Due to the riveting nature of this book’s plot, I had to set it down frequently! Only because it had me at the edge of my seat, and at my age, I can’t take that anymore! 😉 Two heroines, one loves a man, the other is loved by him. The book is set in pre-revolutionary […]
Disclaimer: I don’t normally read Amish fiction. But, a while back, I discovered the writing of Kelly Irvin. I enjoy her books, not because they about the Amish, but they are well-written, and interesting. Irvin does not write about the Amish as if she wears rose-colored glasses. She brings it, warts and all. Also, she […]
When you want to read a piece of “Amish fiction”, you can’t go wrong by picking up a novel by Kelly Irvin. Swiftly gaining the pinnacle of this popular genre, Irvin consistently delivers an excellent, page-turning, can’t put it down read. Upon a Spring Breeze is no exception. How conflicted one would be if our […]
Susan here, with another review of the latest book from Kelly Irvin. She’s, in my opinion, the best writer of Amish fiction that I have come across. From her unusual plots, to her sensitive and realistic portrayals of the Amish life, Kelly Irvin hits many high notes with her plots, characters, and setting. This time […]
Four novellas together between two covers. I have to say that even though I am often leery of Amish fiction, this collection was a pleasant read. Four quite different tales, all by some of the better authors working in the genre (IMO). First novella: Involves lovelorn Amish girl drawing a scorned man out of his […]
Kelly Irvin is my favorite author in the Amish genre. She brings a needed touch of realism to her tales of Amish life. Not idolizing the Amish, as if they were more holy than mainstream Christians, she yet brings interesting tales off their unusual beliefs and lifestyle. In this offering, a young lady battles her […]
This book was definitely a surprise. Not written in the reverent tone of some Amish fiction, and the characters much more unpredictable. I even chuckled out loud at one point. If you are a fan of the Mitford series by the fabulous Jan Karon, you will find a comparable feel within this Amish fiction book. […]
