West Amana, Iowa, 1890
After Andrea Wilson receives the devastating news that her husband has been lost at sea, she returns home to Iowa with her young son, Lukas. But what she finds there causes more heartache: The family farm has burned and her father has died, leaving Andrea with nothing.
Andrea must rely on the kindness of the people from the nearby Amana village who invite her to stay with them for a time. She discovers much generosity and contentment among the Amanans--especially from the tinsmith, Dirk Knefler, who takes her son under his wing. But is the simple, cloistered life in Amana what Andrea wants for Lukas's future? Is she willing to give up the comforts and freedom of the outside world? And when yet another round of shocking news comes her way, will Andrea ever be able to find the serenity and hope that have eluded her for so long?
I really enjoyed this book. I have read other books by Judith Miller and I have enjoyed them all. I would recommend this book to others.
The characters were well-developed. They each had their own personal journey in learning to trust in God’s plan. All the characters in the story were well developed with most of them being very loveable except for one. I liked the way the author had the story told from the perspective and in the voice of the main characters with the name of the character at the beginning of a chapter.
The plot was interesting! It was full of surprises, some good, some bad, but all making the story better.
The characters were well-developed. They each had their own personal journey in learning to trust in God’s plan. All the characters in the story were well developed with most of them being very loveable except for one. I liked the way the author had the story told from the perspective and in the voice of the main characters with the name of the character at the beginning of a chapter.
The plot was interesting! It was full of surprises, some good, some bad, but all making the story better.
Themes covered in the book include growth in faith, overcoming fear, growth in love and friendship, and on the flip side, deception, and evil intent. The setting of the Amana colonies is an interesting and unique feature of this book, much different than Amish colonies.
Bethany House provided me with a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
About the Author
Judith Miller is an award-winning writer whose avid research and love for history are reflected in her bestselling novels. She is the author of the popular Daughters of Amana and Home to Amana series, which explore the closed communities of the Amana Colonies. Judy makes her home in Topeka, Kansas. Learn more at www.judithmccoymiller.com..
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