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Raised by their divorced, lapsed Amish father and English mother, siblings Jonny, Martin, Kelsey, and Beth can't wait to reinvent their lives. The four don't have much in common, but they long for the stable sense of family they felt when visiting their New Order grandparents, Josiah and Sylvia Schrock, in peaceful Holmes County, Ohio. And the Schrocks couldn't be more surprised when the grandkids want to try living with them—and joining their faith . . .
When Jonny hears startling news about his health, he knows it's past time to change his life. Quitting college, he unexpectedly finds the fulfilling job of his dreams. And he's instantly smitten with cafe owner Treva Kramer, whose baked goods are as warm and delicious as her lively personality. But no matter how hard Jonny tries, he can't seem to get past her secret sadness and distrust. Can he prove that his feelings for her are for real—and forever—in time?
A bad breakup left Treva heartbroken—and resolved to be independent without relying on anyone ever again. Exhausted from pouring everything she's got into her cafe, she’s stunned by Jonny’s easygoing ways—and drawn to his optimistic nature. But when she thinks his real interest is in becoming Amish, she's even more determined to stay focused—and keep her heart safe . . .
Soon, deep secrets and hidden family truths will test Jonny and Treva in unexpected ways. And with help from his warm-hearted grandparents, he and Treva might gain the happiness they secretly long for—with each other.
My Thoughts: Heartfelt
Jonny Schrock has just received some surprising news about his health that has him making some important and life-changing decisions. He is also faced with decisions regarding some of his family relationships. Then, when Treva Kramer becomes an unexpected but welcome inclusion in his life, Jonny's decisions have an even greater impact on him. As the relationship between him and Treva grows, a surprising situation for Treva arises. It has her making some important decisions of her own that will also affect her and Jonny. Along the way, more surprises show up that put some bumps in their growing relationship. But seeing it all play out is a sheer joy to watch.
Jonny and Treva's story is so heartfelt. Its themes of forgiveness, love, faith, family, and second chances flow through this story in a lovely and exceptional way that deeply touched my heart. It is a wonderful story of love that I highly recommend.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an advanced copy of this book. All comments and opinions are voluntary and completely my own.
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About the Author: Shelley Shepard Gray
Shelley Shepard Gray is the two-time Holt Medallion Award-winning, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over one hundred novels. Her novels have been translated into multiple languages and highlighted in the Philadelphia Enquirer, The Washington Post, Time Magazine, NPR , and USA Today. An active member of her church and the mother of two young adults, Shelley lives with her husband in Ohio and writes full-time. Please visit her online at ShelleyShepardGray.com.
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