I enjoyed this clean, Amish romance. I voluntarily chose to review this story and I've given it a 4.7* rating. Because of some of the issues, you might want to limit it to the 15 and older readers. This story has a lot of the feels in it and plenty of action to keep you turning the pages. It has a nice ending but left me wanting to know more. ( )

When Greta Goodloe is disengaged by her Amish Fiancé in the middle of the street...she is beyond tears. Luke, the local blacksmith witnesses what happens, and consoles Greta. Luke has seen Greta around, but he is new to the area of Celery Fields FL.
Luke thinks he would like a relationship with Greta's sister Lydia. He begins to think that this young woman, will be his sister-in-law, and may end up living with them?? He is really dreaming ahead!
Lydia does agree to go to a Sunday Night Singing with Luke, and now everyone thinks that the two of them will make a match? Greta's old boyfriend has begun flirting with another, even though she doesn't love Josef, she is hurt that he is already looking.
Luke does come with baggage, he has come from Ontario, and hasn't said what the problem is and why he left? Was a bit surprised by this turn of events, there is a bit of deceit going on.
I did finish this in one day, and is a fast and interesting read. If you enjoy good Amish stories, this one is for you!

I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Harlequin, and was not required to give a positive review. ( )

4 STARS

I had a smile for most of the book. So Yes I recommend this book.
Greta Goodloe live in the Amish town of Celery Fields. It is tough time durning the great depression. Greta is thinking that tomorrow her banns to Josep will be read in church. They have been dating for five years.
Josep is walking her home when he stops and says he can't marry her. Greta says if you want to wait another a year she guess it will be alright. Josep says never and walks away.
Greta realized he was serious and that it was right under the black smith's window. She goes into make sure Luke won't tell anyone what he over heard. Breaks down in front of him.
Luke asks her if he can give Greta and her sister Lydia a ride to church in the morning. Greta does not want his pity. Luke says he is interested in courting Lydia.
Greta thinks that will get some of the attention away from her and thinks that would be a good idea.
Lydia has other ideas. Lydia thinks that Luke would be better for Greta and asks him to pray on that. If he agrees he can come courting to thier house at night on the porch but while everyone will believe he is courting her he could take the time to get to know Greta and see if that would work.
Lydia noticed his attention to watch Greta and Lydia wants to be loved just not a good marrage.
Josep is starting to court someone else but he can't help still looking at Greta and wants to pick off where they ended.
I like how the Amish come together to help each other in times of need. But the bannished is a harsh thing to do. I don;t know if I could do that to ones I cared about.
I like the characters in the book. I love Greta laughter and how she brighten the place up and she loves to take care of others.
I would like to read more books by Anna Schmidt in the future. Especiallt Lydia's story.
I was given this ebook to read in exchange of honest review from Netgalley.
10/01/2012 PUB Harlequin Imprint Harlequin Love Inspired Historical 283 pages ( )