Review: The Pretender by Wanda E Brunstetter

 

Blurb: 

A Woman Missing for Two Years Suddenly Returns Home

In book three of the Mifflin County Mystery series, Rosa Petersheim’s return creates more hurt and confusion in the Big Valley.

Two years since Rosa Petersheim mysteriously disappeared from her Amish home, there has been no word from her. Her family and friends have suffered in the silence, though they have tried to move on with life.
 
Then one day Rosa just as suddenly reappears at her parent’s home. . .with a husband in tow.
 
Rosa is ashamed of the choices she made that caused her to leave home. And now that she is back, her father is not welcoming and her siblings and friends want explanations that she can’t give.
 
Will Rosa’s family accept her and Anthony? Can the Big Valley ever be home again?

My Review: 

I have loved the first two books from A Mifflin County Mystery series from Wanda E Brunstetter. I was excited to have the opportunity to read the third installment, The Pretender. I do want to caution the reader that since this is a series, it would be a better experience if the books are read in order. I wanted to keep reading to find out more about Rosa and get the answers I had been wondering about her all throughout the series. I thought this was a definitely a book worth reading.

I am going to give The Pretender five stars. I highly recommend it for readers who love Amish fiction with a little mystery to dive into As always, I will be looking forward to more upcoming releases from Wanda E Brunstetter in the future. 

I received a paperback copy of Wanda E. Brunstetter's The Pretender from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

Review:The Peacemaker by Wanda E Brunstette

The Peacemaker by Wanda E. Brunstetter 

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blurb:

An Unresolved Mystery Holds an Amish Community in Limbo

In book two of A Mifflin County Mystery series, Rosa Petersheim’s disappearance continues to cause suspicion and pain to swirl in the Big Valley.

Ada’s best friend, Rosa, disappeared a year ago and still has not been found. In their grief and confusion, Ada and Rosa’s boyfriend, Ephraim, have grown very close. But some in the community feel Ephraim is responsible for Rosa’s disappearance. Now Rosa’s younger sister is making accusations against Ephraim that can’t be true, and he pulls away from Ada, feeling betrayed. A fire set by an arsonist might finally be the thing to reveal secrets that have long been dividing this community of friends and family. But will it be too late for love between the peacemaker and the suspect?



My Review:

The Peacemaker is the second installment from Wanda E Brunstetter's Mifflin County Mystery series. I thought it was a great follow up from the first book, The Protector. Since this is a series, it would be best for the reader to read the books in order. I once again was immersed in the mystery of what happened to Rosa and how it has affected all involved. I wanted to keep reading to see what else has happened. I thought it was a page turner.
The Peacemaker is no doubt a five star read for me. I believe fans of Amish fiction, as well as, clean cozy mysteries, will not want to miss out on reading it. I hope to get my hands on the next installment from Mifflin County Mystery series, The Pretender, to see where the suspense leads to next.
I received a paperback copy of Wanda E Brunstetter's The Peacemaker from the publisher, but was not required to write a review, nor a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

View all my reviews

Review: The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie's Biscuits: A Cozy Amish Mystery by Wanda E Brunstetter and Martha Bolton

The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie's Biscuits: A Cozy Amish Mystery

by 

Wanda E Brunstetter

Martha Bolton

Blurb: 

Why Are Baking Contestants Disappearing?

Mysteries have a way of following Fannie Miller, so when she makes it into the finals of the Tuscarawas County Baking Contest and contestants start disappearing, she calls on her old friend Foster Bates, a retired cop and part-time private investigator. Could it be that other finalists are somehow responsible for these disappearances, thinning out the competition? Like the couple on verge of divorce who need the prize money, or the three Beiler sisters, always in a huddle whispering. One thing is for certain—Foster and Fannie will stay on the case until the end, and everyone involved will have learned something important about baking contests, solving mysteries, and life.

New York Times Bestselling Author Wanda E. Brunstetter and Emmy-Nominated Author Martha Bolton have teamed up to deliver a delightful whodunit from Ohio’s Amish country.

My Review: 

I have always loved reading Wanda E Brunstetter's Amish books and was curious to find out that she had teamed up with new to me author, Martha Bolton, to write a mystery. I was excited to get my hands on The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie's Biscuits: A Cozy Amish Mystery and could not wait to dive in to see what it was all about. I thought it was a just the perfect mix of suspense and mystery that made me want to keep reading to find out how it would all end. I loved it.

I am going to give The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie's Biscuits: A Cozy Amish Mystery five stars. I believe fans of clean mysteries and Amish fiction will enjoy it as much as me. I would love for the writing duo Wanda E Brunstetter and Martha Bolton in the future. 

I received a paperback copy of Brunstetter and Bolton's The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie's Biscuits: A Cozy Amish Mystery from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion. 

Review: The Protector by Wanda E Brunstetter

 

The Protector by Wanda E. Brunstetter

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blurb: 

A Mysterious Disappearance Shakes an Amish Family’s Faith In book one of A Mifflin County Mystery series, Rosa Petersheim has disappeared from the Big Valley without a trace. Norman always considered himself his sister’s protector and can’t believe she would have left home of her own accord—so he must have failed her. He throws all he has into helping the authorities search for Rosa, while trying to support his parents and siblings who are struggling both mentally and physically. Salina Swarey loves Norman and hopes they are headed towards marriage, but his obsession with Rosa’s whereabouts is driving them apart. Can Norman find a place of peace and contentment if he never learns where Rosa is?  

My Review: 

I have always enjoyed reading Wanda E Brunstetter's books and was excited to get my hands on her newest release, The Protector. It starts off the Mifflin County Mystery series. I was instantly intrigued with this story. I wondered what could have happened with Rosa and seeing how concerned everyone involved. Her brother, Norman, is so obsessed with finding out what led to her disappearance that it affected his own life. I thought this was a great story to read that kept me engaged from start to finish.

I am giving The Protector five stars. I believe fans of Amish Fiction and mysteries will want to pick this one up. It is definitely worth a read and I look forward to seeing what will be uncovered with Rosa's disappearance and catching up with those of her community in the second installment of the Mifflin County Mystery series, The Peacemaker.

I received a paperback copy of Wanda E Brunstetter's The Protector from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

View all my reviews

Review: Letters of Wisdom by Wanda E Brunstetter

Letters of Wisdom by Wanda E. Brunstetter

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blurb: 

Friendship Letters Series — Doretta Schwartz has always enjoyed writing letters and feels her letters can be a bit of a ministry to her friends. In this series, exchanging letters that contain open and honest feelings and struggles helps Doretta and two of her best friends through the darkest challenges of their lives.  Letters and Prayers Between Friends Become a Balm for Healing   Irma Miller thought having a family of her own would bring her joy and a sense of accomplishment, but she struggles with memories of the abuse she suffered as a child at the hand of her stepfather. When she becomes physically and emotionally abusive to her own children, she reaches out to her friend Doretta for prayer and wisdom. But Irma may find herself at an even darker emotional place before she will admit she needs professional help to heal the past traumas. Will Doretta’s letters of wisdom help Irma and her family, or will too much be broken to ever be repaired?   Find out in the third book of The Friendship Letters series by New York Times Bestselling Author Wanda E. Brunstetter.  

My Review: 

Letters of Wisdom is the third installment from the Friendship Letters series by Wanda E Brunstetter. I believe this one is my favorite I have read in this series. It is one of faith and inspiration. The characters and what they have been through is realistic and relatable for many readers. The story played on my emotions at times. A beautiful story of the power of forgiveness and overcoming pain and heartache of the past. I loved it.
I will be giving Letters of Wisdom five stars. I highly recommend it for readers who love to read clean Amish Fiction. As always, I will be looking for more releases from this author in the future.
I received a paperback copy of Wanda E Brunstetter's Letters of Wisdom from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

View all my reviews

Review: Wanda E Brunstetter's Amish Friends No Waste Cookbook

Wanda E. Brunstetter's Amish Friends No Waste Cookbook:

More Than 270 Recipes Help Stretch a Food Budget

by Wanda E. Brunstetter

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blurb: 

When times are hard, the family budget gets tighter.
Do you struggle with feeding your family as the cost of everything rises? This cookbook is designed to help.
 
New, from New York Times bestselling author of Amish fiction, Wanda E. Brunstetter, is a valuable cookbook for when times are hard and costs are on the rise. Amish and Mennonite cooks offer recipes and advice for saving money, stretching a meal, and eliminating waste in the kitchen. Over 270 recipes are divided into traditional categories from main dishes and sides to desserts and snacks. Encased in a lay-flat binding and presented in full color, home cooks of all ages will find this cookbook to be a wonderful addition to their collections.

My Review: 

With the prices of everything going up, Wanda E. Brunstetter's Amish Friends No Waste Cookbook: More Than 270 Recipes Help Stretch a Food Budget, is a perfect addition for everyone’s kitchen. Recipes included are: beverages, breakfast, breads, salads, side dishes, main dishes, desserts, snacks, candies, canning, curing and more. The kids and I have already tried the Cozy Hot Chocolate and it was delicious and so easy to make. There so many other recipes we want to try but too many to list. This recipe book will definitely be kept in a convenient location in the kitchen.

I am giving Wanda E. Brunstetter's Amish Friends No Waste Cookbook: More Than 270 Recipes Help Stretch a Food Budget five stars. I highly recommend it for everyone, especially for those who are looking for quick and easy recipes.

I received a sample digital copy of Wanda E. Brunstetter's Amish Friends No Waste Cookbook: More Than 270 Recipes Help Stretch a Food Budget from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.


View all my reviews

Review: The Apple Creek Announcement by Wanda E. Brunstetter

The Apple Creek Announcement by Wanda E. Brunstetter 

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blurb: 

Welcome to Apple Creek, Ohio, where a piano teacher has a fascination with painting the rural Amish landscapes around her home.
 
Andrea Wagner has made it to her thirties feeling like she has had a charmed life and finally has fallen in love with Brandon Prentice, a local veterinarian. But then she discovers she was adopted—and all she thought she knew about herself has crumbled. Andrea becomes so fixated on finding her birth mother that she pushes Brandon away.
 
A friend suggests Andrea write to the “Dear Caroline” column in the newspaper for romance advice, and she finds herself revealing her issues with being adopted in the letter. “Dear Caroline” receives the letter but struggles to find the right advice given her own conflicted past.
 
What will Andrea lose before she finds herself again?

My Review: 

I have been a huge Wanda E Brunstetter fan for years and can never get tired of her stories. Her latest, The Apple Creek Announcement, is no different. This third installment from Creektown Discoveries series is by far my favorite of the series. I enjoyed reading Andrea’s story and had to keep reading to see what she learns about herself. I thought it was a wonderful read.

The Apple Creek Announcement will be getting a very well deserved five plus stars from me. I highly recommend it for readers who enjoy clean Amish Fiction, as well as, Romantic Suspense. As always, I will be looking forward to where else Wanda E Brunstetter will be taking her readers to next.

I received a copy of The Apple Creek Announcement from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.


View all my reviews