The Wonder of Your Love (book review)

The Wonder of Your Love

By Beth Wiseman

Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: Thomas Nelson (October 4, 2011)
Language: English
List Price: $15.99

Book Description: Katie Ann lost the love of her life. Then God offers her a new beginning in Colorado.


Katie Ann Stolzfus lives in the small Amish community of Canaan, Colorado. At forty she is widowed and raising her first child. But baby Jonas will never know his father, and Katie Ann wonders if her Heavenly Father hasn't forgotten about her as well. Is it really God's plan for her to be a single parent?


Eli Detweiler has come to Canaan for a wedding and a long vacation. Having raised six children following the death of his young wife, Eli is finally an empty-nester. He's enjoying the slower pace of having no one to care for but himself.


When Katie Ann and Eli meet, there is an instant connection. Yet as strong as the attraction is, they both acknowledge that a romance would never work. He is done parenting, while she has just begun.


But as their friendship slowly blossoms into feelings that are as frightening as they are intoxicating, Katie Ann and Eli question if the plans they made for themselves are in line with God's plans.


Can Katie Ann entrust her heart to another man, and rediscover the wonder of God's love?


My take:  I happen to love Amish fiction, especially romances.  So when "The Wonder of Your Love" was offered for review (in electronic form), I signed up for it right away. What I didn't realize (until after I read the book), was that this is book two of The Land of Canaan Series by Beth Wiseman. However, it stands alone so well, I had no idea (though I liked it so much I think I need to get the first book!)  What made this book different from other Amish fiction I've read, is the characters actually have human flaws - they aren't portrayed as perfect followers of the faith.  Katie Ann is a widow but her husband was killed while he was actually living with his mistress elsewhere.  Eli is quite a bit older than her and wants to travel and relax (almost unheard of from these hardworking men and women - in fact, there is some discussion in the book on whether or not his Bishop will allow the travel).  Of course, you know they will fall for each other; the only question is whether they can make it work.  Can they trust in God and His plan for them? Can they trust in each other? You'll have to read the book to find out!

This review was sponsored by Book Sneeze (Thomas Nelson) who provided the book (in electronic format) for review. I was not compensated in any way except for the complimentary book.  My opinions are my own.

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