The Bishop's Daughter

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JOHNS, PATRICIA
THE BISHOP'S DAUGHTER

In this poignant, beautifully written novel, a faithful Amish widow is reunited with her wayward first love...

As a bishop's daughter and good Amish mother, widowed Sadie Hochstetler teachers her young son that God blesses those who try their best to please Him. But her brief marriage taught her that life is infinitely more complicated than that. Older, and serious, her late husband seemed a sensible choice -- especially compared to Elijah Fisher, the spirited boy with whom she butted heads and hearts. Then Elijah abruptly left for the Englisher world, taking Sadie's beloved brother he along with him -- a double betrayal she still strives to forgive. Especially now that Elijah has returned.

Elijah plans to stay in the the Amish community only as long as he's needed, helpinghis family and working for Sadie's ailing father. The outside world has changed him, leading him to question rules and restrictions that others take on faith. Once, he'd been head over heels in love with the bishop's daughter -- a girl he was judged unworthy of courting. Nine years have changed so much between them. Yet something remains -- a spark that, for all their differences, might light the way home again.

My Review:

I had the privilege of reading my first Paticia Johns novel last week (a Love Inspired) and was really impressed by her storytelling style so when this book showed up at my public library I snatched it up and then settled down to devour it in one sitting -- it's that good.

This second chance love story is complex and layered and I loved the way the author explores issues of the Ordnung from multiple angles. Really made for a fascinating -- and emotional -- read.

Sadie has always felt the pressure of being the Bishop's daughter -- it has shaped her into the serious, sensible...dare I say straight-laced?...woman she is now. The exact opposite to Elijah's rebellious spirit. Their differences caused trouble in their youth and his sudden reappearance rocks Sadie's structured world. Sparks fly and toe-curls ensue! The kind of romance that takes a reader on a roller coaster ride straight through to the end.

A beautifully written, thought-provoking read.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

If you would like a chance to win a copy of The Bishop's Daughter, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it's easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday June 1 2019. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck!