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Hickory Grove #4
An Amish Holiday Courtship
She thought she knew what she wanted…
Her heart is searching for
the perfect husband this Christmas.
Ginger Stutzman has her sights set on the new Amish bachelor in town, but becoming a nanny for widower Eli Kutz’s children puts her romance plans on hold. Though it’s not the Christmas connection she expected, Ginger can’t deny the pull she feels toward Eli. But is it only the shine of the holiday season—or is a family with Eli a gift built to last?
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Her heart is searching for
the perfect husband this Christmas.
Ginger Stutzman has her sights set on the new Amish bachelor in town, but becoming a nanny for widower Eli Kutz’s children puts her romance plans on hold. Though it’s not the Christmas connection she expected, Ginger can’t deny the pull she feels toward Eli. But is it only the shine of the holiday season—or is a family with Eli a gift built to last?
From Harlequin Love Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
224 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 1, 2020
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August 18, 2024
This is an Amish Fiction/Clean Romance, and this is the fourth book in the Hickory Grove Series. I have not read the other books in this series before picking up this book. really enjoyed the characters in this book. The romance in this book was good, but not great. I do feel this book makes you think about this. It also made me think about when I was younger. I was kindly provided an e-copy of this book by the publisher (Love Inspired) or author (Emma Miller) via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review about how I feel about this book, and I want to send a big Thank you to them for that.
November 11, 2021
Joe was new in town and had eyes for the beautiful Ginger Stutzman. She also had eyes for him and soon they were courting and stepping out together. Ginger had high hopes that their courtship would lead to marriage but there were things she didn't know about her new Amish suitor. Like what he was doing when he wasn't with her.
Eli Kutz was an Amish widower with four young kids. He desperately needed a nanny to watch his Kinner while he worked. Ginger came to his aid and the children grew to love her. But the Children weren't the only ones who grew to love Ginger.
I listened to the Audio of this book and was very impressed with the narrator Christina Moore. She was very good with changing her voice for each character . I thought the story was entertaining and well written. I loved the happily-ever- after ending.
I recommend to readers of Amish Fiction and Love Inspired books.
Eli Kutz was an Amish widower with four young kids. He desperately needed a nanny to watch his Kinner while he worked. Ginger came to his aid and the children grew to love her. But the Children weren't the only ones who grew to love Ginger.
I listened to the Audio of this book and was very impressed with the narrator Christina Moore. She was very good with changing her voice for each character . I thought the story was entertaining and well written. I loved the happily-ever- after ending.
I recommend to readers of Amish Fiction and Love Inspired books.
November 24, 2020
Thanks go to the publisher and Net-Galley for the complimentary copy of An Amish Holiday Courtship by Emma Miller. I voluntarily agreed to read and review this delightful novel prior to publication. My opinions are mine alone, and no one has influenced them.
An Amish Holiday Courtship is a lovely Amish fiction romance with endearing characters and a satisfying plot. Ms. Miller brings her amazing understanding of Amish life to this highly enjoyable Christmas tale. The pacing of this book pulled me in from the start and kept my attention until the end.
Ginger Stutzman is a loveable heroine with the traditional values of an Amish young girl, ready to become a wife and mother. She sets her sights on a handsome and charming Amish man, but while he is dating her, it’s less than satisfactory because he still flirts with other girls, but she clings to her dream. She agrees to help out a widower, Eli Kutz, with his little children. As she watches his tender care toward his kinder, she longs to have that with her Amish young man.
While at times I wanted to shake sense into the heroine, I could understand why Ginger fancies herself in love with boyfriend and her confused feelings toward Eli. I love how she opens her heart to Eli’s young children and her determination to do a “gut” job. I truly wanted her to find her heart’s desire, something she doesn’t understand at the start of this tale.
Eli is a wonderful hero. As a widower, he’s determined to raise his children and honor his late wife’s memory. When Ginger becomes his nanny, he meets the first woman he wants since he lost his wife. I ached for him when he believes he is too old for Ginger. This kind Amish man is perfect for her.
The romance between them grows from their mutual respect and their love for his children. Their strong faith pulls them together and gives the couple a much stronger bond than either of them had ever imagined.
If you enjoy Amish novels with plenty of engaging characters and a wonderful Christian message, then you will love An Amish Holiday Courtship as much as I did. Amish fiction has become my recent fascination and has me searching for new novels in this genre, whether in eBook form or audio. Happy reading!
An Amish Holiday Courtship is a lovely Amish fiction romance with endearing characters and a satisfying plot. Ms. Miller brings her amazing understanding of Amish life to this highly enjoyable Christmas tale. The pacing of this book pulled me in from the start and kept my attention until the end.
Ginger Stutzman is a loveable heroine with the traditional values of an Amish young girl, ready to become a wife and mother. She sets her sights on a handsome and charming Amish man, but while he is dating her, it’s less than satisfactory because he still flirts with other girls, but she clings to her dream. She agrees to help out a widower, Eli Kutz, with his little children. As she watches his tender care toward his kinder, she longs to have that with her Amish young man.
While at times I wanted to shake sense into the heroine, I could understand why Ginger fancies herself in love with boyfriend and her confused feelings toward Eli. I love how she opens her heart to Eli’s young children and her determination to do a “gut” job. I truly wanted her to find her heart’s desire, something she doesn’t understand at the start of this tale.
Eli is a wonderful hero. As a widower, he’s determined to raise his children and honor his late wife’s memory. When Ginger becomes his nanny, he meets the first woman he wants since he lost his wife. I ached for him when he believes he is too old for Ginger. This kind Amish man is perfect for her.
The romance between them grows from their mutual respect and their love for his children. Their strong faith pulls them together and gives the couple a much stronger bond than either of them had ever imagined.
If you enjoy Amish novels with plenty of engaging characters and a wonderful Christian message, then you will love An Amish Holiday Courtship as much as I did. Amish fiction has become my recent fascination and has me searching for new novels in this genre, whether in eBook form or audio. Happy reading!
November 29, 2020
This is another lovely, heartwarming Amish romance by this talented author - a brilliant story to escape into during these troubled times.
Ginger Stutzman is twenty-five and feels the need to settle down, if only she can find the man she'll love marrying. She thinks it may be recent newcomer, and he seems interested in her but keeps flirting with others, too. She hadn't thought about widower Eli Kutz as a potential suitor but when she spends time looking after his four children whilst he's out working, she grows to care for them all. However, he thinks he's too old for her, especially as he already has four children. As Christmas approaches will they find love or is this just a holiday romance?
Such a moving story and a delightful read! I thoroughly enjoyed this story, such a brilliant developing romance, complete with the necessary but unwanted hurdles blocking their way. Thank goodness Ginger's Mum interfered, is all I can say! This is a great story to escape into with a fantastic sense of community, family values, faith and trust in God as well as a beautiful romance.
Thank you to Harlequin and NetGalley for my copy of this book which I have voluntarily read and honestly reviewed.
Ginger Stutzman is twenty-five and feels the need to settle down, if only she can find the man she'll love marrying. She thinks it may be recent newcomer, and he seems interested in her but keeps flirting with others, too. She hadn't thought about widower Eli Kutz as a potential suitor but when she spends time looking after his four children whilst he's out working, she grows to care for them all. However, he thinks he's too old for her, especially as he already has four children. As Christmas approaches will they find love or is this just a holiday romance?
Such a moving story and a delightful read! I thoroughly enjoyed this story, such a brilliant developing romance, complete with the necessary but unwanted hurdles blocking their way. Thank goodness Ginger's Mum interfered, is all I can say! This is a great story to escape into with a fantastic sense of community, family values, faith and trust in God as well as a beautiful romance.
Thank you to Harlequin and NetGalley for my copy of this book which I have voluntarily read and honestly reviewed.
October 13, 2020
I loved this story, and it kept my attention right to the end, so much like real life, and we all make assumptions!
Yes, assumptions, not always right, first impressions, that really are not correct. We meet a "pretty boy". or a rather handsome Amish man, and the girls are lining up for his attention, and he, or it looks like, likes Ginger.
Listen to your parents! Not always right, but they do have life experience, will Ginger heed their advice?
Enter a widower, older, with young children, and you will love these little ones, and we wonder if he will have a chance with the prettiest girl around?
Will Eli come to his senses? Will Joe wake up and see the treasure of Ginger?
You will have to read this book to see how it all works out!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Harlequin, and was not required to give a positive review.
Yes, assumptions, not always right, first impressions, that really are not correct. We meet a "pretty boy". or a rather handsome Amish man, and the girls are lining up for his attention, and he, or it looks like, likes Ginger.
Listen to your parents! Not always right, but they do have life experience, will Ginger heed their advice?
Enter a widower, older, with young children, and you will love these little ones, and we wonder if he will have a chance with the prettiest girl around?
Will Eli come to his senses? Will Joe wake up and see the treasure of Ginger?
You will have to read this book to see how it all works out!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Harlequin, and was not required to give a positive review.
July 25, 2022
An Amish Holiday Courtship is the 4th book in the Hickory Grove series, but I had no trouble enjoying this romance without reading the previous stories. Ginger Stutzman is an extremely attractive woman who has been walking out with several different Amish men, trying to decide who she wants to spend her life with. She has her sights set on the new Amish bachelor in town, Joe, but her family are not happy about that. Eli Kutz is a widower several years her senior. When the woman who has been his nanny moves to another district to get married, he asks Ginger if she would like to become his nanny. She continues to pursue Joe, but finds herself enjoying Eli's and his children's company more every day. As Christmas gets closer, Ginger begins planning family activities and looking forward to spending time with Eli and his family. Will romance be a Christmas present for Eli and Ginger this season?
This was an enjoyable Amish romance, although I wasn't crazy about Ginger at the beginning of the book. She seemed a bit stuck on herself at the beginning and couldn't understand how Joe wasn't falling all over her. She was also blind to Joe's behaviour and attitude, and made excuses for him. Eli, I loved. He was such a great father to his four children and tried hard to do all he could to make things easier on Ginger. I was glad that Ginger changed as the story went forward and she became nicer and more caring toward others. I liked the slow developing romance, as well as the angst and roadblocks they had to get over to come together in the end. I loved Ginger's family and her mother's interference does save the day. Of course whenever there are children in a book, I find they are my favourite characters and always make me smile. This is a sweet Christmas romance, a bit predictable, but enjoyable all the same.
This was an enjoyable Amish romance, although I wasn't crazy about Ginger at the beginning of the book. She seemed a bit stuck on herself at the beginning and couldn't understand how Joe wasn't falling all over her. She was also blind to Joe's behaviour and attitude, and made excuses for him. Eli, I loved. He was such a great father to his four children and tried hard to do all he could to make things easier on Ginger. I was glad that Ginger changed as the story went forward and she became nicer and more caring toward others. I liked the slow developing romance, as well as the angst and roadblocks they had to get over to come together in the end. I loved Ginger's family and her mother's interference does save the day. Of course whenever there are children in a book, I find they are my favourite characters and always make me smile. This is a sweet Christmas romance, a bit predictable, but enjoyable all the same.
December 16, 2021
This is a nice, character-based romance about a young woman who has decided the smart young man in town would suit her, but he is less committed. She starts helping a widowed neighbour to mind his children, and begins to reassess what she wants.
I thought it was well written, but I did find it a pity that a young woman would be tied to the sink without any expectation of a career of her own.
I read this e-ARC from Fresh Fiction. This is an unbiased review.
I thought it was well written, but I did find it a pity that a young woman would be tied to the sink without any expectation of a career of her own.
I read this e-ARC from Fresh Fiction. This is an unbiased review.
November 26, 2020
An Amish Holiday Courtship by Emma Miller was a quick and sweet story about second chances and family. Ginger believes she is ready to settle down and marry and her eyes are set on the new handsome Joe. But is Joe really what he seems? Eli lost his wife years ago and he is determined to be a good father to his children but is lonely and would like to remarry. When he finds himself in need of help, Ginger offers to help care for his children.
Ginger was sweet and caring. She put all her dreams on Joe and might be missing what is right in front of her. Eli is older and a widower with small children but is a good and caring man. As they begin to spend together, they find an unexpected connection. But can he offer Ginger what she wants? I enjoyed reading An Amish Holiday Courtship by Emma Miller. The story was charming and emotional.
Happy reading!
Ginger was sweet and caring. She put all her dreams on Joe and might be missing what is right in front of her. Eli is older and a widower with small children but is a good and caring man. As they begin to spend together, they find an unexpected connection. But can he offer Ginger what she wants? I enjoyed reading An Amish Holiday Courtship by Emma Miller. The story was charming and emotional.
Happy reading!
November 10, 2020
A fun, flirty, warm, and heartening tale of falling in love and learning what your heart truly wants.
Not everything that sparkles is gold, that is a hard lesson Ginger Stutzman has to learn while searching for a mate and her destiny. Ginger is a free-spirited Amish woman, I liked how she was unabashedly herself despite everyone trying to put her in her place. She might come off as flirty and too joyful for some, but she is a good-hearted young woman, and her work with Eli Kutz’s children proves it.
The characters in the story are drawn with vivid details, their growth and development is a natural part of the tale that flows and blooms effortlessly. Ginger has valuable life-lessons to learn, nothing is given, and eventually, she needs some motherly guidance to open up her eyes if not her heart.
This story has a bit different kind of tune than most of the Amish books I have read, yet I enjoyed it. It has a perfect amount of Christmas spirit, Amish traditions, and troubles of the heart to build up an entertaining Christmas tale. It a sweet and clean story, with strong family ties and traditions, and as such can be comforting read during troubled times.
A well written, joyful, heartfelt, and cheery tale of everything that makes Christmas a special time of the year.
~ Four Spoons
Not everything that sparkles is gold, that is a hard lesson Ginger Stutzman has to learn while searching for a mate and her destiny. Ginger is a free-spirited Amish woman, I liked how she was unabashedly herself despite everyone trying to put her in her place. She might come off as flirty and too joyful for some, but she is a good-hearted young woman, and her work with Eli Kutz’s children proves it.
The characters in the story are drawn with vivid details, their growth and development is a natural part of the tale that flows and blooms effortlessly. Ginger has valuable life-lessons to learn, nothing is given, and eventually, she needs some motherly guidance to open up her eyes if not her heart.
This story has a bit different kind of tune than most of the Amish books I have read, yet I enjoyed it. It has a perfect amount of Christmas spirit, Amish traditions, and troubles of the heart to build up an entertaining Christmas tale. It a sweet and clean story, with strong family ties and traditions, and as such can be comforting read during troubled times.
A well written, joyful, heartfelt, and cheery tale of everything that makes Christmas a special time of the year.
~ Four Spoons
December 11, 2020
An Amish Holiday Courtship is another fantastic story written by Emma Miller. I have enjoyed so many books by this author and I was excited to read this one as well. She has an amazing writing style. This story has a very inspiring storyline and I found it hard to put down. The characters that the author has created are very likeable and realistic. The story grabbed my interest from the first page.
Ginger Stutzman is a beautiful young Amish woman that is looking forward to finding her perfect match and thinks she has found it in a young handsome Amish man Joe Verkler. Joe has also set his sites on Ginger but for all the wrong reasons. When Ginger agrees to help widower Eli Kutzs and watch his four children while he worked it was natural for Ginger to step in to cook and clean for the family. As their friendship grows Eli finds himself falling in love with Ginger but because of his age he didn't think he stood a chance. When things fall apart for Ginger and Joe, Eli decides to take a chance. The journey they set out on is anything but smooth. Eli's jealousy of Joe causes problems that could be the end of any hope he may have had.
I was not given a complimentary copy of this book to read and review. I was not approached to post a favorable response. All opinions expressed are my own. I have rated this story with five stars for meeting my expectations of a wonderful story that I can highly recommend to others.
Congratulations to Emma Miller on writing such a heartwarming story centered around Christmas for her readers enjoyment.
Ginger Stutzman is a beautiful young Amish woman that is looking forward to finding her perfect match and thinks she has found it in a young handsome Amish man Joe Verkler. Joe has also set his sites on Ginger but for all the wrong reasons. When Ginger agrees to help widower Eli Kutzs and watch his four children while he worked it was natural for Ginger to step in to cook and clean for the family. As their friendship grows Eli finds himself falling in love with Ginger but because of his age he didn't think he stood a chance. When things fall apart for Ginger and Joe, Eli decides to take a chance. The journey they set out on is anything but smooth. Eli's jealousy of Joe causes problems that could be the end of any hope he may have had.
I was not given a complimentary copy of this book to read and review. I was not approached to post a favorable response. All opinions expressed are my own. I have rated this story with five stars for meeting my expectations of a wonderful story that I can highly recommend to others.
Congratulations to Emma Miller on writing such a heartwarming story centered around Christmas for her readers enjoyment.
December 24, 2020
A sweet holiday romance, filled with amazing characters, adorable children, faith and family.
Ginger takes a job as a nanny to her neighbor Eli, who is widowed with four young children. Ginger has her heart set on catching the eye of Joe, an eligible bachelor who has all the girls' heads turning. Ginger is a great cook, well-organized and is fantastic with Eli's children, I love how she takes the time to spend time with Eli's daughter and teach her new things. She is confident and friendly, and well-liked among her peers.
This is a fun and engaging read, with well developed characters, and great interaction. A very enjoyable read, a quick read because I didn't want to put it down. I loved Ginger's large family, and how her mother is looking out for her.
Overall, an entertaining holiday romance, with a great plot, heartwarming and sweet. Definitely makes for a great Christmastime read on a cold night, worth the read.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Ginger takes a job as a nanny to her neighbor Eli, who is widowed with four young children. Ginger has her heart set on catching the eye of Joe, an eligible bachelor who has all the girls' heads turning. Ginger is a great cook, well-organized and is fantastic with Eli's children, I love how she takes the time to spend time with Eli's daughter and teach her new things. She is confident and friendly, and well-liked among her peers.
This is a fun and engaging read, with well developed characters, and great interaction. A very enjoyable read, a quick read because I didn't want to put it down. I loved Ginger's large family, and how her mother is looking out for her.
Overall, an entertaining holiday romance, with a great plot, heartwarming and sweet. Definitely makes for a great Christmastime read on a cold night, worth the read.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
December 28, 2020
I loved this book. I have read many books from this author and loved everyone.
December 7, 2020
An Amish Holiday Courtship by Emma Miller
She thought she knew what she wanted…
Her heart is searching for the perfect husband this Christmas.
Ginger Stutzman has her sights set on the new Amish bachelor in town, but becoming a nanny for widower Eli Kutz’s children puts her romance plans on hold. Though it’s not the Christmas connection she expected, Ginger can’t deny the pull she feels toward Eli. But is it only the shine of the holiday season—or is a family with Eli a gift built to last?
This is Ginger Stutzman and Eli Kutz and children's story.
Ginger Stutzman followed her mother down the baking aisle of Byler’s store pushing a grocery cart. They’d come midday because her sister wanted to make rosina kuchen. Tara made the best raisin pie in Kent County, hands down. She’d been halfway through the recipe when she realized she was short a full cup of raisins, and their mother had offered to run to Byler’s as she already had a list of items to pick up. Ginger had volunteered to accompany their mother because she genuinely enjoyed grocery shopping, but also because she knew the young man she was sweet on, Joe Verkler, frequented Byler’s at that time of day. Not only did the store sell groceries and kitchen goods, and even woodstoves, but they also had a deli where sandwiches were made. Amish work crews often stopped there for lunch, and Joe had mentioned after church the previous Sunday that he was overseeing a work crew nearby. She hoped that she might accidentally bump into him.
“Let’s see, dark brown sugar and white whole wheat flour,” Ginger’s mother, Rosemary, read off a list from the back of an envelope. “Anything else you can think of that we need baking-wise?” She glanced up, her new reading glasses perched on the end of her nose. She’d resisted buying the eyeglasses, hating to admit that she was at an age that she needed them, but she was finding they made her life easier.
“Ne, nothing that I can think of,” Ginger replied, searching for Joe, but trying hard not to appear to be looking for anyone. To her delight, as she reached the end of the aisle, sure enough, she spotted him.
Just then, their neighbor Eli Kutz came walking their way carrying a handbasket. Ginger couldn’t help but notice that it was filled with individual servings of premade pudding and Jell-O, as well as store-bought cookies and snack cakes. Two red packages of iced ginger cookies teetered on the top.
“Rosemary, Ginger,” he exclaimed, his face lighting up with genuine pleasure.
Eli was a widower and older than Ginger, maybe in his midthirties. He wasn’t an ugly man, but he wasn’t what a girl would call handsome, either. Not like Joe. But she liked Eli, as did everyone in her family.
I highly recommend reading.
An Amish Holiday Courtship by Emma Miller is a wonderful well written 5 star book.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Emma Miller.
She thought she knew what she wanted…
Her heart is searching for the perfect husband this Christmas.
Ginger Stutzman has her sights set on the new Amish bachelor in town, but becoming a nanny for widower Eli Kutz’s children puts her romance plans on hold. Though it’s not the Christmas connection she expected, Ginger can’t deny the pull she feels toward Eli. But is it only the shine of the holiday season—or is a family with Eli a gift built to last?
This is Ginger Stutzman and Eli Kutz and children's story.
Ginger Stutzman followed her mother down the baking aisle of Byler’s store pushing a grocery cart. They’d come midday because her sister wanted to make rosina kuchen. Tara made the best raisin pie in Kent County, hands down. She’d been halfway through the recipe when she realized she was short a full cup of raisins, and their mother had offered to run to Byler’s as she already had a list of items to pick up. Ginger had volunteered to accompany their mother because she genuinely enjoyed grocery shopping, but also because she knew the young man she was sweet on, Joe Verkler, frequented Byler’s at that time of day. Not only did the store sell groceries and kitchen goods, and even woodstoves, but they also had a deli where sandwiches were made. Amish work crews often stopped there for lunch, and Joe had mentioned after church the previous Sunday that he was overseeing a work crew nearby. She hoped that she might accidentally bump into him.
“Let’s see, dark brown sugar and white whole wheat flour,” Ginger’s mother, Rosemary, read off a list from the back of an envelope. “Anything else you can think of that we need baking-wise?” She glanced up, her new reading glasses perched on the end of her nose. She’d resisted buying the eyeglasses, hating to admit that she was at an age that she needed them, but she was finding they made her life easier.
“Ne, nothing that I can think of,” Ginger replied, searching for Joe, but trying hard not to appear to be looking for anyone. To her delight, as she reached the end of the aisle, sure enough, she spotted him.
Just then, their neighbor Eli Kutz came walking their way carrying a handbasket. Ginger couldn’t help but notice that it was filled with individual servings of premade pudding and Jell-O, as well as store-bought cookies and snack cakes. Two red packages of iced ginger cookies teetered on the top.
“Rosemary, Ginger,” he exclaimed, his face lighting up with genuine pleasure.
Eli was a widower and older than Ginger, maybe in his midthirties. He wasn’t an ugly man, but he wasn’t what a girl would call handsome, either. Not like Joe. But she liked Eli, as did everyone in her family.
I highly recommend reading.
An Amish Holiday Courtship by Emma Miller is a wonderful well written 5 star book.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Emma Miller.
December 4, 2020
An Amish Holiday Courtship by Emma Miller is a charming Amish novel. I thought it was well-written with realistic, endearing characters. Eli was a kindly man with a big heart while Ginger was full of life with a loving heart. I enjoyed the descriptions of the Hickory Grove, Delaware. Kent County sounds like a beautiful area. The story moves along at a steady pace which is helped by the humor. I found myself laughing often while reading An Amish Holiday Courtship. Eli has some mischievous boys and it was funny that Eli somehow ended up with holey socks when it mattered most (at his sister’s house where a guest would see his toe sticking see through the hole). There are good life lessons in this story. I like the advice and help that Mrs. Stutzman provided Ginger. Just like in real life, the path to true love is not a smooth one. Ginger learns some valuable lessons along the way and so does Eli. It will make them both stronger and better able to handle situations in the future. There was just the right amount of Christmas in the story. We get to learn about Amish traditions and how families keep to them while adding new ones. I enjoyed reading this sweet Amish tale. It is a story that took my mind off what is happening in our world. An Amish Holiday Courtship is a heartwarming story with busy boys, a cornucopia of cookies, unstitched socks, a meddlesome mama, and an arrogant lothario.
December 30, 2021
An Amish Holiday Courtship is a lovely and heartwarming read that held my attention from the start right until the end. It felt both realistic and authentic, and will definitely not be the last book I choose to pick up from Emma Miller.
A lovely setting, well developed and delightful characters, and a plot that keeps the reader engaged throughout, made this story one I highly enjoyed, and could barely bring myself to put down.
It talks a lot about first impressions, and about how our heroine Ginger Stutzman falls for the "pretty boy" who talks the talk, but doesn't really seem to walk the walk. When she becomes a nanny for Eli Kutz, a widower and friend of the family, feelings start to develop that neither of them are expecting. However, she's certain that things will work out with her beau if she's patient, and Eli feels he's much too old and burdened for someone like Ginger.
As their friendship progresses, Eli and Ginger will learn that everything works out in God's timing if we trust Him with the process, and their romance is beautiful, perfectly drawn out, and faith filled.
This one was definitely everything I was hoping it would be, and I hope to read more from this series in the very near future.
Final Rating: 4/5.
I definitely recommend this one to any fellow fans of Amish fiction.
A lovely setting, well developed and delightful characters, and a plot that keeps the reader engaged throughout, made this story one I highly enjoyed, and could barely bring myself to put down.
It talks a lot about first impressions, and about how our heroine Ginger Stutzman falls for the "pretty boy" who talks the talk, but doesn't really seem to walk the walk. When she becomes a nanny for Eli Kutz, a widower and friend of the family, feelings start to develop that neither of them are expecting. However, she's certain that things will work out with her beau if she's patient, and Eli feels he's much too old and burdened for someone like Ginger.
As their friendship progresses, Eli and Ginger will learn that everything works out in God's timing if we trust Him with the process, and their romance is beautiful, perfectly drawn out, and faith filled.
This one was definitely everything I was hoping it would be, and I hope to read more from this series in the very near future.
Final Rating: 4/5.
I definitely recommend this one to any fellow fans of Amish fiction.
August 27, 2022
An Amish Holiday Courtship is a well-written Amish romance by author Emma Miller. An Amish Holiday Courtship is a quick read that can be read in one afternoon.
At the age of twenty-four Ginger Stutzman was in no hurry to marry and have a family. Her parents had given her the freedom to figure out what kind of man she wanted to marry. Ginger did enjoy being with bachelor Joe Verkler, however, widower Eli Kutz relished the fact that she took care of his children.
Who would Ginger choose? Joe Verkler was conceited and knew he was good-looking, and a flirt with the girls. While Eli was hard-working and compassionate. I appreciated Ginger’s beautiful spirit and didn’t like the way Joe treated her.
I give An Amish Holiday Courtship 5*/5*
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At the age of twenty-four Ginger Stutzman was in no hurry to marry and have a family. Her parents had given her the freedom to figure out what kind of man she wanted to marry. Ginger did enjoy being with bachelor Joe Verkler, however, widower Eli Kutz relished the fact that she took care of his children.
Who would Ginger choose? Joe Verkler was conceited and knew he was good-looking, and a flirt with the girls. While Eli was hard-working and compassionate. I appreciated Ginger’s beautiful spirit and didn’t like the way Joe treated her.
I give An Amish Holiday Courtship 5*/5*
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July 13, 2021
Who are Ginger and Eli? How do they know one another? Where are they from? Who is Tara? Who is Joe and where does he work? Where does Ginger go with Rosemary and why? Who are Martha and Eunice? Who is doing something scandalous and what is it? Who are Edna and Ader? I like Claudia! Good woman. What do we learn about Simon, Andrew, and Phillip? What are the major differences between Eli an Joe? I prefer Eli myself! I was pleasantly surprised, yet angry on some level at what happened at the Bishop's surprise party! Oh boy, I wanted to wring Eli's neck at one poinnt. Read and see what he does and how things end!
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March 28, 2021
An AMISH HOLIDAY COURTSHIP
Four stars, b/c in the Amish world I don't think marrying an older man, especially 9-10 year differences, isn't too far fetched. This story seems to have made a few characters to think it is too old, and maybe in reality some do, but I would have to be convinced. I am Englisher and my husband is 9 years older, while dating our age differences was mentioned, but was never an obstacle. The story seem to focus a lot on maybe or maybe not.. I/D/K, it gets my goat when a story drags on over something silly. And the fall-out......oh my word! But any good, clean, Amish, love, romance,Christian books, will never be my regret. I love to read them. J 😥
Four stars, b/c in the Amish world I don't think marrying an older man, especially 9-10 year differences, isn't too far fetched. This story seems to have made a few characters to think it is too old, and maybe in reality some do, but I would have to be convinced. I am Englisher and my husband is 9 years older, while dating our age differences was mentioned, but was never an obstacle. The story seem to focus a lot on maybe or maybe not.. I/D/K, it gets my goat when a story drags on over something silly. And the fall-out......oh my word! But any good, clean, Amish, love, romance,Christian books, will never be my regret. I love to read them. J 😥
December 20, 2020
A sweet romantic book about a widower and a young lady. It's one thing to court a widower but Eli has four children. Is she wanting a ready-made family or perhaps the handsome bachelor Joe is really who God has for her? How can she hear the voice of the Lord when her heart keeps getting in the way?
October 7, 2020
Fantastic book
November 28, 2020
fun quick read
December 19, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. my only criticism is Eli is 33 and in the book he acts like he's 43
February 22, 2021
Exceptional Book!!
I really enjoyed reading this story. I’ve been ill, so it took me longer than usual to read it, and I’ve just finished it!!
I really enjoyed reading this story. I’ve been ill, so it took me longer than usual to read it, and I’ve just finished it!!
December 18, 2021
A story about second love, first love, family, and holiday baking. Not the best writing but all in all, it had the main components of a cozy Amish romance.
December 31, 2021
A nice read about a younger widowed man with 4 children and the younger girl Ginger who ateps in the help care for his children. A good story about the grass isn't greener on the otherside.
May 15, 2022
Snow in Delaware
Eli has four children and a prayer. Ginger has time to help and eventually fulfill his prayer, but not without some time and hurt fee!ings.
Eli has four children and a prayer. Ginger has time to help and eventually fulfill his prayer, but not without some time and hurt fee!ings.
May 24, 2023
Sweet book
I just recently found this author and I love her books. Clean and wholesome. Full of faith and love. I’ve read 3 books in the now and they are really good
I just recently found this author and I love her books. Clean and wholesome. Full of faith and love. I’ve read 3 books in the now and they are really good
April 8, 2024
Sweet Romance
A sweet romance with a good lesson on what is truly important in a relationship.
A sweet romance with a good lesson on what is truly important in a relationship.
May 7, 2024
An Amish Holiday Courtship is the 4th book in the Hickory Grove series. If you enjoy Amish novels with a wonderful Christian message, then you will love this book.
March 15, 2021
An Amish Holiday Courtship by Emma Miller was such an uplifting, fun and engaging story. I loved following along with Ginger and Eli's story and watching as their friendship grew and seamlessly spread its wings into so much more. Though times were not always easy, the chemistry between the pair simply brought a huge smile to my face, as well as Ginger and Eli's interaction and love for Eli's children.
I love Amish stories and living in a small corner of their culture, just for a bit. It is amazing how, though Amish, different Amish groups have different ways.
Though this is my first book by Emma Miller, it will definitely not be my last! Solid 4 1/2 stars!
I love Amish stories and living in a small corner of their culture, just for a bit. It is amazing how, though Amish, different Amish groups have different ways.
Though this is my first book by Emma Miller, it will definitely not be my last! Solid 4 1/2 stars!
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