Friday, August 10, 2012

The Haven

GIVEAWAY!

FISHER, SUZANNE WOODS
THE HAVEN

On a warm spring day, Sadie Lapp returns home to her quiet, unassertive life in Stoney Ridge after spending the winter in Ohio.


Gideon Smucker, an awkward schoolteacher, has been in love with Sadie since childhood and eagerly awaits her return. But does Sadie feel the same about him?

Will Stoltz, a charming and impetuous college student, has been banished for a semester and sent to babysit endangered peregrine falcons nesting at the Lapp farm. He'd rather be anywhere else . . . until he befriends Sadie.

As the hopes and ambitions of these three young people converge, life in Stoney Ridge may never be the same.

Once again, bestselling author Suzanne Woods Fisher intrigues and delights with a story that explores the bonds of friendship, family, and true love in this captivating series.

My Review:

I've been anxiously awaiting the second book in the Stoney Ridge Seasons series and The Haven did not disappoint. Fisher has created such a set of beloved characters that it broke my heart when I finished the first book, The Keeper. Thankfully The Haven takes up right where The Keeper left off -- give or take a few months!

Windmill Farm has become like a home away from home to me. I might just covet it and the people who live there a wee bit more than I should! I just love a book that gives me a feeling of belonging. I felt like I was attending a family reunion the second I turned to the first page as I quickly became reacquainted with Fisher's characters.

I adore the Lapp family -- especially young Mary-Kate who just loves stealing every scene she's in. I have a great big grin on my face just thinking about that girl! But not to get side-tracked -- this is M.K.'s older sister's story. A wonderful coming of age tale featuring shy Sadie Lapp who just happens to be full of surprises. She even manages to shock Mary-Kate speechless a time or two!

Fisher's rich descriptions anchor every scene and provide the perfect backdrop that allows her characters to shine. Touching, funny, exasperating, exhilarating -- I ran a gamut of emotions as I immersed myself in this glorious read. It was over much too soon -- but that's all right. Mary-Kate's story is next in line and I can't wait to see how she grows up!

Note: While this is the second in a series, it reads well as a standalone too. But, beware, The Haven will whet your appetite for more and you'll find yourself scouring the shelves for a copy of The Keeper too.

Giveaway Opportunity:

If you would like an opportunity to win a copy of The Haven, please leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you post a comment and add your email address, please use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in the address to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email please remember to put the title in the subject line so that it's easy for me to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Sunday August 19 2012. Offer open to international readers. Good luck!



"Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc. Available at your favourite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group".

18 comments:

  1. Please enter me in the giveaway, I do love her books. Thank you .

    freda.mans[at]gmail.com

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  2. I have bought and read all of Suzanne Woods Fisher's books and passed them on to family and friends-all except for The Keeper which I didn't have to buy, but still haven't had a chance to read yet...would love to read them back to back! She is an awesome author and such a wonderful lady. I would love to win a copy of The Haven and thanks for the opportunity!

    dianalflowers[at]aol[dot]com

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  3. What a great review, Kav...now, if i don't win this, i'll have to make sure i find it someplace, and soon! Thanks for the chance to win.

    marianneDOTwanhamATgmailDOTcom

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  4. You're entered, Freda -- good luck!

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  5. Diana -- I just love Suzanne Woods Fisher. Have you listened in on her Simply Amish toginet radio show? I love the warmth in her interview style and that show has given me a lot of leads on some great books. It's one of the highlights of my week. Good luck on the draw! You're going to love this series!

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  6. Your welcome, Marianne. Good luck!

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  7. would love to read suzanne's latest novel...thanks for the chance, kav.

    karenk
    kmkuka at yahoo dot com

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  8. I love your description of your emotions as you read The Haven... makes me want to read it too! Please add me, Kav.
    worthy2bpraised at gmail dot com

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  9. I am so looking forward to reading, The Haven. I have read all of Suzanne's books and I am a huge fan of hers. I would be delighted to win a copy.

    Blessings!
    Judy
    sweetpea.judy(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  10. I can't wait to read this , I love all of Suzanne's Books. Please add me to your Giveaway, would love to win.
    Thanks for the Review.

    ingrids62448(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  11. Suzanne is indeed one of my favorite authors of Amish stories. Thank you for this giveaway and the chance to win a delightful read.

    Blessed by Grace,
    Barb Shelton
    barbjan10 at tx dot rr dot com

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  12. I love Amish books. This one will be one I definitely want to read. Thanks!
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

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  13. I love Amish Wisdom, Kav! Suzanne is a natural for radio...love her voice and as you have said--her warmth! She comments on my FB stuff all of the time, and that means alot to me, knowing what a busy lady she is. But that is just the kind of person she is!

    dianalflowers[at]aol[dot]com

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  14. This is another book on my wish list so thank you for the opportunity of entering me! I enjoy reading Amish fiction.

    Blessings,
    Jo
    azladijo(at)aol(dot)com

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  15. I'm not on FB, Diana -- one thing I've avoided for awhile but I always hear about exciting things I'm missing out on so I might have to rethink that. :-)

    Good luck everyone!

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  16. You're missing out on alot of GOOD book stuff, KAV! The authors post their great book deals, or new covers and upcoming books...the best part of FB!

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  17. I'v seen this one on amazon and it sounds really good. Suzanne is a talented author! Thanks for the drawing.
    avonmathews(at)yahoo(dot)com

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