The Waiting by Suzanne Woods Fisher Book Review

The Waiting by Suzanne Woods Fisher
ISBN: 978-0-8007-3386-5
Available Oct. 2010; $14.99
From the publisher:

From author Suzanne Woods Fisher, who has written extensively about the Amish in books like Amish Peace and Amish Proverbs, comes The Waiting, an endearing fictional story about an Amish girl, looking for love.

Jorie King has been waiting for Benjamin Zook to return home to Lancaster County so they can marry. When news arrives that Ben has been killed, Jorie finds comfort in the friendship of his brother Caleb. That friendship ripens into love, and it seems that they are meant to be together.

But when the unexpected happens, their worlds are turned upside down once more. Will Jorie trust God to lead her into the arms of a new man?

A multifaceted story about complex people living the simple life, The Waiting is the second book in the Lancaster County Secrets series. Readers will find themselves transported into the world of the Amish and deeply invested in these wonderful characters.

My Review:

I love Amish themed books.  It never fails that I learn something new about the Amish culture when reading a fiction story.
This book was a little different than most Amish books I have read.  It’s plot was deep and thick with twists and turns.   The characters although not all well liked, were simply easy to identify with myself and others.
I actually cried in the middle of this book – the author made me feel like I was right there in the midst of the Zook family home and crisis.
I appreciated the genuine troubles that came along and still the Lord was glorified. 
This book would make a great companion on a road trip or on a rainy day!

Note:  I was sent complimentary copy for review purposes only.  This review has not been monetarily compensated.  The review was my honest opinion and views and not influenced by the sponsor in any way.

 The Waiting is in stores now and to celebrate Suzanne is hosting The Waiting KINDLE Giveaway.

* A brand new KINDLE, Free 3G, 6″, Latest Generation

* The Choice by Suzanne Woods Fisher

* The Waiting by Suzanne Woods Fisher

* A $15 dollar Amazon.com Gift Certificate

To enter, simply click on the icons below to fill out the entry form, then tell 5 or more friends about the contest. Oh, and enter soon! Winner will be announced on October 28th at Suzanne’s Lancaster Secrets Book Club Party.

Join Suzanne for the Lancaster Secrets Book Club Party on October 28th! She’ll be announcing the winner of the The Waiting KINDLE Giveaway, hosting a book club discussion of The Waiting and The Choice, and giving away copies of both books and HEAPs of readerly prizes! Be sure to join us on Thursday, October 28th at 5:00 PM PST (6:00 MST, 7:00 CST & 8 EST) at Suzanne’s Author Page.