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What would happen if you found out someone has been impersonating you?
Sara Murray had never met her mother’s parents and was surprised to learn after her death that they were Amish living in Pennsylvania. When she is finally able to make the trip to meet them, she is shocked to learn someone else has been living with them and pretending to be Sara. Sara can’t understand how quickly her grandparents are willing to forgive the imposter.
Secrets and deceit seem to follow Sara, and she is so tired of it. Though soon she meets Brad Fuller who is visiting her grandparents for during Christmas. She likes him a lot, but even he seems to pull away from her, not being totally honest.
Struggling, Sara finds an old canning jar hidden in the barn that is full of encouraging prayers. Can Sara find a way to forgive the past and move on to building new relationships?
This is Book 2 in the brand-new series, The Prayer Jars, from New York Times bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter.
Book 1 -- The Hope Jar (August 2018)
Book 3 -- The Healing Jar (August 2019)
What would happen if you found out someone has been impersonating you?
Sara Murray had never met her mother’s parents and was surprised to learn after her death that they were Amish living in Pennsylvania. When she is finally able to make the trip to meet them, she is shocked to learn someone else has been living with them and pretending to be Sara. Sara can’t understand how quickly her grandparents are willing to forgive the imposter.
Secrets and deceit seem to follow Sara, and she is so tired of it. Though soon she meets Brad Fuller who is visiting her grandparents for during Christmas. She likes him a lot, but even he seems to pull away from her, not being totally honest.
Struggling, Sara finds an old canning jar hidden in the barn that is full of encouraging prayers. Can Sara find a way to forgive the past and move on to building new relationships?
This is Book 2 in the brand-new series, The Prayer Jars, from New York Times bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter.
Book 1 -- The Hope Jar (August 2018)
Book 3 -- The Healing Jar (August 2019)
- GenresAmish
36 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 1, 2019
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About the author
Wanda E. Brunstetter
215 books2,328 followersNew 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.
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.
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February 26, 2019
This is the second book in the prayer jar series. Sara is the grand-daughter of an Amish couple living in Amish country Pennsylvania. She had not met her maternal grandparents until her mother’s death. She was quite surprised to find out her mother had been raised Amish. Sara was even more surprised to find out that her impostor (Michelle) was living with her grandparents, totally forgiven for her deceit. This book of anger, hurt, love, suspense, faith, forgiveness and second chances should appeal to those who enjoy reading Amish fiction, Christian fiction, and sweet romance novels. The major theme is forgiveness.We should be as willing to forgive as to seek forgiveness. Forgiveness doesn't come automatically and sometimes it takes a lot of prayer to accomplish. When we choose not to forgive it destroys us from the inside. I love how Wanda brings her characters to life for her readers and leaves you wanting more which is why I cannot wait to read the third book in the series to find out what she will share with us next.
I received a complimentary copy of the book from the publisher and was under no obligation to write a review. All opinions are my own.
I received a complimentary copy of the book from the publisher and was under no obligation to write a review. All opinions are my own.
August 29, 2019
Better and Better
This is the sequel to Book #1. You cannot read this book without reading the first book. I am anxiously wanting to read the next book, Book #3. Does Sara really and finally forgive Michelle? The next book should reveal the answer. What will happen next? As a black person, I love reading books about Amish families. I do not know why; however, there is something intriguing about Amish stories. I would recommend this book. Now I need to purchase Book #3. This is getting really good and more interesting.
This is the sequel to Book #1. You cannot read this book without reading the first book. I am anxiously wanting to read the next book, Book #3. Does Sara really and finally forgive Michelle? The next book should reveal the answer. What will happen next? As a black person, I love reading books about Amish families. I do not know why; however, there is something intriguing about Amish stories. I would recommend this book. Now I need to purchase Book #3. This is getting really good and more interesting.
January 5, 2019
Three stars
This is very enjoyable reading. Sarah shows up forcing Michelle 's lies to the light of day. Although her grandparents find forgiveness toward Michelle, Sarah finds it impossible to.
My problem with the series of books are that they are only five chapters long and too much of the story is left out. The entire series could easily have been one book where the story flows seamlessly and would have made more sense.
This is very enjoyable reading. Sarah shows up forcing Michelle 's lies to the light of day. Although her grandparents find forgiveness toward Michelle, Sarah finds it impossible to.
My problem with the series of books are that they are only five chapters long and too much of the story is left out. The entire series could easily have been one book where the story flows seamlessly and would have made more sense.
February 16, 2019
This was an excellent book on forgiveness. Sara was the granddaughter of Willis and Mary Ruth. She never knew her grand parents growing up. She finally meets them and finds someone has been impersonating her.
Sara has a hard time with forgiveness due to a lot of lies and deceitfulness in her life. It takes something very bad to show her the way. And Michelle will help her.
Loved the book very much.
Sara has a hard time with forgiveness due to a lot of lies and deceitfulness in her life. It takes something very bad to show her the way. And Michelle will help her.
Loved the book very much.
January 3, 2019
Forgiveness is something we all need to give as to receive.
Great book to remind us that everyone should be as willing to forgive as to seek forgiveness. Forgiveness doesn't come automatically and sometimes takes a lot of prayer to move forward with, but when we do it removes from us what would otherwise destroy us from the the inside.
Great book to remind us that everyone should be as willing to forgive as to seek forgiveness. Forgiveness doesn't come automatically and sometimes takes a lot of prayer to move forward with, but when we do it removes from us what would otherwise destroy us from the the inside.
January 4, 2019
Forgiven
This is a very good book to read it you need to forgive someone. It will help explain why we need to forge each other.
This is a very good book to read it you need to forgive someone. It will help explain why we need to forge each other.
April 7, 2019
As usual this book was a beautiful book to read. I couldn't put it Down u until I finished reading the complete story.
March 9, 2019
Easy Read
This series is interesting and entertaining. My only complaint is the length of the books. They are way too short. It seems like they are more novellas than books.
This series is interesting and entertaining. My only complaint is the length of the books. They are way too short. It seems like they are more novellas than books.
March 24, 2019
Enjoyable read
Enjoyable read, enjoy learning how the Amish can be so forgiving. Wish the world could do the same. More love less hate.
Enjoyable read, enjoy learning how the Amish can be so forgiving. Wish the world could do the same. More love less hate.
May 4, 2019
Great book
June 2, 2019
Pleasure to read
Story line is believable. Easy to read. Characters are realistic with realistic issues. Amish culture is very interesting is explore.
Story line is believable. Easy to read. Characters are realistic with realistic issues. Amish culture is very interesting is explore.
August 8, 2019
The book is brilliant
The book is brilliant story again and I like to reading the book it is brilliant writing this book. Many thanks for your wonderful writing books.
The book is brilliant story again and I like to reading the book it is brilliant writing this book. Many thanks for your wonderful writing books.
April 8, 2021
Could have been better
I enjoyed the novel but I am disappointed when I was left hanging st the end. This was more a short story.
I enjoyed the novel but I am disappointed when I was left hanging st the end. This was more a short story.
June 12, 2021
Good story
First I've read o one of her books. Will read more. Need to o order the full book just now
First I've read o one of her books. Will read more. Need to o order the full book just now
December 15, 2021
Finding forgiveness
Forgiveness is difficult. Two young ladies struggle with dealing with one deceived the grandparents about her identity. Once love story.
Forgiveness is difficult. Two young ladies struggle with dealing with one deceived the grandparents about her identity. Once love story.
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June 3, 2022Okay so far .
January 25, 2024
I reread this series when the Devotional book came out
June 1, 2020
Forgiving jar
A great book. You can imagine you are in the Amish world. The book was easy to read and enjoy
A great book. You can imagine you are in the Amish world. The book was easy to read and enjoy
February 16, 2019
Easy Read
I knew nothing about the Amish culture, so it was nice getting some insight through this story. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
I knew nothing about the Amish culture, so it was nice getting some insight through this story. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
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January 8, 2019After Michelle left things undone with Willis and Mary Ruth she comes back to face the music. Sara the girl she impersonated is not pleased with this. She puts herself into a situation of thinking she is competing for her grandparents love. Willis and Mary Ruth care a lot about both of these girls and only want them to do well. Ezekiel wants Michelle to join into the Amish faith and become his wife. Brad is a young man Sara/ Michelle before he went off to school. He was not aware that Michelle had pretended to be Sara. He comes back for a visit and this is how he finds out. Everybody involved has to find a way to forgive . Sometimes it is easier said than done. Just like The Hope Jar the girls find hope in The Forgiving Jar. Forgiveness is hard but best for the heart. I have enjoyed this series of books very much. Once I start reading them it doesn't take long to finish. I was given this book as an ARC by Net Galley for my honest review.
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