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Whispering to Horses: an Amish Horses novella Kindle Edition

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An old fence separates a modern community from their Amish neighbors, until a little boy opens the gate and breaks down barriers between them. Main characters, Matt and Eli, find friendship, hope, and a future through a mutual need, which creates an opportunity for them to learn to understand each other. Eli and his little sisters will touch your heart by Whispering to Horses.

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Being formerly Amish, there are certain things I look for in an Amish novel. In Whispering to Horses, Thomas Nye held my attention and did a wonderful job of bringing out the authenticity of farm life for an Amish family. An interesting and quick read about a young man, Matt, who comes back to his roots in Amish country and learns particular life lessons from a very mature youngster, Eli. The bond they form is heartwarming, sincere, and leaves one hoping these two will remain in each other’s lives for a very long time. There are interesting twists regarding Eli and his mother. I look forward to reading more about Eli’s mother, and how she finds peace and an end to the conflict she wrestles with deep within. Oh, and for you romantic types, there is a touch of romance. (wink, wink)
Lue Shetler, blogger, writer, formerly Amish. www.lookinginmyrearviewmirror.com
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Thomas Nye, author of Under the Heavens and Catbird Singing, lives near an Amish community, where he grew to know and respect his Amish neighbors. His love for draft horses deepened that connection and compelled him to write about his experiences. He and his wife have five adult children. --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B016CP7N92
Publisher ‏ : ‎ CrossLink Publishing (November 2, 2015)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 2, 2015
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2455 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 54 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 163357041X

Best Sellers Rank: #2,716,038 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #7,531 in Amish & Mennonite Fiction (Books)
- #15,027 in 90-Minute Literature & Fiction Short Reads
- #40,991 in Christian Fiction (Kindle Store)

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Thomas Nye, author of the beloved Amish Horses Series, writes Christian romance novels with a historical flare and a touch of humor.

During grade school, Thomas developed an interest in history by reading anything he could find about horses and early American history. As a teenager, he moved to an area with a large Amish population, and it was as if he had fallen into his favorite book. His love of farm life, history, and horses all came together in real-life experiences with his Amish friends, who also happen to share his Christian faith. Thomas purchased draft horses from Amish farmers in his neighborhood and set out to learn the art of working with horses in harness. After years of buying, selling, and trading workhorses with Amish farmers in his community, Thomas had many wonderful memories of those experiences. The Amish Horses Book Series is a set of novels based on those adventures. Under the Heavens (Book I) was published in December 2013. He followed with Catbird Singing (Book II) 2015, English River (Book III) 2016; his other novels include Samson and Amish Delilah 2019, and Remain True: Amana 2023.

Thomas also has two published novellas, Whispering to Horses 2015 and Amish Park 2017. He has contributed to numerous anthology books as well. His blog, amishhorses.blogspot.com has attracted worldwide attention as a source of information about Amish life and also serves as his website to keep readers informed about his current works. The blog highlights draft horses and a glimpse of Thomas' experiences on the edge of an Amish community.

Thomas and his wife, Shari, live in Eastern Iowa on an acreage her grandparents purchased in 1918. They have 5 grown children and 9 grandchildren.

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Deana

Great Moving Story

Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2016

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This is a new author to me and I really enjoyed how he described things so vividly. He made the story come to life by writing with such beauty and details. I could feel the light breeze on my face and hear the horses as they worked in the fields. What magnificent horses they were so sleek and strong as they went about their daily chores.

Matt has inherited a house that he is not pleased with at all. He can't stand the smell from the farmland next door. It is an Amish family that works the land and for some reason that irritates him. His character is angry at the world it seems. His plan is to sell the house as quick as he can and get far away from the Amish family and country living. Matt is not someone I would enjoy being around with his horrible attitude . Will something happen to change his mind about moving? Will his heart soften towards the Amish family?

Eli is Matt's neighbor and really works hard everyday. Matt takes notice of this young man and his work ethic. Matt realizes that Eli could make his yard beautiful and attract buyers . Eli is hired to landscape Matt's yard and is eager to start . I loved the interaction between Matt and Eli. As their friendship developed, Matt seemed to not be as angry. The story is beautifully written and at the beginning of the book the author gives us a little history of the two houses. Long ago Matt's grandfather was friends with the Amish family that lived in the house Eli and his family now live in. They decided to put in a gate so it would be easy to get to each other if there was ever a need.
"Good fences make good neighbors, but a gate opens the way for help in time of need." Oh how I loved that sentence. How many of us have blocked gates so we wouldn't be bothered by other? Did we miss opportunities that God had for us?

The story has so many messages throughout that I hated to see it end. Memories are wonderful to have when they remind you of a happy time and the story touched on that with such grace. There are a few surprises in the story that really blends well with the theme of the book. I hope you get a chance to read this short book and feel the warmth of a story that brings hope, contentment and peace.

I received this book from Celebrate Lit for an honest review.

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Justina Wilson

What A Delightful Story !

Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2016

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I was very surprised by this story of life, love, friendship. How the stories of the past have a way of interacting with our lives daily if we would just stop and listen. Thomas has a way of bringing you into the story by making you remember your own life growing up! To help a neighbor just because you were taught to and find a reward and Blessing that comes from it. To change one self, thinking that it is better this way to find that in the long run you were right where you needed to be. I found myself throughout the story saying many times that I had always wanted to learn from the Amish and now wish I could. Thank you Thomas for such insight and memoires.I would recommend this book to anyone who would Luke to remember life is how you decide to help, love and work with each other.

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Great story!

Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2015

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This book was great. It was loving and charming. It gave me a feeling of peace and hope. It left me wanting more and I hope there is more to come with Sony and Matt. Don't leave us hanging Tom.

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Tcoker

Was not what I though

Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2019

A little slow,

Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2016

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Great author was our postman for many years, we have read all his books so far and enjoyed them all.

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Elizabeth Carr

Life, Lessons and Learning to Whisper

Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2016

Whispering to Horses is a short quick book about the honest hard work of an Amish boy, an adult man who learns about his family history, and a broken promise of youth. When you see how short this book is, you might think that it's a Young Adult book, or even a child's book but do not be fooled, this book though it's pages are few, pack lessons of life for all to read.

Matt is a young adult man who is trying to fix up his Grandfather's old farm house and yard so he can sell it and move to the big city so he can be closer to work and his lifestyle. Next door to him is an Amish community, starting with a family of young children and a teenage boy. This boy is observed by Matt has to always be working, working really hard with a pair of beautiful large horses and funny looking equipment. The boy wonders why Matt's family sold off their farm land; while Matt wonders why this youth uses old fashioned contraptions for his yard work instead of new technology like tractors and such.

Matt's family is very much on the path of life that follows the famous saying "Keeping up with the Jones". But as the story flows, you can see how open Matt's heart really is, and how a young boy who knows how to whisper to horses, use old equipment, and work hard can bring a light and happiness to a busy city guy.

I have to admit it's hard to write this review, because there are so many great lessons, but I don't want to put spoilers in my review. Let me just say, this book is worth reading regardless of your age. It's perfect for teachers to use as they teach their students History, cultures, and economics. This is a great fast read for adults who want to ponder deep life questions Matt asks and discovers through his relationship with the boy and his Amish neighbors. My nugget of suggestions is to really think about the lesson of :"Whispering to Horses" and how that can help you in your life.

To comply with the Federal Trade Commission's regulations, I must mention as part of every review because of BookCrash, that the publisher has provided me with a complimentary copy of the book, through BookCrash, in exchange for an honest non biased review.

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Amanda Kitteridge-Stote

A fence that unites

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 14, 2018

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An outstandingly evocative short story. One of the most touching I've read for many years. A fence between two properties both separates and unites times and lives. To write more detail here would only spoil it for the reader. Prepare to be transported.

Jean Jones

Excellent

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 3, 2017

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Excellent read as always from this author. You really feel like you are living in the story and not wanting it to end.

Ros Firth

Delightful Story

Reviewed in Australia on June 12, 2016

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A delightful beautifully written story. Lovely characters, you could close your eyes and be transported to the fence and apple tree
Another book by talented Author...... Thomas Nye

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