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The Petersheim Brothers #2
Abraham
Known as “The Peanut Butter Brothers” for their Wisconsin family business, hardworking Andrew, Abraham, and Austin Petersheim have their plates too full for romance—until their little siblings decide to play matchmaker . . .
With their house full to bursting since Mammi and Dawdi moved back in, the Petersheim twins know the only way to get their bedroom back is to get their older brothers married off. But Abraham is so shy, he’ll barely speak to girls. Still, they’ve noticed how he looks at Emma Wengerd at church. Emma is so talkative, Abraham’s quiet ways wouldn’t matter a bit. Soon, the boys have hatched a scheme that sends Abraham right to Emma’s door—and her chicken coop . . .
Abraham doubts that pretty, popular Emma would be interested in him. Yet when he finds himself by her side, having to straighten out the twins’ mischief—more than once—he can’t help imagining a future with her. And the more time they spend together, the more Abraham realizes that perhaps no matter how many boys buzz around Emma, with faith, it’s only the right one that counts . . .
With their house full to bursting since Mammi and Dawdi moved back in, the Petersheim twins know the only way to get their bedroom back is to get their older brothers married off. But Abraham is so shy, he’ll barely speak to girls. Still, they’ve noticed how he looks at Emma Wengerd at church. Emma is so talkative, Abraham’s quiet ways wouldn’t matter a bit. Soon, the boys have hatched a scheme that sends Abraham right to Emma’s door—and her chicken coop . . .
Abraham doubts that pretty, popular Emma would be interested in him. Yet when he finds himself by her side, having to straighten out the twins’ mischief—more than once—he can’t help imagining a future with her. And the more time they spend together, the more Abraham realizes that perhaps no matter how many boys buzz around Emma, with faith, it’s only the right one that counts . . .
296 pages, Mass Market Paperback
Published November 26, 2019
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About the author
Jennifer Beckstrand
60 books887 followersJennifer Beckstrand is the two-time RITA-nominated, #1 Amazon bestselling Amish romance author of The Matchmakers of Huckleberry Hill series, The Honeybee Sisters series, The Petersheim Brothers series and The Amish Quiltmaker series for Kensington Books. Huckleberry Summer and Home on Huckleberry Hill were both nominated for the RITA® Award from Romance Writers of America. Her sweet romantic Western series, Cowboys of the Butterfly Ranch, features feisty heroines and tough-as-nails cowboys sprinkled with Jennifer’s trademark humor and happy endings. Maggie and Max is the third book in that series. Dandelion Meadows is her new, sweet small-town romance series, set in a quirky little town in Idaho. Jennifer has written thirty-eight Amish romances, three sweet romantic Westerns, two sweet contemporaries, and the nonfiction book, Big Ideas. Jennifer is a member of ACFW and is represented by Nicole Resciniti of the Seymour Agency. She and her husband have been married thirty-nine years, and she has six children and eleven adorable grandchildren, whom she spoils rotten.
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November 14, 2019
Since the arrival of Mammi and Dawdi, nine-year-old twins Alfie and Benjie has to sleep in a spider-infested cellar. They are not happy about it and come up with a mischievous plan to marry off their older brother Abraham so they move into his bedroom. But Abraham is painfully shy and doesn't know how to talk to girls. Still, the twins have noticed how he looks at the most popular girl in town Emma Wengerd. But Emma has no shortage of suitors and a quiet boy like Abraham is not her type. Will the twins succeed in their plan or are they doomed to spend their entire childhood sleeping in the cellar? Abraham by Jennifer Beckstrand is a heartwarming and wonderful story of faith, forgiveness, and second chances. The story is perfectly paced and kept me turning the pages. The twins were hilarious with their antics and had me laughing throughout the entire book. Emma and Abraham's character development was excellent. Their insecurities were relatable and made it very easy to root for them on their bumpy journey to a happy relationship. I fell in love with the Petersheim family and can't wait to read the third book. I have a sneaky suspicion that poor Alfie and Benjie are still stuck in the cellar, so I'm really looking forward to seeing what matchmaking plans they come up with for Austin. Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Books for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
January 10, 2020
I confess that I get absolutely GIDDY when I get to read a new Jennifer Beckstrand book. I know that I’ll be treated to a delightful reading experience from beginning to end – I’ll laugh out loud more than once, I’ll have a goofy smile on my face throughout, my heart will be warmed, I’ll swoon at least once, and I’ll fall more in love with her characters than I already was.
So, needless to say, I’ve been DYING to find time to read Abraham – and I’m happy to report that it was everything wunderbaar that I expected it to be.
This second book in the Petersheim brothers series may be about Abraham & Emma’s bumpy journey to happily-ever-after … but once again Alfie and Benji (Abraham’s nine-year-old twin brothers) are the highly entertaining, scene stealing stars of the show. Them – and TinTin. Alfie and Benji are endearingly precocious, and the antics the author thinks up for them – and their reasoning that she lets us be privy too – are hilarious. Not to mention their amusing malapropisms, too. (‘Unanimous benedictor’) No one is safe around these too, but in all honesty no one really minds either. These two boys have a way of fully capturing your heart, and you just want to hug them. And anyone who’s heard me gush about this author’s Honeybee Sisters series, too, knows how much I love Bitsy. The partnership between Bitsy, Alfie, and Benji is quite simply just the best ever.
Abraham and Emma’s character growth throughout this story is another example of the writer’s talent. They are such opposite people as far as personality, and at first Abraham is the much more likable one. Emma is a bit self-centered and shallow, and she loves the attention she gets when all the boys swarm her. Abraham’s only real fault is being too introverted & awkward around women. He has such a tender heart and servant’s nature. As the book progresses, however, we are treated to new glimpses of the various layers that Emma and Abraham have kept to themselves – and through that, you’ll come to love both of them more and more.
Bottom Line: If you haven’t yet read a Jennifer Beckstrand book, you really must go right this minute and grab the first two books in this series… and might as well grab the Honeybee Sisters while you’re at it… and then the Huckleberry Hill series. Just go ahead and buy her whole backlist. You’ll thank me later. If you’re not a fan of Amish stories, I still encourage you to give her books a try, especially if you love to laugh. Beckstrand excels at writing humor, yes, but she also does a stellar job of weaving in gentle messages without sounding preachy. This combination elevates her books above the norm, and Abraham is no exception.
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first seen at Reading Is My SuperPower
So, needless to say, I’ve been DYING to find time to read Abraham – and I’m happy to report that it was everything wunderbaar that I expected it to be.
This second book in the Petersheim brothers series may be about Abraham & Emma’s bumpy journey to happily-ever-after … but once again Alfie and Benji (Abraham’s nine-year-old twin brothers) are the highly entertaining, scene stealing stars of the show. Them – and TinTin. Alfie and Benji are endearingly precocious, and the antics the author thinks up for them – and their reasoning that she lets us be privy too – are hilarious. Not to mention their amusing malapropisms, too. (‘Unanimous benedictor’) No one is safe around these too, but in all honesty no one really minds either. These two boys have a way of fully capturing your heart, and you just want to hug them. And anyone who’s heard me gush about this author’s Honeybee Sisters series, too, knows how much I love Bitsy. The partnership between Bitsy, Alfie, and Benji is quite simply just the best ever.
Abraham and Emma’s character growth throughout this story is another example of the writer’s talent. They are such opposite people as far as personality, and at first Abraham is the much more likable one. Emma is a bit self-centered and shallow, and she loves the attention she gets when all the boys swarm her. Abraham’s only real fault is being too introverted & awkward around women. He has such a tender heart and servant’s nature. As the book progresses, however, we are treated to new glimpses of the various layers that Emma and Abraham have kept to themselves – and through that, you’ll come to love both of them more and more.
Bottom Line: If you haven’t yet read a Jennifer Beckstrand book, you really must go right this minute and grab the first two books in this series… and might as well grab the Honeybee Sisters while you’re at it… and then the Huckleberry Hill series. Just go ahead and buy her whole backlist. You’ll thank me later. If you’re not a fan of Amish stories, I still encourage you to give her books a try, especially if you love to laugh. Beckstrand excels at writing humor, yes, but she also does a stellar job of weaving in gentle messages without sounding preachy. This combination elevates her books above the norm, and Abraham is no exception.
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first seen at Reading Is My SuperPower
November 26, 2019
Abraham
Jennifer Beckstrand
Abraham by Jennifer Beckstrand is the second book in her Petersheim Brothers series. Abraham is the second eldest of the Petersheim brothers, fondly known as the Peanut Butter Brothers, so named because of the family business.
The youngest Petersheim brothers are nine-year-old twins, Alfie and Benji, who are totally “laugh out loud” hilarious. They’ve been forced to sleep in the cellar due to a lack of bedrooms, since their grandparents have moved in. Alfie and Benji plan to get their room back by getting their older brothers to marry and move out. They’ve successfully married off their eldest brother, Andrew, and are now working on a plan to link Abraham with local beauty, Emma Wengerd. The twins have their work cut out for them, trying to match quiet, socially awkward Abraham with outgoing, always wants to be the center of attention, Emma.
Abraham is a quick, easy, really good read. Ms. Beckstrand has given more insight into the featured brother, Abraham, who is much different from his brother, Andrew, who was featured in book one. The cast of characters are well-developed and completely relatable. The author gives adequate backstory from book one. As with book one, the writing flows smoothly, and there’s just the right amount of conflict. This is another 5 out of 5 stars endeavor from Jennifer Beckstrand. I recommend this book to all readers of Amish fiction, especially Amish romance.
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.
Jennifer Beckstrand
Abraham by Jennifer Beckstrand is the second book in her Petersheim Brothers series. Abraham is the second eldest of the Petersheim brothers, fondly known as the Peanut Butter Brothers, so named because of the family business.
The youngest Petersheim brothers are nine-year-old twins, Alfie and Benji, who are totally “laugh out loud” hilarious. They’ve been forced to sleep in the cellar due to a lack of bedrooms, since their grandparents have moved in. Alfie and Benji plan to get their room back by getting their older brothers to marry and move out. They’ve successfully married off their eldest brother, Andrew, and are now working on a plan to link Abraham with local beauty, Emma Wengerd. The twins have their work cut out for them, trying to match quiet, socially awkward Abraham with outgoing, always wants to be the center of attention, Emma.
Abraham is a quick, easy, really good read. Ms. Beckstrand has given more insight into the featured brother, Abraham, who is much different from his brother, Andrew, who was featured in book one. The cast of characters are well-developed and completely relatable. The author gives adequate backstory from book one. As with book one, the writing flows smoothly, and there’s just the right amount of conflict. This is another 5 out of 5 stars endeavor from Jennifer Beckstrand. I recommend this book to all readers of Amish fiction, especially Amish romance.
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.
December 29, 2019
After reading this book, Abraham, by Jennifer Beckstrand, I have two big questions. First, how did I miss the first book of this series, (Andrew, #1 The Petersheim Brothers) ? Second, when does the third come out?
“Alfie formed a plan in his head.”
Oh, my! What dangerous things result from such simple words. Alfie and Benji are tired of sharing a basement bedroom with spiders. They’ve plotted and married off one brother. Maybe they can marry off another and take over his room. Who can resist two mischievously cute nine-year-old boys?
What a perfectly fun book with twins Alfie and Benji. Those boys are up to so much LOL mischief!! Just the way they think cracks me up! What an enjoyable book. I DID like Abraham and Emma, but the twins just stole the show!
Examples of why the book is a must read, belly laugh:
“He likes animals. He wants to be a vegetarian.”
“‘But, Mamm, it’s an emergency. We need Abraham.’ Mamm didn’t even turn around. ‘It’s only an emergency if someone is dead or bleeding.’” (Seems I may have heard similar lines as a kid.)
“Where did you get this?” “We can’t tell you, Benji said... Alfie seemed more confident. “It’s from a nominous benedictor.”
Quickly run your fingers over to the online store and pick up this gem! You won’t regret it, and you may shake off a few pounds laughing.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author and publisher through Celebrate Lit and NetGalley. This did not influence my opinions for which I am solely responsible.
“Alfie formed a plan in his head.”
Oh, my! What dangerous things result from such simple words. Alfie and Benji are tired of sharing a basement bedroom with spiders. They’ve plotted and married off one brother. Maybe they can marry off another and take over his room. Who can resist two mischievously cute nine-year-old boys?
What a perfectly fun book with twins Alfie and Benji. Those boys are up to so much LOL mischief!! Just the way they think cracks me up! What an enjoyable book. I DID like Abraham and Emma, but the twins just stole the show!
Examples of why the book is a must read, belly laugh:
“He likes animals. He wants to be a vegetarian.”
“‘But, Mamm, it’s an emergency. We need Abraham.’ Mamm didn’t even turn around. ‘It’s only an emergency if someone is dead or bleeding.’” (Seems I may have heard similar lines as a kid.)
“Where did you get this?” “We can’t tell you, Benji said... Alfie seemed more confident. “It’s from a nominous benedictor.”
Quickly run your fingers over to the online store and pick up this gem! You won’t regret it, and you may shake off a few pounds laughing.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author and publisher through Celebrate Lit and NetGalley. This did not influence my opinions for which I am solely responsible.
January 1, 2020
With the upsurge of Amish fiction in recent years, finding original books within the genre can be a difficult task. It’s easy for them to become formulaic and predictable. However, this makes discovering different authors all the more exciting, as was my experience with Jennifer Beckstrand’s “Abraham”. I have not read the first book in the Petersheim Brothers trilogy, but after hearing very positive responses to it, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to read and review book two. While I was able to assimilate into the story relatively easily, I do wish that there had been a glossary of Amish terms, some of which I was not completely familiar with. There are also many spoilers from the previous book, so read them in order if you prefer the element of surprise.
“Abraham” has a delightful balance of humor, poignancy, and romance. The antics of the 9-year-old twins, Alfie and Benji, form part of the plot as they take on the role of matchmakers because if one of their remaining two older brothers gets married, they figure that they will be able to move out of the cellar they’ve been rooming in since their grandparents came to live with them. As an only child, I have no experience with siblings or little boys, and I enjoyed the way in which Beckstrand taps into the twins’ thought processes and puerile reasoning. I also enjoyed the subplot about the chocolate lab, or as Benji calls it, chocolate “lamp”. The dog on the cover is part of what initially drew me to this book. With constant mischief afoot, the twins’ scheming leads to both comedy and heartache.
As for the other two main characters, Abraham and Emma, their idiosyncrasies make them all the more endearing. I appreciated Beckstrand’s representation of two young people who for the most part retain their individuality despite how this makes them different from their peers. Although I identified much more with Abraham’s character, Emma’s approach to life made me chuckle: “She already had plenty of friends and several exotic chickens. What more could a girl want?” In spite of her chicken-raising hobby, Emma is popular and draws the attention of the young men at gatherings, whereas Abraham is an introvert who can’t ever seem to say the right thing. Nevertheless, “[i]t seemed he found happiness in doing what he liked without having to impress anyone else.” Abraham exhibits a tender humility, whereas Emma seems rather self-centered at times. The difference in their personalities reminds me of how, as Christians, these two dispositions need to exist in harmony; we need to be humble and selfless but also bold and courageous for our faith. Jesus is our ultimate example of this; so, then, “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God” (Hebrews 12:2).
I received a complimentary copy of this book through CelebrateLit and was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are my own.
“Abraham” has a delightful balance of humor, poignancy, and romance. The antics of the 9-year-old twins, Alfie and Benji, form part of the plot as they take on the role of matchmakers because if one of their remaining two older brothers gets married, they figure that they will be able to move out of the cellar they’ve been rooming in since their grandparents came to live with them. As an only child, I have no experience with siblings or little boys, and I enjoyed the way in which Beckstrand taps into the twins’ thought processes and puerile reasoning. I also enjoyed the subplot about the chocolate lab, or as Benji calls it, chocolate “lamp”. The dog on the cover is part of what initially drew me to this book. With constant mischief afoot, the twins’ scheming leads to both comedy and heartache.
As for the other two main characters, Abraham and Emma, their idiosyncrasies make them all the more endearing. I appreciated Beckstrand’s representation of two young people who for the most part retain their individuality despite how this makes them different from their peers. Although I identified much more with Abraham’s character, Emma’s approach to life made me chuckle: “She already had plenty of friends and several exotic chickens. What more could a girl want?” In spite of her chicken-raising hobby, Emma is popular and draws the attention of the young men at gatherings, whereas Abraham is an introvert who can’t ever seem to say the right thing. Nevertheless, “[i]t seemed he found happiness in doing what he liked without having to impress anyone else.” Abraham exhibits a tender humility, whereas Emma seems rather self-centered at times. The difference in their personalities reminds me of how, as Christians, these two dispositions need to exist in harmony; we need to be humble and selfless but also bold and courageous for our faith. Jesus is our ultimate example of this; so, then, “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God” (Hebrews 12:2).
I received a complimentary copy of this book through CelebrateLit and was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are my own.
January 6, 2020
Abraham by Jennifer Beckstrand is a delightfully light-hearted Amish romance. It is the second book in The Petersheim Brothers series but can be read as a stand-alone. I, however, enjoyed catching up with familiar faces.
Once again Jennifer Beckstrand has created a deliciously amusing novel. One cannot help but smile at the antics of nine year old twin boys as they turn into match-makers. Their attempts are unique but often fall short with hilarious results. Jennifer Beckstrand has captured their boyish mannerisms and I love their malapropisms. “Unanimous benedictor” should be anonymous benefactor.
Bitsey Weaver with her ever changing hair colour puts in an appearance. I love her logic – “You can’t stick your foot in your mouth if it’s shut.” She is an amusing character with a gruff exterior and a heart of gold.
Scruffy mutt, Tintin, captured my heart. You are always on to a winner with the inclusion of pets. They have the ability to turn a house into a home.
There is an eclectic mix of characters, all unique and charming, who will lodge in the reader’s heart. We see a big-hearted character who is painfully shy, preferring to stay single rather than talk to the opposite sex. In contrast there is another character who loves being the centre of attention. True love comes knocking but it is not always recognised.
I adore all Jennifer Beckstrand’s novels. They are light-hearted and amusing but with underlying serious messages. I can recommend picking one up today.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.
Once again Jennifer Beckstrand has created a deliciously amusing novel. One cannot help but smile at the antics of nine year old twin boys as they turn into match-makers. Their attempts are unique but often fall short with hilarious results. Jennifer Beckstrand has captured their boyish mannerisms and I love their malapropisms. “Unanimous benedictor” should be anonymous benefactor.
Bitsey Weaver with her ever changing hair colour puts in an appearance. I love her logic – “You can’t stick your foot in your mouth if it’s shut.” She is an amusing character with a gruff exterior and a heart of gold.
Scruffy mutt, Tintin, captured my heart. You are always on to a winner with the inclusion of pets. They have the ability to turn a house into a home.
There is an eclectic mix of characters, all unique and charming, who will lodge in the reader’s heart. We see a big-hearted character who is painfully shy, preferring to stay single rather than talk to the opposite sex. In contrast there is another character who loves being the centre of attention. True love comes knocking but it is not always recognised.
I adore all Jennifer Beckstrand’s novels. They are light-hearted and amusing but with underlying serious messages. I can recommend picking one up today.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.
March 30, 2020
This was rather a fluff story, not really much Amish , except that they were Amish. It really wasn’t talked about much. Emma is a young girl who wants to have fun and flirt with the boys and Abraham is a nice man who loves her. She brushes him off before seeing the error of her ways. The one redeeming part of the story was all the things that Abraham’s 9 year old twin brothers think up to do.
November 26, 2019
We are back with the Petersheim family, and with the precocious nine-year-old twins Benji and Alfi, and also Bitsey and her famous cats.
The author has given us a family whose home is full since their grandparents moved in, and thus the twins are placed in cellar, with nasty spiders, and are in the process of trying to find wives for their older brother, and thus get a bedroom upstairs. Now these boys did manage to find their oldest brother a wife, and now the next in line is Abraham.
We adventure with these two while they go about finding the perfect wife for their bother, with the hopes of getting out of the cellar. The journey brings many chuckles, and page turning, and wanting more! Delightful!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Kensington, and was not required to give a positive review.
The author has given us a family whose home is full since their grandparents moved in, and thus the twins are placed in cellar, with nasty spiders, and are in the process of trying to find wives for their older brother, and thus get a bedroom upstairs. Now these boys did manage to find their oldest brother a wife, and now the next in line is Abraham.
We adventure with these two while they go about finding the perfect wife for their bother, with the hopes of getting out of the cellar. The journey brings many chuckles, and page turning, and wanting more! Delightful!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Kensington, and was not required to give a positive review.
October 17, 2019
Abraham is the second book of a series, "The Petersheim Brothers". It's an excellent and funny book, with Abraham, a shy man, and his younger twin brothers, Alphie and Benji. The twins, who are living in the creepy basement, make a plan to marry off their brother so they can move into his bedroom. Mischief and chickens ensue, and then you have a fun story to enjoy. Great reading!
September 26, 2020
The first book in this series was delightful, and I can't believe I loved this one even more! Alfie and Benji, the youngest brothers, are highly entertaining and mischievous in a way that's endearing and makes me laugh out loud. They are on a mission to get their older brothers married off so they no longer have to sleep in the basement, and they are single-minded about it. I love how they make friends with Emma and bring her and Abraham together in situations they wouldn't normally find themselves. It allows Abraham to shine in his own right as he does thoughtful things for Emma and she is able to get to know him on a deeper level. Of course conflicts, self-doubt, and miscommunications arise and muddle up the waters of their blossoming relationship, but this journey with the boys, their illicit secret dog, a girl, and her beloved chickens is one that I'll be reading again! Great chemistry and sweet romance balance perfectly with humor and themes of community and belonging.
(I received a complimentary copy of the book; all opinions in this review are my own)
(I received a complimentary copy of the book; all opinions in this review are my own)
December 4, 2019
Forgiveness and second chances follow Abraham's story. I've always loved books by Jennifer.Beckstarnd and this was no exception. With two adorable twin brothers who want nothing more than to get out of the caller, Abraham doesn't stand a chance at not having his love life taken care of as they see fit. Their hearts were in the right place but their tactics lol.
Emma too had to learn lessons the hard way. She was selfish and thought if she behaved a certain way, things would work out the way she wanted. I must admit I didn't like her at first and I was sad she broke Abraham's heart and kind of took him for a ride, but I was happy when she came to her senses.
Abraham too learned lessons in confidence and the fact that you can never hide from your Mamm.
This book was an absolute delight and I'll definitely be looking out for more of the Petersheims.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley. All opinions expressed are mine.
Emma too had to learn lessons the hard way. She was selfish and thought if she behaved a certain way, things would work out the way she wanted. I must admit I didn't like her at first and I was sad she broke Abraham's heart and kind of took him for a ride, but I was happy when she came to her senses.
Abraham too learned lessons in confidence and the fact that you can never hide from your Mamm.
This book was an absolute delight and I'll definitely be looking out for more of the Petersheims.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley. All opinions expressed are mine.
January 2, 2020
I love reading a book with foreign words occasionally. It’s a fun way to learn a little of the language and culture. The Amish way of speaking was a delightful and slightly challenging part of this novel. Most of the word meanings were easy to guess.
My family lived in Germany for a few years when I was a child so a couple common words were familiar to me. They are probably familiar to you as well as they are often used in other books or movies. If you are an Amish romance fan you may smile at my confusion with one of the words.
In one chapter, Benji holds and pats a chicken like it is a ‘newborn buplie’. My first guess was this referred to a puppy but thought it could possibly be a baby.
The internet was no help solving this question. The book finally made it clear in one of the latter chapters that a buplie is a baby. A glossary might be a gute addition to future books!
It was exciting, though, learning about Pennsylvania German dialect. I spent maybe a little too much time investigating the topic.
Thinking about the influence their German Bibles had on helping them preserve their religion and much of their language, I was reminded of a similar occurrence with the ancient Nephites. When Lehi and his family left Jerusalem around 600 BC, he sent his son Nephi with his other sons to get a copy of the Bible and their family genealogy recorded on brass plates (metal pages). They took these with them as they journeyed, led by God, to a new land now called the Americas. This was important to keeping their knowledge of the Commandments and God’s promises as well as their language.
I also enjoyed learning more about Amish culture. It was surprising to see how they dealt with certain aspects of modern technology.
My favorite part of this book was reading about the mischievous twins’, Alfie and Benji’s, plans and mishaps. Jennifer Beckstrand shows us their well-meaning innocence with hilarious situations and quotes.
Their first matchmaking attempt in the previous book, Andrew, was apparently successful. (I have not read it yet but now intend to.) Unfortunately, mamm turned Andrew’s empty room into a sewing room or her “I-want-to-be-alone room” as the twins observed so they are hatching a new plan.
They soon find the matchmaking business isn’t easy even for them. Abraham is tongue tied around girls, especially Emma. He would much rather play basketball with the other boys at the young people’s gatherings so he can avoid awkward attempts at conversation.
Emma complicates their plans. She’s not in a hurry to marry yet. She’s having too much fun and doesn’t see quiet Abraham’s worth.
Mamm who is generally serious is also eager to encourage any hint of relationship between Abraham and Emma. It seems she has despaired, like he has, of him ever marrying. She makes Pigs-in-a-Blanket and other goodies if Emma happens to come by. Mamm is unaware Emma is there because of some mischief she discovered in her chicken coop and not because of Abraham.
A fun addition to the book are the Pigs-in-a-Blanket and Emma’s Peanut Butter Bars recipes included at the end. I am tempted to try the peanut butter bars!
I definitely recommend this charming and humorous Amish romance! Reading it refreshed my soul. I was craving something fun after a recent exhausting read. I am sure the next book in Jennifer Beckstrand‘s Petersheim Brothers series will be equally delightful.
I received a free advanced reader copy of this book. All opinions are completely my own.
Review first appeared with excerpts and giveaway on BookofRuthAnn.com
My family lived in Germany for a few years when I was a child so a couple common words were familiar to me. They are probably familiar to you as well as they are often used in other books or movies. If you are an Amish romance fan you may smile at my confusion with one of the words.
In one chapter, Benji holds and pats a chicken like it is a ‘newborn buplie’. My first guess was this referred to a puppy but thought it could possibly be a baby.
The internet was no help solving this question. The book finally made it clear in one of the latter chapters that a buplie is a baby. A glossary might be a gute addition to future books!
It was exciting, though, learning about Pennsylvania German dialect. I spent maybe a little too much time investigating the topic.
Thinking about the influence their German Bibles had on helping them preserve their religion and much of their language, I was reminded of a similar occurrence with the ancient Nephites. When Lehi and his family left Jerusalem around 600 BC, he sent his son Nephi with his other sons to get a copy of the Bible and their family genealogy recorded on brass plates (metal pages). They took these with them as they journeyed, led by God, to a new land now called the Americas. This was important to keeping their knowledge of the Commandments and God’s promises as well as their language.
I also enjoyed learning more about Amish culture. It was surprising to see how they dealt with certain aspects of modern technology.
My favorite part of this book was reading about the mischievous twins’, Alfie and Benji’s, plans and mishaps. Jennifer Beckstrand shows us their well-meaning innocence with hilarious situations and quotes.
Alfie glanced in Mamm’s direction, then pulled Benji to a stop. “We need a new plan. We’ve got to find wives for Abraham and Austin if we’re ever going to get out of that cellar.”
Their first matchmaking attempt in the previous book, Andrew, was apparently successful. (I have not read it yet but now intend to.) Unfortunately, mamm turned Andrew’s empty room into a sewing room or her “I-want-to-be-alone room” as the twins observed so they are hatching a new plan.
They soon find the matchmaking business isn’t easy even for them. Abraham is tongue tied around girls, especially Emma. He would much rather play basketball with the other boys at the young people’s gatherings so he can avoid awkward attempts at conversation.
“Our plan is stupid,” Benji said.
“It is not. Abraham’s the one who’s stupid. He’d rather choke than talk to Emma.”
Emma complicates their plans. She’s not in a hurry to marry yet. She’s having too much fun and doesn’t see quiet Abraham’s worth.
Mamm who is generally serious is also eager to encourage any hint of relationship between Abraham and Emma. It seems she has despaired, like he has, of him ever marrying. She makes Pigs-in-a-Blanket and other goodies if Emma happens to come by. Mamm is unaware Emma is there because of some mischief she discovered in her chicken coop and not because of Abraham.
A fun addition to the book are the Pigs-in-a-Blanket and Emma’s Peanut Butter Bars recipes included at the end. I am tempted to try the peanut butter bars!
I definitely recommend this charming and humorous Amish romance! Reading it refreshed my soul. I was craving something fun after a recent exhausting read. I am sure the next book in Jennifer Beckstrand‘s Petersheim Brothers series will be equally delightful.
I received a free advanced reader copy of this book. All opinions are completely my own.
Review first appeared with excerpts and giveaway on BookofRuthAnn.com
January 8, 2020
I love reading a book with foreign words occasionally. It’s a fun way to learn a little of the language and culture. The Amish way of speaking was a delightful and slightly challenging part of this novel. Most of the word meanings were easy to guess.
My family lived in Germany for a few years when I was a child so a couple common words were familiar to me. They are probably familiar to you as well as they are often used in other books or movies. If you are an Amish romance fan you may smile at my confusion with one of the words.
In one chapter, Benji holds and pats a chicken like it is a ‘newborn buplie’. My first guess was this referred to a puppy but thought it could possibly be a baby.
The internet was no help solving this question. The book finally made it clear in one of the latter chapters that a ‘buplie’ is a baby. I spent maybe a little too much time investigating the topic.
Thinking about the influence their German Bibles had on helping them preserve their religion and much of their language, I was reminded of a similar occurrence with the ancient Nephites. When Lehi and his family left Jerusalem around 600 BC, he sent his son Nephi with his other sons to get a copy of the Bible and their family genealogy recorded on brass plates (metal pages). They took these with them as they journeyed, led by God, to a new land now called the Americas. This was important to keeping their knowledge of the Commandments and God’s promises as well as their language.
I also enjoyed learning more about Amish culture. It was surprising to see how they dealt with certain aspects of modern technology.
My favorite part was reading about the mischievous twins’, Alfie and Benji’s, plans and mishaps. Jennifer Beckstrand shows their well-meaning innocence.
Their first matchmaking attempt in the previous book, Andrew, was apparently successful. (I have not read it yet but now intend to.) Unfortunately, mamm turned Andrew’s empty room into a sewing room or her “I-want-to-be-alone room” as the twins observed so they are hatching a new plan.
Benji and Alfie soon find the matchmaking business isn’t easy. Abraham is tongue tied around girls, especially Emma. He would much rather play basketball with the other boys at the young people’s gatherings.
Emma complicates their plans. She’s not in a hurry to marry yet. She’s having too much fun and doesn’t see quiet Abraham’s worth.
Mamm who is generally serious is also eager to encourage any hint of relationship between Abraham and Emma. It seems she has despaired, like he has, of him ever marrying. She makes Pigs-in-a-Blanket and other goodies when Emma happens to come by. Mamm is unaware Emma is there because of some mischief she discovered in her chicken coop and not because of Abraham.
A fun addition to the book are the Pigs-in-a-Blanket and Emma’s Peanut Butter Bars recipes included at the end. I am tempted to try the peanut butter bars!
I definitely recommend this charming and humorous Amish romance! I am sure the next book in Jennifer Beckstrand‘s Petersheim Brothers series will be equally delightful.
I received a free advanced reader copy of this book. All opinions are completely my own.
My family lived in Germany for a few years when I was a child so a couple common words were familiar to me. They are probably familiar to you as well as they are often used in other books or movies. If you are an Amish romance fan you may smile at my confusion with one of the words.
In one chapter, Benji holds and pats a chicken like it is a ‘newborn buplie’. My first guess was this referred to a puppy but thought it could possibly be a baby.
The internet was no help solving this question. The book finally made it clear in one of the latter chapters that a ‘buplie’ is a baby. I spent maybe a little too much time investigating the topic.
Thinking about the influence their German Bibles had on helping them preserve their religion and much of their language, I was reminded of a similar occurrence with the ancient Nephites. When Lehi and his family left Jerusalem around 600 BC, he sent his son Nephi with his other sons to get a copy of the Bible and their family genealogy recorded on brass plates (metal pages). They took these with them as they journeyed, led by God, to a new land now called the Americas. This was important to keeping their knowledge of the Commandments and God’s promises as well as their language.
I also enjoyed learning more about Amish culture. It was surprising to see how they dealt with certain aspects of modern technology.
My favorite part was reading about the mischievous twins’, Alfie and Benji’s, plans and mishaps. Jennifer Beckstrand shows their well-meaning innocence.
Their first matchmaking attempt in the previous book, Andrew, was apparently successful. (I have not read it yet but now intend to.) Unfortunately, mamm turned Andrew’s empty room into a sewing room or her “I-want-to-be-alone room” as the twins observed so they are hatching a new plan.
Benji and Alfie soon find the matchmaking business isn’t easy. Abraham is tongue tied around girls, especially Emma. He would much rather play basketball with the other boys at the young people’s gatherings.
Emma complicates their plans. She’s not in a hurry to marry yet. She’s having too much fun and doesn’t see quiet Abraham’s worth.
Mamm who is generally serious is also eager to encourage any hint of relationship between Abraham and Emma. It seems she has despaired, like he has, of him ever marrying. She makes Pigs-in-a-Blanket and other goodies when Emma happens to come by. Mamm is unaware Emma is there because of some mischief she discovered in her chicken coop and not because of Abraham.
A fun addition to the book are the Pigs-in-a-Blanket and Emma’s Peanut Butter Bars recipes included at the end. I am tempted to try the peanut butter bars!
I definitely recommend this charming and humorous Amish romance! I am sure the next book in Jennifer Beckstrand‘s Petersheim Brothers series will be equally delightful.
I received a free advanced reader copy of this book. All opinions are completely my own.
November 28, 2019
A boy with a walkie-talkie is a formidable thing.
Tall, handsome, strong, shy, kind. Seriously? Could Abraham be any more appealing? Oh, did I mention that he loves his little brothers and helps his mom clean the house?
After reading Andrew, I knew that I had to read everything Jennifer Beckstrand writes about these brothers, especially Alfie and Benji! Those nine-year-olds are too precious and way too precocious for everyone's good. And they are back in a big way, causing trouble for Abraham in the name of love for their brother - and the desire to get released from the cellar.
No!
Not in that way!
It has been their room since their Mammi and Dawdi came to live with them. And they are really tired of sleeping with the spiders. (Just a note, Abraham at one point referred to how lucky they were to be able to sleep there with the spiders - it is like a cave! I cracked up at this!! Well, I may have been cracking up through lots of the story.) So their plan is to get their older brothers married off so they can move back upstairs.
I was not a bit disappointed with this story. Alfie and Benji were back to their tricks, this time, assisted by a stray dog they found (and named Tintin). As they confounded Emma with how Tintin could have gotten into her chicken coop, their antics continued.
While I loved Abraham and his faith and the way he exhibited the fruit of the spirit (except to Perry Glick), Emma was not quite as loveable. She was actually self-centered and proud. She did have some good qualities other than her beauty but really did think about herself far more than she should. The way she treated Abraham in her desire to not embarrass herself was horrid, especially after he had done the nicest things for her.
But don't despair! This was necessary for the story. After all, Abraham needed a wife who was worthy to be a helpmate to him. Though he felt he was not good enough for Emma, she, in fact, was not good enough for him.
Abraham is a story of changed lives, of discovering priorities. And of adorable little boys who know enough to be dangerous!
If you enjoy humorous and romantic stories, especially those with cute children, you won't want to miss this wonderful story.
Read my full review at Among the Reads
I was given a copy of this book. I was not required to give a favorable review nor was any money received for this review. All comments and opinions are my own.
Tall, handsome, strong, shy, kind. Seriously? Could Abraham be any more appealing? Oh, did I mention that he loves his little brothers and helps his mom clean the house?
After reading Andrew, I knew that I had to read everything Jennifer Beckstrand writes about these brothers, especially Alfie and Benji! Those nine-year-olds are too precious and way too precocious for everyone's good. And they are back in a big way, causing trouble for Abraham in the name of love for their brother - and the desire to get released from the cellar.
No!
Not in that way!
It has been their room since their Mammi and Dawdi came to live with them. And they are really tired of sleeping with the spiders. (Just a note, Abraham at one point referred to how lucky they were to be able to sleep there with the spiders - it is like a cave! I cracked up at this!! Well, I may have been cracking up through lots of the story.) So their plan is to get their older brothers married off so they can move back upstairs.
I was not a bit disappointed with this story. Alfie and Benji were back to their tricks, this time, assisted by a stray dog they found (and named Tintin). As they confounded Emma with how Tintin could have gotten into her chicken coop, their antics continued.
While I loved Abraham and his faith and the way he exhibited the fruit of the spirit (except to Perry Glick), Emma was not quite as loveable. She was actually self-centered and proud. She did have some good qualities other than her beauty but really did think about herself far more than she should. The way she treated Abraham in her desire to not embarrass herself was horrid, especially after he had done the nicest things for her.
But don't despair! This was necessary for the story. After all, Abraham needed a wife who was worthy to be a helpmate to him. Though he felt he was not good enough for Emma, she, in fact, was not good enough for him.
Abraham is a story of changed lives, of discovering priorities. And of adorable little boys who know enough to be dangerous!
If you enjoy humorous and romantic stories, especially those with cute children, you won't want to miss this wonderful story.
Read my full review at Among the Reads
I was given a copy of this book. I was not required to give a favorable review nor was any money received for this review. All comments and opinions are my own.
May 19, 2020
ABRAHAM is the second book in this series, but it stands alone. Fans of Ms. Beckstrand's quirky humor will want to read the first book in the series, Andrew.
The book is funny, but ABRAHAM and his lady love Emma are not the brightest crayons in the box. They are fooled so easily and it is painfully obvious that what they are falling for couldn't have happened.
Plus Emma is the most self-centered girl ever. ABRAHAM is good enough to be used (and gullible enough to allow it), but not good enough to even acknowledge in public. Emma wants to flirt with the more interesting boys.
I was not real impressed with this book, but I loved the twins and Bitsy.
Grab your copy of ABRAHAM today.
I was given a copy free. All opinions are my own.
The book is funny, but ABRAHAM and his lady love Emma are not the brightest crayons in the box. They are fooled so easily and it is painfully obvious that what they are falling for couldn't have happened.
Plus Emma is the most self-centered girl ever. ABRAHAM is good enough to be used (and gullible enough to allow it), but not good enough to even acknowledge in public. Emma wants to flirt with the more interesting boys.
I was not real impressed with this book, but I loved the twins and Bitsy.
Grab your copy of ABRAHAM today.
I was given a copy free. All opinions are my own.
December 23, 2019
My favorite Jennifer Beckstrand books are the ones with Anna and Felty but the Petersheim twins are running a close second.
Abraham is the second older brother the twins have decided needs to get married so they can get their room back. Just think: two impish boys, chickens and a dog. Be prepared for many laughs as you read.
I alternated between reading and listening to the audiobook. I enjoyed the audiobook very much as it made holiday cooking go by very quickly.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher, Kensington, through NetGalley. Any and all opinions expressed in the above review are entirely my own.
Abraham is the second older brother the twins have decided needs to get married so they can get their room back. Just think: two impish boys, chickens and a dog. Be prepared for many laughs as you read.
I alternated between reading and listening to the audiobook. I enjoyed the audiobook very much as it made holiday cooking go by very quickly.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher, Kensington, through NetGalley. Any and all opinions expressed in the above review are entirely my own.
January 5, 2020
When you start a Jennifer Beckstrand book, you may not be able to guess all the details of the story, but there is one thing you can count on -- a great read with fun characters and (if it involves the Petersheim brothers) more than a little mischief! Abraham is the second book in the series, and Abraham is the second "victim" of the matchmaking antics of his younger twin brothers. There are plenty of chances in the story to smile, laugh, shake your head, and even hurt a little bit as words and actions lead to some pretty big misunderstandings.
I highly recommend Abraham to fans of great Amish fiction -- or to anyone who might just be looking for a fun-filled story.
Thanks to Celebrate Lit for providing a copy of the book. I am happy to share my own thoughts in this review.
I highly recommend Abraham to fans of great Amish fiction -- or to anyone who might just be looking for a fun-filled story.
Thanks to Celebrate Lit for providing a copy of the book. I am happy to share my own thoughts in this review.
January 3, 2020
Jennifer Beckstrand knows how to insert humorous moments into a fictional Amish family story. The youngest Petersheim brothers are at it again—trying to get one of their older brothers married off so they can move out of the basement. Their plots and plans add amusing incidents, and this time they try using a stray dog as bait to lure a girl for Abraham. Will they ever succeed in their scheme? The characters seem real and the drama engaging. The novel includes some surprises too. This book would be a fun read-aloud for a family. It’s not your typical Amish tale. And the problems and growth of the characters may just make you think about your own attitudes and decisions. I received a copy from Celebrate Lit. All opinions are my own.
January 6, 2020
I love this author and this series of books. This family is fantastic. I love the young twin boys that just want to get their older brothers married so that they can sleep back upstairs again. This book is really funny and there are a few sad parts. The author really seems to know how twin brothers think and feel. I did not want this story to end. I am so looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I received a copy of this book from Netgalley for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.
December 31, 2019
What a fun read by Jennifer Beckstrand. A set of precocious 9 year old twins can certainly keep you laughing as they go from one plan to the next trying to get their brother Abraham married off so they can have their bedroom back and not have to sleep in the cellar. This book will keep you laughing and sometimes maybe crying when things get really rough and not only are the twins in trouble but so is Abraham. And certainly poor Emma is suffering also. But can she learn a lesson before it’s too late? I won this ARC in a goodreads giveaway. All opinions expressed are my own.
July 15, 2020
Rating: 5 Stars!! (Wish i could rate it 10 stars!!!)
Review:
Thank you again to my book club friend Sylvia for gifting me this book back in April!! I am really loving this series.
This book was about the 2nd oldest Amish Petersheim Brother Abraham and how he helps a local girl that he really likes care for her chickens when his twin 9 year old brothers adopt a stray dog and make it look like the dog killed one of her chickens.
Through the book Abraham and Emma's love and friendship grows and you learn about their past as well.
Can't wait to read Book 3 in this series soon!!
Review:
Thank you again to my book club friend Sylvia for gifting me this book back in April!! I am really loving this series.
This book was about the 2nd oldest Amish Petersheim Brother Abraham and how he helps a local girl that he really likes care for her chickens when his twin 9 year old brothers adopt a stray dog and make it look like the dog killed one of her chickens.
Through the book Abraham and Emma's love and friendship grows and you learn about their past as well.
Can't wait to read Book 3 in this series soon!!
Want to read
December 13, 2019This book is just as good as Andrew and it was nice to see Mary and Andrew back. Their baby is so sweet! I can picture her in my mind.
Lol I'm glad to see that Alfie and Benji are still up to their usual tricks. I just wanted to yank them out of the book and give them a big ol hug.
This author has described me perfectly in Abraham! Just wow! It was like I was reading about my twin which of course I don't have any siblings at all or I wasn't raised with any. But it's like weird you know? It's for that reason I love Abraham.
Until I got my job at McDonald's I didn't know how to talk to people either. And then as time went on I gradually came around.
Emma is another thing altogether. I didn't really like her at first. I thought she was rather standoffish at first. I grew to like her eventually.
Do you ever have a passion for something that you just love collecting? Emma does and I certainly learned a lot about this subject!
My son wanted to do this too until he found put they were a lot of work lol!! I knew that wouldn't last!
But I must say this turned out quite the story. I even laughed out loud in some places and others really made smile.
I just love those darling boys! I hope they never change. They are what makes this story!
Secrets can be wonderful good in the end of they can be wonderful bad!
I really loved Rebecca!! She's the coolest mamm ever!! She certainly has her hands full that's for sure! I admire and love her to pieces!
I can't wait to read more about in her in the future at least I sure hope so!!
I love this authors Amish books. I hardly ever miss one. I think I'm going to love this new series by her.
This is book 2 in a brand new series by Jennifer Beckstrand and I highly recommend it. You'll get to read about two little sweet boys who manage to find mischief no matter where they go or do.
This book is sure to leave your heart full because of a family that tries go get through life and I love this book that is full of Faith filled messages. It's sure to uplift your spirit in more ways than one!
Love is only worth it if your find the right person!
Will Abraham be able to do that with two meddling sweet brothers who are twins no less?
You'll just have to pick up this wonderful book to find out. I also guarantee you that you'll laugh until you cry.
My thanks to Netgalley. NO compensations were received and all opinions are mine
Lol I'm glad to see that Alfie and Benji are still up to their usual tricks. I just wanted to yank them out of the book and give them a big ol hug.
This author has described me perfectly in Abraham! Just wow! It was like I was reading about my twin which of course I don't have any siblings at all or I wasn't raised with any. But it's like weird you know? It's for that reason I love Abraham.
Until I got my job at McDonald's I didn't know how to talk to people either. And then as time went on I gradually came around.
Emma is another thing altogether. I didn't really like her at first. I thought she was rather standoffish at first. I grew to like her eventually.
Do you ever have a passion for something that you just love collecting? Emma does and I certainly learned a lot about this subject!
My son wanted to do this too until he found put they were a lot of work lol!! I knew that wouldn't last!
But I must say this turned out quite the story. I even laughed out loud in some places and others really made smile.
I just love those darling boys! I hope they never change. They are what makes this story!
Secrets can be wonderful good in the end of they can be wonderful bad!
I really loved Rebecca!! She's the coolest mamm ever!! She certainly has her hands full that's for sure! I admire and love her to pieces!
I can't wait to read more about in her in the future at least I sure hope so!!
I love this authors Amish books. I hardly ever miss one. I think I'm going to love this new series by her.
This is book 2 in a brand new series by Jennifer Beckstrand and I highly recommend it. You'll get to read about two little sweet boys who manage to find mischief no matter where they go or do.
This book is sure to leave your heart full because of a family that tries go get through life and I love this book that is full of Faith filled messages. It's sure to uplift your spirit in more ways than one!
Love is only worth it if your find the right person!
Will Abraham be able to do that with two meddling sweet brothers who are twins no less?
You'll just have to pick up this wonderful book to find out. I also guarantee you that you'll laugh until you cry.
My thanks to Netgalley. NO compensations were received and all opinions are mine
February 17, 2023
Much cuter than the first boon for sure. And Benji and Alfie are adorable and hilarious as ever. Now I'm excited to see what they're up to when they play matchmaker with their last older brother Austin in the next book.
December 13, 2019
This book is just as good as Andrew and it was nice to see Mary and Andrew back. Their baby is so sweet! I can picture her in my mind.
Lol I'm glad to see that Alfie and Benjie are still up to their usual tricks.
This author has described me perfectly in Abraham! Just wow! It was like I was reading about my twin which of course I don't have any siblings at all or I wasn't raised with any. But it's like weird you know? It's for that reason I love Abraham.
Until I got my job at McDonald's I didn't know how to talk to people either. And then as time went on I gradually came around.
Emma is another thing altogether. I didn't really like her at first. I thought she was rather standoffish at first. I grew to like her eventually.
But I must say this turned out quite the story. I even laughed out loud in some places and others really made smile.
I just love those darling boys! I hope they never change. They are what makes this story!
I love this authors Amish books. I hardly ever miss one. I think I'm going to love this new series by her.
This is book 2 in a brand new series by Jennifer Beckstrand and I highly recommend it you want to read about two little sweet boys who manage to find mischief no matter where they go or do.
My thanks to Netgalley. NO compensations were received and all opinions are mine
Lol I'm glad to see that Alfie and Benjie are still up to their usual tricks.
This author has described me perfectly in Abraham! Just wow! It was like I was reading about my twin which of course I don't have any siblings at all or I wasn't raised with any. But it's like weird you know? It's for that reason I love Abraham.
Until I got my job at McDonald's I didn't know how to talk to people either. And then as time went on I gradually came around.
Emma is another thing altogether. I didn't really like her at first. I thought she was rather standoffish at first. I grew to like her eventually.
But I must say this turned out quite the story. I even laughed out loud in some places and others really made smile.
I just love those darling boys! I hope they never change. They are what makes this story!
I love this authors Amish books. I hardly ever miss one. I think I'm going to love this new series by her.
This is book 2 in a brand new series by Jennifer Beckstrand and I highly recommend it you want to read about two little sweet boys who manage to find mischief no matter where they go or do.
My thanks to Netgalley. NO compensations were received and all opinions are mine
November 29, 2019
Abraham is the second installment from Jennifer Beckstrand’s series, The Petersheim Brothers. I enjoyed the first book, Andrew, and enjoyed this one so much more. I t was great catching up with the characters from that book. In this book, we get a better look at the shy Petersheim brother, Abraham. Once again, the mischievous twins want to set up one their brothers with someone. They choose Emma. The events that follow turns into fun and delightful. I could not help but to laugh out loud at some of the scenes. Even though predictable, I still loved how it all ended.
Abraham is one book that should not be missed. What I thought to be “I will sit right here to read a chapter or two”, turned into “I can not believe I sat here and read the whole book”! I look forward to seeing where the characters are in the third book from The Petersheim Brothers series.
Five Stars.
I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.
Abraham is one book that should not be missed. What I thought to be “I will sit right here to read a chapter or two”, turned into “I can not believe I sat here and read the whole book”! I look forward to seeing where the characters are in the third book from The Petersheim Brothers series.
Five Stars.
I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.
December 31, 2019
Abraham doesn't think he needs help. His younger brothers are convinced without their help Abraham will never leave home. Abraham and Emma have no idea what is in store for them.
This Book 2 of a series by Jennifer Beckstrand. I love her books. We get to visit Bitsey once again. How can you not love the unconventional Bitsey?
The twins are on a mission- a top secret mission. Oh, the trouble they get into!
Andrew was extremely shy. He hid behind his shyness so he wouldn't be hurt. Emma was extroverted. She hid her love of chickens to prevent being teased. The twins hid....oh well..that's another story.
I enjoyed this book! It was sweet and very entertaining.
I received this for free from Celebrate Lit to review.
About the Book
Book: Abraham
Author: Jennifer Beckstrand
Genre: Inspirational Amish Romance
Release Date: November 26, 2019
Abraham coverThings at the Petersheim house are getting too crowded for eight-year-old twins Alfie and Benji. As if things weren’t bad enough with three older brothers hogging all the bacon at breakfast and using more than their fair share of toilet paper, Mammi and Dawdi Petersheim have to move in because of Dawdi’s stroke. If Alfie and Benji have any hope of getting their own bedrooms, they have to get rid of their annoying brothers, and the only way to convince their brothers to move out is to make each of them fall in love. What could be so hard about that?
Abraham Petersheim is known as a man of few words. He’s painfully shy and doesn’t see the need to prattle on like other boys in the community do. That’s why he can’t understand his unexpected attraction to Emma Wengerd. For sure and certain she’s pretty, but she also has five or six boys buzzing around her all the time, and she seems to be constantly annoyed with Abraham and his little brothers. Emma would never be interested in someone as boring as Abraham, and he could never set his sights on someone as wunderbarr as Emma.
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About the Author
jennifer Beckstrand 1Jennifer Beckstrand is the two-time RITA-nominated, #1 Amazon bestselling Amish romance author of The Matchmakers of Huckleberry Hill series, The Honeybee Sisters series, and The Petersheim Brothers series for Kensington Books. Huckleberry Summer and Home on Huckleberry Hill were both nominated for the coveted RITA® Award from Romance Writers of America. Jennifer has written twenty-one Amish romances, a historical Western, and the nonfiction book, Big Ideas. She and her husband have been married for thirty-five years, and she has six children and eight adorable grandchildren, whom she spoils rotten.
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Alfie and Benji Petersheim will do just about anything to get their brother Abraham to fall in love with Emma Wengerd, even adopt a stray dog. But to catch that dog, they’re going to need Aunt Bitsy’ help. Alfie and Benji are about to get in a lot of trouble.
I hope you enjoy this excerpt from Abraham.
Benji pushed his coffee cake around his plate with his finger. “Maybe we could keep that stray dog.”
Maybe they could keep the dog. Alfie’s heart started pounding. A dog could find them if they ever got lost in the woods. A dog could fetch sticks and bring Dat his slippers. A dog would eat crumbs off the floor. Mamm would never have to mop again.
Bitsy shrugged. “That’s up to your mamm.”
Alfie’s heart sank to his toes. “Mamm would never let us have a dog. She won’t even let me have a goldfish.”
“I have a pet spider,” Benji said.
Alfie popped a small bite of coffee cake into his mouth. “He’s not your pet. He just lives in the corner of the cellar and kills other spiders.”
“You tried to spray him,” Benji said, “and I saved his life. He’s my pet now.”
Bitsy nodded. “Spiders are gute pets. They feed themselves and don’t poop on the carpet.”
Benji sat very still before wrinkling his forehead like he did when he was upset. “We need to help that dog.”
Alfie wanted a dog as much as anybody, but they had to be sensible. They’d been asking Mamm for a dog ever since they could talk. “Mamm won’t let us.”
Benji started crying. “But he’s going to get gassed.”
Bitsy reached over and patted Benji’s arm. “He might not get gassed. The pound might find a nice family that wants to adopt him. People like chocolate labs. I’m told they’re cute.”
Benji caught his breath and suddenly stopped crying, as if someone had turned off a faucet. “Do girls like chocolate lamps?”
“Chocolate labs?” Bitsy folded her arms. “Well, I’m a girl and I don’t think he’s cute, but most girls love dogs. Do you remember Vernon Schmucker? Poor fellow had a face like a potato, and the girls ignored him. One night he brought a puppy to the gathering, and he was surrounded by girls all night. That’s how he met his wife.”
Benji jumped from his chair and threw his arms around Alfie, making Alfie spill milk down his new shirt. “Hey. Watch it.”
“Alfie, girls like dogs!”
Benji was a good partner, but sometimes he made no sense. “So?”
“If Emma Wengerd saw us walking our chocolate lamp down the street, she’d run out of her house to pet him.”
Alfie’s heart started pounding. Benji was the best bruder in the world. “We could bring Abraham with us.”
Benji got more and more excited with each word. “And they could talk about dogs and chickens and maybe start kissing.”
Alfie set his milk on the table. “We’ve got to catch that dog.”
Blog Stops
Texas Book-aholic, December 28
Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, December 28
She Lives to Read, December 29
Happily Managing a Household of Boys, December 29
Older & Smarter?, December 30
Through the Fire Blogs, December 30
Babbling Becky L’s Book Impressions, December 31
Jeanette’s Thoughts, December 31
For the Love of Literature, January 1
SPLASHES of Joy, January 1
Book of Ruth Ann, January 2
Mary Hake, January 2
janicesbookreviews, January 3
Vicky Sluiter, January 3
Abba’s Prayer Warrior Princess, January 4
Pause for Tales, January 4
Quiet Quilter, January 5
Southern Gal Loves to Read, January 5
The Avid Reader, January 6
Christian Bookaholic, January 6
Inklings and notions, January 7
Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, January 7
Blossoms and Blessings, January 8
D’S QUILTS & BOOKS, January 8
Reading Is My SuperPower, January 9
For Him and My Family, January 9
Locks, Hooks and Books, January 10
Batya’s Bits, January 10
Giveaway
To celebrate her tour, Jennifer is giving a $10 Amazon gift card to three winners!!
Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.
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This Book 2 of a series by Jennifer Beckstrand. I love her books. We get to visit Bitsey once again. How can you not love the unconventional Bitsey?
The twins are on a mission- a top secret mission. Oh, the trouble they get into!
Andrew was extremely shy. He hid behind his shyness so he wouldn't be hurt. Emma was extroverted. She hid her love of chickens to prevent being teased. The twins hid....oh well..that's another story.
I enjoyed this book! It was sweet and very entertaining.
I received this for free from Celebrate Lit to review.
About the Book
Book: Abraham
Author: Jennifer Beckstrand
Genre: Inspirational Amish Romance
Release Date: November 26, 2019
Abraham coverThings at the Petersheim house are getting too crowded for eight-year-old twins Alfie and Benji. As if things weren’t bad enough with three older brothers hogging all the bacon at breakfast and using more than their fair share of toilet paper, Mammi and Dawdi Petersheim have to move in because of Dawdi’s stroke. If Alfie and Benji have any hope of getting their own bedrooms, they have to get rid of their annoying brothers, and the only way to convince their brothers to move out is to make each of them fall in love. What could be so hard about that?
Abraham Petersheim is known as a man of few words. He’s painfully shy and doesn’t see the need to prattle on like other boys in the community do. That’s why he can’t understand his unexpected attraction to Emma Wengerd. For sure and certain she’s pretty, but she also has five or six boys buzzing around her all the time, and she seems to be constantly annoyed with Abraham and his little brothers. Emma would never be interested in someone as boring as Abraham, and he could never set his sights on someone as wunderbarr as Emma.
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About the Author
jennifer Beckstrand 1Jennifer Beckstrand is the two-time RITA-nominated, #1 Amazon bestselling Amish romance author of The Matchmakers of Huckleberry Hill series, The Honeybee Sisters series, and The Petersheim Brothers series for Kensington Books. Huckleberry Summer and Home on Huckleberry Hill were both nominated for the coveted RITA® Award from Romance Writers of America. Jennifer has written twenty-one Amish romances, a historical Western, and the nonfiction book, Big Ideas. She and her husband have been married for thirty-five years, and she has six children and eight adorable grandchildren, whom she spoils rotten.
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Alfie and Benji Petersheim will do just about anything to get their brother Abraham to fall in love with Emma Wengerd, even adopt a stray dog. But to catch that dog, they’re going to need Aunt Bitsy’ help. Alfie and Benji are about to get in a lot of trouble.
I hope you enjoy this excerpt from Abraham.
Benji pushed his coffee cake around his plate with his finger. “Maybe we could keep that stray dog.”
Maybe they could keep the dog. Alfie’s heart started pounding. A dog could find them if they ever got lost in the woods. A dog could fetch sticks and bring Dat his slippers. A dog would eat crumbs off the floor. Mamm would never have to mop again.
Bitsy shrugged. “That’s up to your mamm.”
Alfie’s heart sank to his toes. “Mamm would never let us have a dog. She won’t even let me have a goldfish.”
“I have a pet spider,” Benji said.
Alfie popped a small bite of coffee cake into his mouth. “He’s not your pet. He just lives in the corner of the cellar and kills other spiders.”
“You tried to spray him,” Benji said, “and I saved his life. He’s my pet now.”
Bitsy nodded. “Spiders are gute pets. They feed themselves and don’t poop on the carpet.”
Benji sat very still before wrinkling his forehead like he did when he was upset. “We need to help that dog.”
Alfie wanted a dog as much as anybody, but they had to be sensible. They’d been asking Mamm for a dog ever since they could talk. “Mamm won’t let us.”
Benji started crying. “But he’s going to get gassed.”
Bitsy reached over and patted Benji’s arm. “He might not get gassed. The pound might find a nice family that wants to adopt him. People like chocolate labs. I’m told they’re cute.”
Benji caught his breath and suddenly stopped crying, as if someone had turned off a faucet. “Do girls like chocolate lamps?”
“Chocolate labs?” Bitsy folded her arms. “Well, I’m a girl and I don’t think he’s cute, but most girls love dogs. Do you remember Vernon Schmucker? Poor fellow had a face like a potato, and the girls ignored him. One night he brought a puppy to the gathering, and he was surrounded by girls all night. That’s how he met his wife.”
Benji jumped from his chair and threw his arms around Alfie, making Alfie spill milk down his new shirt. “Hey. Watch it.”
“Alfie, girls like dogs!”
Benji was a good partner, but sometimes he made no sense. “So?”
“If Emma Wengerd saw us walking our chocolate lamp down the street, she’d run out of her house to pet him.”
Alfie’s heart started pounding. Benji was the best bruder in the world. “We could bring Abraham with us.”
Benji got more and more excited with each word. “And they could talk about dogs and chickens and maybe start kissing.”
Alfie set his milk on the table. “We’ve got to catch that dog.”
Blog Stops
Texas Book-aholic, December 28
Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, December 28
She Lives to Read, December 29
Happily Managing a Household of Boys, December 29
Older & Smarter?, December 30
Through the Fire Blogs, December 30
Babbling Becky L’s Book Impressions, December 31
Jeanette’s Thoughts, December 31
For the Love of Literature, January 1
SPLASHES of Joy, January 1
Book of Ruth Ann, January 2
Mary Hake, January 2
janicesbookreviews, January 3
Vicky Sluiter, January 3
Abba’s Prayer Warrior Princess, January 4
Pause for Tales, January 4
Quiet Quilter, January 5
Southern Gal Loves to Read, January 5
The Avid Reader, January 6
Christian Bookaholic, January 6
Inklings and notions, January 7
Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, January 7
Blossoms and Blessings, January 8
D’S QUILTS & BOOKS, January 8
Reading Is My SuperPower, January 9
For Him and My Family, January 9
Locks, Hooks and Books, January 10
Batya’s Bits, January 10
Giveaway
To celebrate her tour, Jennifer is giving a $10 Amazon gift card to three winners!!
Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.
https://promosimple.com/ps/f383/abrah...- giveaway
January 1, 2020
MY THOUGHTS ON THIS BOOK
With the Petersheim twins, who needs a matchmaker? Alfie and Benji were adorable as they tried to find Abraham a wife. The twins just had to get out of the basement, they can’t sleep on a blow up mattress forever.
The twins are at it again. And they are adorable. They do pretty good for their age, to come up with the plans they come up with. And i link and enjoy the humor they come up with. They will keep you laughing for most of the story. They were pretty smart to figure out how to make Abraham talk to Emma! This gave the plot a lot of depth, and gave Abraham a reason to talk. I really enjoyed Abraham and Emma’s character. Enjoyed watching Abraham come out if his shell and actually talk to a girl. A girl he never thought he woukd have a chance with. All around, this story, and the twins plans ended up working out for the good of everyone.
And in her usual fantastic writing, author Jennifer Beckstrand takes readers on another enjoyable and humorous journey of matchmaking. I don’t really think this series will match up to the Huckleberry Hill series, for me, that one just can’t be topped. But this series is going to be another Fabulous read by this wonderful author. I highly recommend that you check out Abraham, and the rest of the Petersheim Brothers series.
A copy of this book was given to me by the author or publisher. I am not required to write a positive review. The opinions here in this review are totally mine alone. I am disclosing this with my review in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
With the Petersheim twins, who needs a matchmaker? Alfie and Benji were adorable as they tried to find Abraham a wife. The twins just had to get out of the basement, they can’t sleep on a blow up mattress forever.
The twins are at it again. And they are adorable. They do pretty good for their age, to come up with the plans they come up with. And i link and enjoy the humor they come up with. They will keep you laughing for most of the story. They were pretty smart to figure out how to make Abraham talk to Emma! This gave the plot a lot of depth, and gave Abraham a reason to talk. I really enjoyed Abraham and Emma’s character. Enjoyed watching Abraham come out if his shell and actually talk to a girl. A girl he never thought he woukd have a chance with. All around, this story, and the twins plans ended up working out for the good of everyone.
And in her usual fantastic writing, author Jennifer Beckstrand takes readers on another enjoyable and humorous journey of matchmaking. I don’t really think this series will match up to the Huckleberry Hill series, for me, that one just can’t be topped. But this series is going to be another Fabulous read by this wonderful author. I highly recommend that you check out Abraham, and the rest of the Petersheim Brothers series.
A copy of this book was given to me by the author or publisher. I am not required to write a positive review. The opinions here in this review are totally mine alone. I am disclosing this with my review in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
December 28, 2019
For the life of me I couldn't get enough of the naughty, mischievous twins Alfie and Benji. They were so adorable, even when their intentions were sinister.
They wanted to get out of their current sleeping arrangements and decided to matchmake their quiet, withdrawn brother Abraham into marrying Emma.
At first I didn't like Emma so much because she was self-absorbed sometimes. But as time went on her priorities changed and I kinda pitied her.
Abraham for the life of him couldn't talk to any girl until his brothers antics brought he and Emma together. I loved that they had so much in common and he went out of his way to help her. I felt so sorry for him when his heart was broken but I admired his strength and kind heart.
This book will make you laugh but most of all inspire you to focus on what is important; adding value to people and seeking forgiveness when we wrong others.
I received a copy of the book and this is my honest opinion.
They wanted to get out of their current sleeping arrangements and decided to matchmake their quiet, withdrawn brother Abraham into marrying Emma.
At first I didn't like Emma so much because she was self-absorbed sometimes. But as time went on her priorities changed and I kinda pitied her.
Abraham for the life of him couldn't talk to any girl until his brothers antics brought he and Emma together. I loved that they had so much in common and he went out of his way to help her. I felt so sorry for him when his heart was broken but I admired his strength and kind heart.
This book will make you laugh but most of all inspire you to focus on what is important; adding value to people and seeking forgiveness when we wrong others.
I received a copy of the book and this is my honest opinion.
January 3, 2020
I loved this book! Author Jennifer Beckstrand’s second book in The Petersheim Brothers series kept me laughing. With well developed characters you’ll love, this was a heartwarming story of second chances.
Abraham’s twin brothers are incorrigible and adorable and they caused a large part of the laughter throughout the book. Nobody wants to sleep with spiders, so nine year olds make great matchmakers, don’t they? It was good to see the characters of Emma and Abraham develop and grow as the story went on. But I don’t want to give anything away so please, if you enjoy Amish fiction, grab a copy of this one. And if you haven’t read Book 1, Andrew, you’ll want that too. I can’t wait for Book 3!
I received a complimentary copy of this book but was not required to leave a review.
Abraham’s twin brothers are incorrigible and adorable and they caused a large part of the laughter throughout the book. Nobody wants to sleep with spiders, so nine year olds make great matchmakers, don’t they? It was good to see the characters of Emma and Abraham develop and grow as the story went on. But I don’t want to give anything away so please, if you enjoy Amish fiction, grab a copy of this one. And if you haven’t read Book 1, Andrew, you’ll want that too. I can’t wait for Book 3!
I received a complimentary copy of this book but was not required to leave a review.
December 28, 2019
I love this book! With even more wit and laughter that we enjoyed in The Matchmakers of Huckleberry Hill, Jennifer Beckstrand brings us The Petersheim Brothers. Andrew, Austin, and Abraham are known as the Peanut Butter Brothers for their peanut butter business, the best anywhere. And who doesn’t love peanut butter? The characters are a blast and very well defined by their conversations and actions. The plot is as intricately woven as a pair of 9-year old twin Amish boys can make it while trying to bring romance into the life of their 22-year-old brother. They successfully married off Andrew with as much mayhem as could be imagined. How much harder could it be to marry off Austin and Abraham? Austin knows and likes lots of girls. Abraham? He’s shy and doesn’t even talk to girls! They must get Abraham first, since their Mamm always says to do the hardest job first.
The brothers’ grandfather “dawdi” had a stroke. His care is too much for their grandmother, Maami, so they moved in with the family. With all the room rearranging, the twins lost their bedroom and are sleeping in the cellar with the bugs and spiders, which unlike most little boys, they do not like. They decide to get Abraham married off to Emma, since they see him watching her a lot. Their first scheme is to care for a chocolate Labrador retriever abandoned when a neighbor moved away. Mamm won’t let them have a dog, so they hide “Tintin” in the woods, make a shelter for him, and get a donation for his food. If Emma sees Abraham walking the dog, she will want to talk with Abraham and they will become friends, right? If only it were that easy.
Emma likes the attention she gets from the boys at gatherings and singings and isn’t ready to settle down with just one. Abraham surely wouldn’t be the one, because he is so quiet and boring. At least until the twins try to act as if Tintin has gotten into her exotic chicken run. She loves and raises exotic hens. The first time she has to address the dog’s behavior, the boys leak real tears and beg her to not tell their Mamm. Abraham has to go find out what the dog did. He knows quite a bit about chickens as he is learning to care for animals the Amish way, without becoming a vet. They talk about the chickens and other things, but Emma doesn’t want him to talk to her anywhere else. Finally, she suggests they can be friends, but will she keep up her end of the friendship?
I didn’t really like Emma that well at first as she seemed too shallow – wanting attention without the responsibility, wanting friendship but not willing to give it. I do like Abraham, perhaps because I know those same self-doubts and lack of confidence. I absolutely adore the twins, and enjoy Abraham’s Mamm and Bitsy Weaver, who helps the twins.
It took a crisis that cost Emma and her sister Lizzy their jobs, the Peanut Butter Brothers one of their bigger accounts, and Abraham a broken heart to shake up the plans of the twins and set the tongues of other young adults wagging. Abraham did all he could to make it right for Emma and Lizzy, but who will set his world right?
This wonderful good novel of Amish family and community is an amazing read. I highly recommend it for those who appreciate close Amish families, LOL humor, the escapades of nine-year-old boys, and the potential for gentle, sweet romance.
From a thankful heart: I received a complimentary copy of this novel from CelebrateLit and First Reads, and this is my honest review.
The brothers’ grandfather “dawdi” had a stroke. His care is too much for their grandmother, Maami, so they moved in with the family. With all the room rearranging, the twins lost their bedroom and are sleeping in the cellar with the bugs and spiders, which unlike most little boys, they do not like. They decide to get Abraham married off to Emma, since they see him watching her a lot. Their first scheme is to care for a chocolate Labrador retriever abandoned when a neighbor moved away. Mamm won’t let them have a dog, so they hide “Tintin” in the woods, make a shelter for him, and get a donation for his food. If Emma sees Abraham walking the dog, she will want to talk with Abraham and they will become friends, right? If only it were that easy.
Emma likes the attention she gets from the boys at gatherings and singings and isn’t ready to settle down with just one. Abraham surely wouldn’t be the one, because he is so quiet and boring. At least until the twins try to act as if Tintin has gotten into her exotic chicken run. She loves and raises exotic hens. The first time she has to address the dog’s behavior, the boys leak real tears and beg her to not tell their Mamm. Abraham has to go find out what the dog did. He knows quite a bit about chickens as he is learning to care for animals the Amish way, without becoming a vet. They talk about the chickens and other things, but Emma doesn’t want him to talk to her anywhere else. Finally, she suggests they can be friends, but will she keep up her end of the friendship?
I didn’t really like Emma that well at first as she seemed too shallow – wanting attention without the responsibility, wanting friendship but not willing to give it. I do like Abraham, perhaps because I know those same self-doubts and lack of confidence. I absolutely adore the twins, and enjoy Abraham’s Mamm and Bitsy Weaver, who helps the twins.
It took a crisis that cost Emma and her sister Lizzy their jobs, the Peanut Butter Brothers one of their bigger accounts, and Abraham a broken heart to shake up the plans of the twins and set the tongues of other young adults wagging. Abraham did all he could to make it right for Emma and Lizzy, but who will set his world right?
This wonderful good novel of Amish family and community is an amazing read. I highly recommend it for those who appreciate close Amish families, LOL humor, the escapades of nine-year-old boys, and the potential for gentle, sweet romance.
From a thankful heart: I received a complimentary copy of this novel from CelebrateLit and First Reads, and this is my honest review.
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