Strength in the Storm (Johns Mill Amish Romance #2) by Laurel Blount
Publication Date: February 22nd 2022
Pages: 336
Source: Publisher
Rating: ★★★★½
Links: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Kobo | Goodreads
My
Thoughts:
Emma’s family suffered a tragic loss when her parents were gunned
down by an “Englischer” (a non-Amish person) obsessed with Emma. The event has
left her sister, Miriam, who was present, shaken and with PTSD. Unfortunately,
it seems Emma is hindering Miriam’s recovery being a little too helpful.
When the aunt of Emma’s childhood sweetheart, Sam, needs
caring for it seems like the perfect opportunity to get out of the house and
give Miriam some space to progress in her healing. Aunt Ruth is not an easy patient
and I admired Emma’s patience dealing with her. She was empathetic despite Ruth’s
sharp tongue, but not to the point of being a doormat.
There’s a lot at play here with the “Englischer” who
murdered Emma’s parents on the run and still posing a threat and then an
accident that put their future together in peril. I loved how determined and steadfast
Emma was. She dealt with so much, but she tried to stay positive. Sam went
through a lot as well and like any normal person, didn’t deal with it well at
times, but that was more because he didn’t want to be a burden.
I haven’t read many Amish romances, but I’ve enjoyed the
ones I’ve read so far. I like the inspirational
outlook presented in Strength in the Storm. With so much negativity out
there it’s nice to read about characters, like Emma and Sam, who try to look
for good wherever they can find it and persevere through adversity. I was rooting
for their well deserved HEA.
4.5 Stars
Book Description:
In this touching Amish romance, a brokenhearted woman and a steadfast man discover that the safest place to weather tragedy is in each other's arms.
After the murder of both her parents, Emma Hochstedler returns to the small community of Johns Mill, hoping to resume her quiet existence. Reclaiming her place proves harder than expected--especially now that a movie is being made about her family's loss. But then, an old friend offers her a lifeline that gives her new purpose.
Amish builder Samuel Christner is the biggest--and the strongest--man in town. In fact, the gentle giant has only one weakness--Emma. Even though she broke his heart, he won't let his childhood sweetheart face her troubles alone. He hires Emma as a nurse for his elderly aunt...and finds himself falling for her all over again.
But while romance blooms, storm clouds gather. And when darkness falls, it will take all Sam's strength--and all their love--to see them through.
About the author:
Award-winning author Laurel
Blount writes captivating romances full of grit and grace—with
characters who’ll walk right off the page and into your heart. She lives on a
farm in Georgia with her husband, their four fabulous kids, and an assortment
of ridiculously spoiled animals. Learn more online at laurelblountbooks.com.
Super review
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DeleteThere seems to be a lot of tragedy happening here. I haven't read an Amish romance either but it sounds like a good book.
ReplyDeleteI know, right? The news is hardly ever good.
DeleteI haven't read many Amish romances either, but I've liked the few I've tried. And I agree, it's nice to read something positive and inspirational, especially right now. :)
ReplyDeleteYes! I really enjoyed the unplug from negativity! :)
DeleteYour opening paragraph made me think of the school house shooting. *chills* Sounds like a really emotional story.
ReplyDeleteIt was. I would like to go back to the first book since the tragedy happened in that one. I'm hoping we get a book for the sister who witnessed the shooting, too. She seems so shaken!
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ReplyDeleteWonderful review Rachel. It was an emotional story, but with hope and love. Even Aunt Ruth started to show some positive changes. My first Laurel Blount book, but it won't be my last.
ReplyDeleteMy mother used to love Amish romances.
ReplyDeleteI don't think that I have read any Amish romances but this one sounds lovely.
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