Founded by five unmarried and enterprising Amish maidels, the new Morning Star Marketplace in small-town Missouri is preparing for a joyous Christmas season. But will the holiday also bring unexpected tidings of love?
Twin sisters Molly and Marietta Helfing are eagerly anticipating Christmas, with Marietta fully recovered from cancer and their noodle making business thriving. But Molly clearly misses having former tenant Pete Shetler and his rambunctious dog, Riley, around. Marietta can’t ignore Molly’s feelings for Pete—or the anxiety it stirs within her. Convinced her illness has made her unmarriageable, Marietta wonders what kind of life she’ll have if her sister marries—despite Molly’s promise to never leave her behind. . .
Then a fire destroys the home of Amish neighbors and Molly and Marietta graciously make room for widower Glenn Detweiler, his dat, and his two young boys. When Pete returns to help the family rebuild, Molly relishes her reunion with the handsome carpenter, while Marietta delights in mothering Glenn’s boys—and is surprised by her poignant bond with their quiet, brooding father. Soon everyone is wondering if this season will bring the blessing of a merry double wedding to Morning Star . . .
My thoughts:
I loved returning to
Morning Star and catching up with the residents of this community, especially
the maidels who will capture your heart.
They are five friends going through ups and downs, offering encouragement
to each other as they face whatever challenges life gives them. This novel focuses on twin sisters, Molly and
Marietta Hefling the owners and operators of a successful noodle making business.
There is so much to celebrate, Christmas is almost upon them, Marrietta is
fully recovered from cancer, but there is a bit of sadness as Marietta misses
their former tenant, Pete Shetler.
There is so much to love
about this book, seeing the growth and maturity of some of my favorites that I’ve
grown fond of, seeing the faith, love and friendship continue. This book is emotional, sweet and a wonderful
addition to the series.
Charlotte Hubbard has
once again crafted memorable characters, an amazing storyline and a warm,
loving community and I’m excited to see what she has in store for her readers
in future books,
I voluntarily reviewed
a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
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