I don't think it's any secret that I LOVE Amish Christian fiction. I'm not sure why but ever since I read The Redemption of Sarah Cain by Beverly Lewis, I have loved Amish fiction. I think part of the reason is because I am fascinated by the thought of living off the grid, so to speak. So anyway I like Amish fiction.
Now this particular series was not my favorite overall. There were just things about it I didn't like. I'm thinking it was mostly the writing style. These really didn't flow for me like other Amish books have. Now to talk about what I thought of this book.
"Happiness is like a butterfly: The more you chase it, the more it will elude you, but if you turn your attention to other things, it will come and sit quietly on your shoulder."
The Beloved Hope Chest- pg. 92
Here is what I thought.......
I actually enjoyed this book in the series the most. The book is a little more dramatic and intense than the others which actually added something to the series that it needed. I was drawn in from the beginning of the book, after reading the first book in this series I really wanted to read his one. I could definitely identify with the character of Mattie. I really felt like I would have reacted the same way she did had I been in her situation. I also really liked Leroy. I appreciated his love and concern for Mattie. The plot of this book was my favorite in the series also. It had more meat to it so to speak than the other books did. I didn't want to quit reading it. The main thing I really didn't like in this book as well as the others is that things seem to wrap up to quickly. When there is a conflict, it's there and it's gone on the same page. Sometimes I thought it needed a page or two to stew in order to make it seem more realistic. Overall a good clean series that I would recommend to most anyone ages 12 or over. This particular book because of the nature of some of the subject matter might do better for early teens and up. I received this book for free from Celebrate Lit. A positive review was not required. All opinions are my own.
About the Book
Author: Amy Clipston
Genre: Amish
Release Date: May 9, 2017
In the final installment of the Amish Heirloom series, the Fisher sisters learn the mystery behind their parents’ marriage—and about the sibling who has never been spoken of.
Mattie Fisher’s three daughters know that she’s been keeping a secret from them. With each item pulled from the beloved family hope chest, they’ve discovered a new clue about their mother’s past.
But there’s a reason Mattie has been keeping her history hidden, and she’s not sure she’s ready to reopen old wounds. Will dredging up the past change the way her children view her? Or her marriage to their father? And can she handle the pain of revisiting the memories that preceded the last few happy decades?
Mattie’s story is one of grief and learning to love again. But like the best things preserved in a hope chest, it’s a story of love and redemption born out of heartache—and it’s past time to share it.
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About the Author
AMY CLIPSTON is the award-winning and bestselling author of the Kauffman Amish Bakery series. She has sold more than 1 million books, and her novels have hit multiple bestseller lists including CBD, CBA, and ECPA. Amy holds a degree in communication from Virginia Wesleyan College and works full-time for the City of Charlotte, NC. Amy lives in North Carolina with her husband, two sons, and three spoiled rotten cats. Visit her online at amyclipston.com Facebook:AmyClipstonBooks and Twitter: @AmyClipstonGuest post from Amy Clipston
I am thrilled to share the The Beloved Hope Chest, which is the final installment of my Amish Home series.In The Beloved Hope Chest, the Fisher sisters learn the mystery behind their parents’ marriage—and about the sibling who has never been spoken of. Mattie Fisher’s three daughters know that she’s been keeping a secret from them. With each item pulled from the beloved family hope chest, they’ve discovered a new clue about their mother’s past. But there’s a reason Mattie has been keeping her history hidden, and she’s not sure she’s ready to reopen old wounds. Will dredging up the past change the way her children view her? Or her marriage to their father? And can she handle the pain of revisiting the memories that preceded the last few happy decades? Mattie’s story is one of grief and learning to love again. But like the best things preserved in a hope chest, it’s a story of love and redemption born out of heartache—and it’s past time to share it.
This book is very close to my heart since it is the last in my Amish Heirloom series. I’ve grown to love the Fisher family, and writing Mattie and Leroy’s story was bittersweet. This is a very emotional story, and I poured my heart and soul into it. I hope you enjoy this book since it reveals all of the mysteries that have been placed throughout the series.
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Looking forward to reading the last book in the series. Sad to see the series end.
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