Sisters of Holmes County [Hardcover]

Wanda E. Brunstetter (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 2009

Enjoy the pleasure of owning the complete Sisters of Holmes County series all under one cover. Be able to follow the Hostettler family’s mysterious struggle against an unseen enemy from start to finish. Along the way, watch as love triumphs out of tragedy for the three Hostettler sisters, and see how God keeps His hand on the Ohio Amish family through it all.

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Book Description

This jumbo volume encases three bestselling and highly praised novels by Wanda E. Brunstetter. A three-part story unfolds in Holmes County, Ohio, when one Amish family comes under mysterious attack. How can the three Hostettler sisters’ faith and love flourish amidst tribulation?

From the Back Cover

Sisters of Holmes County

 

Into a quiet Ohio Amish community a mysterious threat has risen up against one family. The three Hostettler sisters are reaching womanhood at this crucial time. Can they find a path to faith, hope, and love that is not laden with fear?

 

A Sister’s Secret

Grace, the oldest sister, has put her rumschpringe (running around years) behind her and has returned to her family, joined the Amish church, and begun a new life. But will she ever confess—even to her fiancé—the secrets that torment her day and night?

 

A Sister’s Test

Ruth, the second oldest sister in the Hostettler family, has one burning desire—to marry and fill her home with children. Life seems to be falling into place until tragedy steals her hope. Can she find the strength and love on which to build new dreams?

 

A Sister’s Hope

Martha Hostettler, the youngest sister, is concerned about the continuous attacks being made on her Amish family. When the one she loves appears to have the motive and opportunity, she decides to play detective and clear his name. What will the search for truth cost her?

 

Enjoy a heartfelt look into the lives of an unshakeable Amish family from bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter.

 

Front flap copy:

Faith Is on Trial in an Ohio Amish Community

 

The Hostettler family of Holmes County face an unseen enemy who randomly attacks their property. Despite the unrest, the three sisters are entering womanhood and thinking of romance. Grace spent some time in the world finding out who she wanted to be and has now returned with a tormenting secret. Ruth has a plan for her life all lined up, until the day her dreams are destroyed by a tragic event. Martha is a free-spirited optimist who will dig to find the truth about the one she loves. Will the family survive tribulation with their faith intact?

 

Back flap copy:

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Award-winning, best-selling author, Wanda E. Brunstetter became fascinated with the Amish way of life when she first visited her husband’s Mennonite relatives living in Pennsylvania. She wrote her first novel about people of Amish faith in 1997, and now has over three million books in print. Wanda and her husband, Richard, live in Washington State but take every opportunity to visit Amish communities in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, and Missouri, where they have several Amish friends, and seek out lesser-known settlements to make new friends.

 

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 896 pages
• Publisher: Barbour Books (November 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1602606099
• ISBN-13: 978-1602606098
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.6 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #224,976 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Wanda Brunstetter is an award-winning romance novelist who has led millions of readers to lose their heart in the Amish life. She is the author of almost 50 books with more than 5 million copies sold. Many of her books have landed on the top bestseller lists, including the New York Times, Publisher's Weekly, CBA, ECPA, and CBD. Wanda is considered one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre, and her work has been covered by national publications, including Time Magazine and USA Today.

Wanda's fascination with the Amish culture developed when she met her husband, Richard, who grew up in a Mennonite church, and whose family has a Pennsylvania Dutch heritage. Meeting her new Mennonite sister-in-laws caused Wanda to yearn for the simpler life. In their travels, she and her husband have become close friends with many Amish people across America. Wanda's desire to explore their culture increased when she discovered that her great-great grandparents were part of the Anabaptist faith.

All of Wanda's novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Many of her books are well-read and trusted by the Amish, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the people and their customs.

Wanda's primary attraction to the Amish is their desire to live a devout Christian life that strives to honor God, work hard, and maintain close family ties. Whenever she visits her Amish friends, Wanda finds herself drawn to their peaceful lifestyle, sincerity, and close family ties, which is in stark contrast to the chaos and busyness that plagues so many modern "Englishers." Time and time again, Wanda loses her heart in the Amish life, and she hopes her readers will, too. For more information, visit: www.WandaBrunstetter.com

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sisters Of Holmes County, January 7, 2010

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Davina Morgan "retired to read" (Galt, Ca) - See all my reviews
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What a great way to put a series of stories together. Wanda knows the Amish and does a wonderful job of bringing them to life. I try to read all of her books and enjoy them thoroughly.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A real page turner, November 4, 2009

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Leeann "Doll Maker" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sisters of Holmes County (Hardcover)

Great series, authentic Amish stories, well written with lots of twists and turns, you will have a hard time figuring out who done it. Fantastic that they are all in one book, great for a Christmas gift. You will not be able to put the book down!!!

5.0 out of 5 stars All in order, January 12, 2012

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Everything arrived very quickly, in good condition. No complaints at all. Can't expect any better! I can't comment on the quality of the actual story, as it was a gift for my mother in law, but she says it's great!