Twenty–one–year–old Katie Detweiler loves to bake. When she's hired at a local bed–and–breakfast to do just that, she's excited, especially because the owner promises the shy young woman that she won't have to leave the kitchen. But when her boss's husband requires round–the–clock care, Katie is forced to overcome her shyness and wait on customers, as well. Before long, a "customer" reveals himself to be a private investigator who informs Katie that she was adopted, and that her biological sister needs a bone marrow transplant.
A Man on the Run
Twenty–two–year–old Abram Hilty has fled the drama of Shipshewana, Indiana, for Seymour, Missouri, where he's staying with his cousin Micah Graber. His plan is to hide, from a girl he no longer cares about—and also from a cold–blooded killer. Uncomfortable sharing his past and afraid of the consequences, he buries his troubles deep inside. When he meets Katie Detweiler, he is immediately attracted, but his pursuit of her is complicated by the problems of his past.
An Adventure Unfolds
As Katie wrestles with questions of identity, she also struggles to navigate her blossoming romance with Abram, in the face of opposition from a jealous friend. As their relationship becomes more serious, Abram can no longer conceal the truth about his past. But parts of that past rear their heads, barring the way for a marriage between them—at least for now. Through dangers and near–death experiences, Katie and Abram must find their way back to each other. But only the power of forgiveness can bring them together for good.
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Laura Hilton graduated with a business degree from Ozarka Technical College in Melbourne, Arkansas. A member of the American Christian Fiction Writers, she is a professional book reviewer for the Christian market, with more than a thousand reviews published on the Web. Surrendered Love follows Healing Love in Laura's latest trilogy from Whitaker House. Her first series with Whitaker was The Amish of Seymour, comprising Patchwork Dreams, A Harvest of Hearts, and Promised to Another. Laura and her husband, Steve, have five children, whom Laura homeschools. The family makes their home in Arkansas. To learn more about Laura, read her reviews, and find out about her upcoming releases, readers may visit her blog at http://lighthouse–academy.blogspot.com/.
Laura has done it again. WoW what a fantastic book. I just can't tell you have wrapped up you get in Laura's books.
This is not a book to be missed. In fact this whole series Amish of Webster County is not to be missed.
I opened it up just to read a few pages, now who did I think I was kidding I sat and read all of it before I got up.
Now I have to sit back and wait for Laura to write another wonderful book.
I gave this book 5 stars and I HIGHLY recommend it.
I was given a copy of this book by the author for my honest review.
This is a great book to read! I love Laura's books. She is one of my favorite Amish Fiction authors!
ReplyDeleteGreat review Mary! Please don't enter me in the contest as I already have this book.
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Judy B
Mary, you just reviewed this authors book last week and I bought a copy from Amazon and I have to say you were right a very good Amish fiction Author. I can't wait to read this one. You are always right on with your reviews.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the review. Sounds exciting and would enjoy it I am certain!
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WOW !!!! This sounds like a AWESOME book .Blessings ,Dana"Girl"
ReplyDeleteI want to read this book. This is one of my new favorite authors. Thanks for sharing her with us.
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DeleteI like Laura's books, have read many, but not this one, sounds very interesting.
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Carolyn Jefferson
Yes! Another book review that makes me want to read it! Hope I win it! Thank you again Mary, I reply on your great reviews!
ReplyDeleteGreat Review. I hope to get to read it. Thank you for the opportunity to win. Keep Writing.
ReplyDeleteAnother great review Mary.
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ReplyDeleteBrittany McEuen
This sounds like such a nice book and one to end the months of summer with. Thank you so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds really good. Wow what a shock to find out after all those years u are adopted. Love to win this one.Great review
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Diana
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Looks like another great story from Laura, I love to read her amish stories...thanks for sharing your comments.
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Love to read the book
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Would love to have this book. Only read one of Laura's books so far but I do know I want to read all of hers.
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Cathy Weber
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Would love to win and read this book. I read Healing Love and absolutely loved it. Will have to get Surrendered Love to read. Thank you for a great review. You have some great books on your blog.
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Great review. Great author. Would love to win this book.
ReplyDeletePlease entry me in this give-away. The book sounds great and would love a chance to read it!
ReplyDeleteSonja.nishimoto@gmail.com
Haven't read any of Laura's books but would love to. Sharma Darby rdarby@roadrunner.com
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ReplyDeleteThanks Mary for this review of Laura's new book. I know it sounds good from your review. I would like to win and one one more copy of her books. I only have one of each of these two series. Please put me in for a chance to win, tho I'm not being very lucky.
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I would love to read this book, i hope i win thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteShirley B
Good review. I've read some of Laura Hilton's books and I like her writing. Haven't read this one yet. Thank you for the opportunity to win a copy.
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I have not read anything by this author. I would love to, though. Sounds like she writes wonderful books. Hope to win!
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This sounds like a very interesting read. This is anew author to me.I'd love to win a copy. Please accept my entry. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteLove Amish books & tangled relationships - would love to read/win this one! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
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I could not agree more -- nice review!
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