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I have always loved Wanda's Amish fiction but this one was the most thought provoking that she has written for a long while, in my opinion. Wanda has used her knowledge of the Amish to its greatest advantage, while bringing in Englishers to enhance her storyline.
Wanda has a complete surprise at the conclusion of her book, which totally shocked me. Her talent is outstanding in keeping you engrossed in the many changes in her plot and her character development.
A feel-good novel with memorable characters that come together in the most unlikely place and discover things about themselves they would never have known if not for the others. Brunstetter has outdone herself with this novel. Reading it is pure fun. Even though the characters have problems, they learn to overcome them and become the people God wants them to be.
(Patsy Glans Romantic Times 2012-02-01)This is an endearing tale about turning around the troubles in our lives and making good come from them. It is a story about letting past hurts shape who we are today and seeking forgiveness from those we truly love. This group of “half-stitched” quilters will truly touch your heart and give you plenty to think about. Don’t miss this one!
(Vicki Ferrell Fresh Fiction 2012-03-27)
Book Description
Now a New York Times Bestseller! It’s Quilting 101 for the students at Emma Yoder’s quilting classes. But as six very different men and women try to make scraps of fabric something beautiful, they begin sharing details of their fragmented lives. Suddenly quilt classes become life lessons. . .and their souls are healed one stitch at a time.
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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 over 60 books with more than 7 million copies sold. Many of her books have landed on the top bestseller lists, including the New York Times, USA Today, 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
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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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
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Helen E. Hevener
on April 11, 2012
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Amish widow Emma Yoder decides to conduct lessons on how to quilt- so she put notices around of her classes. First Star Stephens a troubled young girl- finds her grandmother had signed her up for the quilting lessons just days before she had died. Star decides as a tribute to her grandmother to go on and take the quilting lessons. Jan Sweet a big - tough biker- has been in trouble with the law- driving under the influence. Jan Sweet is on probation and his probation officer recommends to Jan that he find a creative outlet. When Jan sees Emma's quilting classes advertised he signs up. Then we have Pam and Stuart Johnson - a married couple with problems. Pam feels Staurt doesnt spend enough time doing things with her that she likes. She makes a deal with Stuart- if he goes to the quilting classes with her- she will go camping with him (Which Pam absolutely hates camping)!!! Ryby Lee WIlliams signs up for the quilting class because she feels kinda restless- her husband is a preacher and Ruby Lee thinks that maybe quilting will be a way to release her problems and emotions she is going through!!! Then last of all we have Paul Ramirez- who is a widower- left with a small baby (11 months old)!! Paul had a quilt for his little girl that his wife had started before she was killed in an accident. Paul takes the quilting class - first thinking he would just go long enough to find someone to finish the quilt for him!! Paul quickly discovers he would rather take the classes and finish the quilt himself!!!
Such an odd assortment of people lead to quite a site!!! However Emma Yoder feels a connection with each and everyone of her quilting students!!! The students soon find out not only does Emma Yoder know how to quilt bus she has some good advice to offer as well!!!Read more ›
Such an odd assortment of people lead to quite a site!!! However Emma Yoder feels a connection with each and everyone of her quilting students!!! The students soon find out not only does Emma Yoder know how to quilt bus she has some good advice to offer as well!!!Read more ›
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I just finished this book and almost want to pick it up again and reread it! Wanda has created such an incredible and yet almost believable story that merges the life of an Amish widow and various "Englishers" in such a way that I found myself at various times angry (at characters), or laughing, or even crying with them. I could not believe how she brought her characters to life and made them three-dimensional so that I felt like they were real. That does not often happen to me.
I can not recommend this book highly enough - if I could give it 100 stars - I would.
I will say that when it comes to the surprise near the end of the book - she got me. I had no idea it was coming and was blown away - and I normally see things like this early in a story when I'm reading.
Don't pass up this book - you don't even have to regularly read about the Amish to enjoy it.
I can not recommend this book highly enough - if I could give it 100 stars - I would.
I will say that when it comes to the surprise near the end of the book - she got me. I had no idea it was coming and was blown away - and I normally see things like this early in a story when I'm reading.
Don't pass up this book - you don't even have to regularly read about the Amish to enjoy it.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Amish widow Emma Yoder didn't want to be a burden on her children so she came up with the idea to give quilting classes to earn money. When she placed her small add in the newspaper and posted signs in the stores in town, she never expected quite the variety of students and their problems to enter her large sewing room.
School teacher Paul Ramirez is a recent widower with a six month old daughter to raise on his own Twenty year old Star Stephens is a frustrated musician, eager to be discovered yet hiding behind a dark Gothic façade. Pam and Stuart are a bickering couple on the verge of divorce, half-heartedly trying to save their marriage. Biker Jan Sweet has finally found a home and started his own roofing company but his life is incomplete. Finally there is pastor's wife Ruby Lee Williams, struggling with hurt caused by her husband's negative congregation. Will this mismatched, half-stitched quilting club learn more from Emma and each other than merely quilting?
Bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter has stitched together a heartwarming tale of individuals that are searching for healing and purpose. Each unique character draws us deeper into THE HALF-STITCHED AMISH QUILTING CLUB as their stories are woven together in this beautiful book. Readers can easily empathize with the characters and their personal problems and will delight in each enlightenment. A lovely read filled with homey dialog and spiritual inspiration to soothe the soul.
School teacher Paul Ramirez is a recent widower with a six month old daughter to raise on his own Twenty year old Star Stephens is a frustrated musician, eager to be discovered yet hiding behind a dark Gothic façade. Pam and Stuart are a bickering couple on the verge of divorce, half-heartedly trying to save their marriage. Biker Jan Sweet has finally found a home and started his own roofing company but his life is incomplete. Finally there is pastor's wife Ruby Lee Williams, struggling with hurt caused by her husband's negative congregation. Will this mismatched, half-stitched quilting club learn more from Emma and each other than merely quilting?
Bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter has stitched together a heartwarming tale of individuals that are searching for healing and purpose. Each unique character draws us deeper into THE HALF-STITCHED AMISH QUILTING CLUB as their stories are woven together in this beautiful book. Readers can easily empathize with the characters and their personal problems and will delight in each enlightenment. A lovely read filled with homey dialog and spiritual inspiration to soothe the soul.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Beth Milinski
on April 20, 2012
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LOVED THIS NOVEL!!!!!!! LOL Sorry but truly that is how I felt. The Half-Stitched Amish Quilting Club by Wanda Brunstetter is an AWESOME e-book. I am a huge fan of Wanda Brunstetter's Amish novels and this one by far is my favorite. I found myself laughing out loud in places and other places surprised by where Wanda Brunstetter takes her characters. This story is a wonderful story of Amish and Englishers who learn so much from each other. The characters in this story are a menagerie of true characters that I found myself relating to in such a way. All the characters are from different backgrounds, different ages, and different sexes. Wanda Brunstetter writes such a beautiful story of quilting, working together, and finding faith and strength from one another and God. This was such a fun story to read! I couldn't put it down and was a little sad when it ended. I am not sure if Wanda Brunstetter plans on making this into a series but I hope so! If you are a fan of Amish Fiction you will love this story.
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