story for her readers to enjoy. I will be anticipating the release of the next book in this series.
October 12, 2020
A multi-layered story but the main thread woven throughout is that you shouldn't believe everything you hear. Four Amish mothers get together every Friday to make cookies for the Sunday services and to lean on each other for support and friendship. When Verna tells her friends about her strong willed daughter getting fired from yet another job the friends offer not only their support but come up with a job opportunity for hard headed Myrna. In a neighboring church district there is a young widower with three children and a baby; struggling and in need of help. Myrna is dispatched to help out, but she is convinced that she is being set up and groomed to be a replacement wife. She is pleasantly surprised when she finds herself falling for the kids and is pleased that for once her hard work is appreciated. But when a rumor starts floating around about the reasons behind his wife's death (refusing treatment for breast cancer) the four friends in the Amish cookie club start to have doubts about this widower's character and their judgements start to rub off on Myrna. A story of second chances and a reminder that gossip does more harm than good. Sweet and wonderful. I can't wait to read the rest in this series!
May 12, 2019
I have been reading a lot of Amish romance lately, and I love the different communities the authors create that really lets a reader see the different culture the Amish people experience every day. I think there is a misconception that all Amish communities are alike, and it's clear in The Amish Cookie Club that it's not the case at all - each community has varying belief systems, some more conservative than others. I found this book not only very romantic but also very informative. The one quibble I have is the title - I understand that there is a large focus on the cookie club and the women within it, but I felt it had very little to do with the romance itself. I was expecting more cookie club involvement, so it threw me off a bit when I realized the heroine wasn't part of it at all. But I think it's setting up the series, since the children of the cookie club women are the ones who will be falling in love.
Myrna Bontrager has been fired from her job. Again. Her reputation among the Amish businesses in Shipshewana is horrible, and now that it seems to be spreading to the English businesses as well, Myrna's family is realizing that something must be done. That's when a plan is formed - a local widower, Ezekiel Riehl, needs help looking after his four children. After his wife passed away last year from cancer, he has had very little help, and being a farmer, it's hard to keep up with both his work and his family. Reluctantly agreeing to help him, Myrna tries to curb her opinionated ways so that she's not fired from this job as well. But when Ezekiel lets her rearrange his home and appreciates her particular way of doing things, they begin to form a friendship. And that friendship becomes something more.
Myrna and Ezekiel were like night and day! Myrna wouldn't shut up and Ezekiel rarely spoke. A match made in heaven, really - over time, Myrna spoke a bit less and Ezekiel spoke a bit more, balancing each other out. I had a crazy difficult time liking Myrna for the first half of the book. She wasn't just opinionated - she was downright rude! It was all about herself and not about other people. Even though she claimed she was just trying to help and had "good intentions," she didn't really consider if other people wanted her "help." I was so happy when her character took a turn for the better, once she took on more responsibility by caring for Ezekiel's children. She began to see a world beyond her own, and her maturity grew so much in just a few weeks. Ezekiel was such a sweetheart and a man of few words, and I loved how Myrna really appreciated him. Ezekiel was clearly charmed by her, and their relationship was very sweet.
I'm excited to read the next book in the series, about Bethany, a daughter of one of the cookie club ladies. She seems the opposite of Myrna, and it will be interesting to see her paired up with John.
**I received a free copy via NetGalley and this is my honest review.**
Myrna Bontrager has been fired from her job. Again. Her reputation among the Amish businesses in Shipshewana is horrible, and now that it seems to be spreading to the English businesses as well, Myrna's family is realizing that something must be done. That's when a plan is formed - a local widower, Ezekiel Riehl, needs help looking after his four children. After his wife passed away last year from cancer, he has had very little help, and being a farmer, it's hard to keep up with both his work and his family. Reluctantly agreeing to help him, Myrna tries to curb her opinionated ways so that she's not fired from this job as well. But when Ezekiel lets her rearrange his home and appreciates her particular way of doing things, they begin to form a friendship. And that friendship becomes something more.
Myrna and Ezekiel were like night and day! Myrna wouldn't shut up and Ezekiel rarely spoke. A match made in heaven, really - over time, Myrna spoke a bit less and Ezekiel spoke a bit more, balancing each other out. I had a crazy difficult time liking Myrna for the first half of the book. She wasn't just opinionated - she was downright rude! It was all about herself and not about other people. Even though she claimed she was just trying to help and had "good intentions," she didn't really consider if other people wanted her "help." I was so happy when her character took a turn for the better, once she took on more responsibility by caring for Ezekiel's children. She began to see a world beyond her own, and her maturity grew so much in just a few weeks. Ezekiel was such a sweetheart and a man of few words, and I loved how Myrna really appreciated him. Ezekiel was clearly charmed by her, and their relationship was very sweet.
I'm excited to read the next book in the series, about Bethany, a daughter of one of the cookie club ladies. She seems the opposite of Myrna, and it will be interesting to see her paired up with John.
**I received a free copy via NetGalley and this is my honest review.**
August 5, 2019
Description
Every other Friday, Edna Esh and three of her childhood friends meet to bake sugar cookies for their respective church districts on worship Sunday. It’s a time to give to the Plain community—and give support to each other as they share their joys and fears . Edna’s friend, Verna Bontrager, has a problem. Her outspoken twenty-year-old daughter, Myrna, has been fired from her job. Again. Myrna’s family really needs her to chip in, but she’s clearly unsuited to customer service—not to mention that her sharp tongue scares away any boy who might come courting. But Edna has an idea—and his name is Ezekiel Riehl. A widower with four young children, Ezekiel needs help. His house and his brood are a mess; his demeanor is gruff. It’s no surprise Myrna takes an immediate dislike to him. Yet she has no choice but to take on the challenge—and soon she starts to create order out of chaos. In fact, the kids begin to depend on Myrna—and so does Ezekiel. The truth is, she’s fallen in love with him. But if he’s to prove he’s not looking for a marriage of convenience, he’ll have to convince her of what’s in his heart . . .
MY REVIEW:
The Amish Cookie Club is a romance novel, but includes recipes at the end of the book. I love when books have these as I usually will try them all. I'm definitely trying Edna's Cinnamon Rolls, yummy.
So, the novel is about Edna and her three friends and how they meet twice a month to bake cookies. When they come together they not only bake, but they discuss their lives and family. Along the way Myrna, Verna's daughter goes to work for a widower with four children. Is there love in the air by the end of the book? You will have to just read the novel. But, I can tell you it is worth your time. I just loved this book and highly recommend it.
This book was provided to me for free in exchange for my honest opinion.
Every other Friday, Edna Esh and three of her childhood friends meet to bake sugar cookies for their respective church districts on worship Sunday. It’s a time to give to the Plain community—and give support to each other as they share their joys and fears . Edna’s friend, Verna Bontrager, has a problem. Her outspoken twenty-year-old daughter, Myrna, has been fired from her job. Again. Myrna’s family really needs her to chip in, but she’s clearly unsuited to customer service—not to mention that her sharp tongue scares away any boy who might come courting. But Edna has an idea—and his name is Ezekiel Riehl. A widower with four young children, Ezekiel needs help. His house and his brood are a mess; his demeanor is gruff. It’s no surprise Myrna takes an immediate dislike to him. Yet she has no choice but to take on the challenge—and soon she starts to create order out of chaos. In fact, the kids begin to depend on Myrna—and so does Ezekiel. The truth is, she’s fallen in love with him. But if he’s to prove he’s not looking for a marriage of convenience, he’ll have to convince her of what’s in his heart . . .
MY REVIEW:
The Amish Cookie Club is a romance novel, but includes recipes at the end of the book. I love when books have these as I usually will try them all. I'm definitely trying Edna's Cinnamon Rolls, yummy.
So, the novel is about Edna and her three friends and how they meet twice a month to bake cookies. When they come together they not only bake, but they discuss their lives and family. Along the way Myrna, Verna's daughter goes to work for a widower with four children. Is there love in the air by the end of the book? You will have to just read the novel. But, I can tell you it is worth your time. I just loved this book and highly recommend it.
This book was provided to me for free in exchange for my honest opinion.
June 30, 2019
For Cookie Lovers and others
Best-selling author (e.g., ECPA Christian Fiction Bestseller, Amazon Top 100 Author) Sarah Price's book "The Amish Cookie Club" published by Kensington Books is the first one in a series with the same name. Edna Esh and her three friends, Verna, Wilma, and Mary, meet at least twice a month although they belong to different Amish church districts. The Friday meetings are used to bake cookies for the church meetings. The socializing and the discussion about the challenges of and with their children are included. They do not want to be called a club.
Verna's daughter, Myrna Bontrager, cannot hold on to a job because she is too outspoken. Then she starts to work for the widower Ezekiel Riehl and his four children. How will he, who does not want to marry again, react to her? Will he be able to only admire her? Will the experiences of his past and the abounding rumors about him influence his life forever?
This was the third book by Sarah Price which I read and again I was not disappointed. The book is full of emotions and challenges (e.g., the wagging tongues in the Amish community). It is good, wholesome, and clean and presents believable characters. There is wisdom to be learned from the women and a good novel to read for relaxation. Furthermore, it includes cookie recipes for the treats that Edna and her friends are creating. I highly recommend the novel and I am looking forward to read the other books in the series, the following being about Bethany, the daughter of another friend of Edna.
The complimentary copy of this book was provided by the publisher through NetGalley free of charge. I was under no obligation to offer a positive review. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
#TheAmishCookieClub #NetGalley
Best-selling author (e.g., ECPA Christian Fiction Bestseller, Amazon Top 100 Author) Sarah Price's book "The Amish Cookie Club" published by Kensington Books is the first one in a series with the same name. Edna Esh and her three friends, Verna, Wilma, and Mary, meet at least twice a month although they belong to different Amish church districts. The Friday meetings are used to bake cookies for the church meetings. The socializing and the discussion about the challenges of and with their children are included. They do not want to be called a club.
Verna's daughter, Myrna Bontrager, cannot hold on to a job because she is too outspoken. Then she starts to work for the widower Ezekiel Riehl and his four children. How will he, who does not want to marry again, react to her? Will he be able to only admire her? Will the experiences of his past and the abounding rumors about him influence his life forever?
This was the third book by Sarah Price which I read and again I was not disappointed. The book is full of emotions and challenges (e.g., the wagging tongues in the Amish community). It is good, wholesome, and clean and presents believable characters. There is wisdom to be learned from the women and a good novel to read for relaxation. Furthermore, it includes cookie recipes for the treats that Edna and her friends are creating. I highly recommend the novel and I am looking forward to read the other books in the series, the following being about Bethany, the daughter of another friend of Edna.
The complimentary copy of this book was provided by the publisher through NetGalley free of charge. I was under no obligation to offer a positive review. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
#TheAmishCookieClub #NetGalley
June 18, 2019
An Amish Cookie Club turns into cookie therapy session.
A group of Amish women who enjoy baking cookies for their Amish community to raise money for benevolent needs of their community also see to the needs of their daughters. Verna has her hands full with her outspoken daughter Myrna. She has lost several jobs because of her candor and even working for her own father in his hardware store can be frustrating for both father and daughter. Myrna is not only outspoken she loves to organize and loves to organize others including her father.
An opportunity arises when a job opening comes available to help a windowed man with 4 small children to care for in a neighboring community. Myrna has mixed emotions as she doesn't know what to make of Ezekiel. From his mannerisms and his quiet demeanor, she is not sure what kind of man he is. The death of his wife has made the Amish rumor mill. Was he responsible for the death of his wife by not seeking medical help.
With all these apprehensions, Myrna takes the position with the understanding that it is for a short period of time until Ezekiel can find someone else more suited. Myrna has no experience with little children however, upon her first week she has discovered that she is well suited for the job and her feeling for the children and Ezekiel grow to a protective nature.
A romance that is developed as the characters mature and learn to trust. Both Myrna and Ezekiel have a battle of faith that is different but lead to the other in a sweet story of love, loyalty and family.
A Special Thank you to Kensington Books and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review.
A group of Amish women who enjoy baking cookies for their Amish community to raise money for benevolent needs of their community also see to the needs of their daughters. Verna has her hands full with her outspoken daughter Myrna. She has lost several jobs because of her candor and even working for her own father in his hardware store can be frustrating for both father and daughter. Myrna is not only outspoken she loves to organize and loves to organize others including her father.
An opportunity arises when a job opening comes available to help a windowed man with 4 small children to care for in a neighboring community. Myrna has mixed emotions as she doesn't know what to make of Ezekiel. From his mannerisms and his quiet demeanor, she is not sure what kind of man he is. The death of his wife has made the Amish rumor mill. Was he responsible for the death of his wife by not seeking medical help.
With all these apprehensions, Myrna takes the position with the understanding that it is for a short period of time until Ezekiel can find someone else more suited. Myrna has no experience with little children however, upon her first week she has discovered that she is well suited for the job and her feeling for the children and Ezekiel grow to a protective nature.
A romance that is developed as the characters mature and learn to trust. Both Myrna and Ezekiel have a battle of faith that is different but lead to the other in a sweet story of love, loyalty and family.
A Special Thank you to Kensington Books and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review.
May 14, 2019
The Amish Cookie Club by Sarah Price is one of the most honest books I have read about the Amish and I have read a lot! Price delivers real people with real problems and she doesn’t Christianity coat anything. I’m not saying The Amish Cookie Club isn’t a Christian story. But, even though the Amish believes and practices are part of the story, the characters are probably more realistically portrayed. Four Amish women bake cookies one a week for the church gatherings. But they don’t like being called a club! The story centers around Myrna, a daughter of Verna Bontrager. Verna has her hands full with her outspoken daughter and turns to her three friends for help. The ladies make more than cookies at their get together! They make plans to help Verna find Myrna a job. But of course the story throws in some surprises. Edna and her friends listen too closely to the local gossip who seems to have a lot of information concerning the man Myrna will be working for. Zeke has four motherless children and a house completely without order. Perfect for Myrna! Maybe...... my Amish education begins! I had no clue there were so many different Amish groups. Here is one reason I truly enjoy Sarah Price’s books. The Amish Cookie Club deals with gossip, family disfunction, job firings, extreme shyness but not all in this book. Yep. This is the first in a series. And I will be buying all of the.
I voluntarily received a copy of this book from Netgalley.
I voluntarily received a copy of this book from Netgalley.
June 2, 2019
The Amish Cookie Club is a cute Amish romance novel. I enjoyed the four main characters who gather together every other week at Edna Esh’s to bake cookies for their respective church districts to be enjoyed after the worship meal. Their children are grown up, but they are still causing problems for the women. Edna suggests that they come up with a plan for each child starting with Myrna Bontrager, Verna’s daughter. Myrna is outspoken with certain ideas and a whiz at organizing. Unfortunately, her employers have not appreciated her skills including her own father. When Edna hears that Ezekiel Riehl needs someone to take care of his home and kids, it seems like the perfect place for Myrna. And a mother can always hope that romance might blossom. I liked Myrna with her zest for organization and planning. She certainly has her hands full with four children to watch, a house to clean, laundry, gardening, canning, and cooking (wears me out just thinking about all the chores). Cookies are a recurrent theme throughout the book and the ladies soon find themselves making more cookies after being cornered by the bishop’s wife. There are recipes at the end too! My favorite lines from The Amish Cookie Club is “. . .we can’t change the past. Only try to do better tomorrow.” I enjoyed reading the engaging The Amish Cookie Club. It is a light-hearted story that will have you laughing and craving cookies.
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