Author Laura V. Hilton has become one of my favorite Amish fiction authors. Her stories never disappoint me. I am always drawn into each one, savoring each page and waiting on pins and needles to see what happens next. Her characters are real, so real that I often forget the stories are fiction.

The Bird House took us on a journey that starred Greta Miller and Josh Yoder. Readers can relate to both characters. How many of us have tried to run from God and our problems? How many of us have experienced rejection from family members?

This author wrote about real life worldly happenings. There are bad people out there. Sadly, like Greta, many get roped into the evil world before knowing what is happening to them. Kindness turns into meanness and nastiness. I applaud Laura V. Hilton for making us aware that the world isn’t always a safe place.

Sometimes after being hurt, we have to learn to trust again. During our darkest days when we think God has left us, it is always good to know, He was with us all the time. All we ever need to do is cry out to Him.

This was an emotional read for me. Tears were easily on the surface. I have made peace with some issues in my life. Thank you Laura V. Hilton for not only another great book but also for the message you bring out in this story. I hope everyone will get a chance to read, The Bird House. ( )