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Wanda E. Brunstetter (Author)
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April 2006
Time seems to stand still in Naomi Fisher's tranquil community, but it cannot hold back tragedy. Helping her widowed father run a store, manage a household, and raise seven children is a daunting task. There is no time to think about courtship or having her own family, though her heart yearns for the attention of Caleb Hoffmeir. But her days are plotted for her-until the afternoon her baby brother disappears from the yard. How can Naomi expect anyone to love and trust her if she can't take care of one small boy? Should she leave all that is familiar and seek a new avenue of life?
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Fascinated by the Amish people during the years of visiting her husband's family in Pennsylvania, WANDA E. BRUNSTETTER combined her interest with her writing and now has eleven novels about the Amish in print, along with numerous other stories and ministr --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 398 pages
  • Publisher: Center Point Books (April 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1585477362
  • ISBN-13: 978-1585477364
  • Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 6 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,375,965 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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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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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Journey to Amish Country, March 10, 2005
Wanda Brunstetter has done it again with her new book, The Storekeeper's Daughter. Set in the heart of Amish country in Pennsylvania, Naomi, age 20, is forced to become the caregiver of her seven younger siblings after her mother's sudden and tragic death. Her father, Abraham, expects her not only to do all of the household chores, but work for the family store as well. And under no circumstances is she allowed to be courted, especially by her childhood friend Caleb. After her baby brother is kidnapped, Naomi is feeling unloved by her family and extremely guilty. In an attempt to free herself from her plight, she goes to Portland with her "English" friend Virginia. Once there she has to make a decision about where she truly belongs.

This book is the first in a series called "Lancaster's Daughters." And once you read it you will be left wanting more (and will have to wait until January 2006!). I highly recommend this book for anyone who is interested in the Amish culture.
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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Ms. Brunstetter Never Disappoints!, March 5, 2005
I have to say that being an Amish author has some advantages. One is knowing about great books before they even hit the store shelves. "The StoreKeeper's Daughter" is the first book in a 3-book series. As usual, Ms. Brunstetter has lively Amish characters in this series. Her usual warmth and sweet aroma is also portrayed in this book. The simple yet touching life of a young Amish girl is openly welcomed into our homes with every page that you turn. A great book and a must read! I also recommend all of Ms. Brunstetter's books. For she never disappoints! I always ask people if they have read her books while I am touring. For she is a wonderul historical romance author. See for yourself. And buy the book.

Sicily Yoder aka Teresa Phillips

Author of, "Leaving Lancaster County", and, "The Conversion of

Sicily Yoder."
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Storekeeper's Daughter, March 1, 2007
I am an avid Beverly Lewis reader, but decided to read Wanda's book on the
recommendation of a friend. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and the others in this series. If you like Beverly Lewis, you will like Wanda Brunstetter.
I enjoyed the foreshadowing, the conflict, and especially the resolution.
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