This is a little different than most Amish stories. I have read other books by this author and usually enjoy them.

I knew there were different types of Amish and Mennonites and I knew that different areas can have different rules. I didn't realize that some allowed cell phones, and I didn't realize that some Amish were allowed cars. (Around here, it seems that most use the horse & buggy or hire a driver.) I also didn't realize how much each type wanted their children to stay within that type.

I could empathize with Anna wanting to start someplace new. I liked learning with her about some of the places.

I had stopped reading this partway through and when I picked it up again the next day or so and came across Eliza's chapter, I didn't remember that Eliza was Anna's grandmother. It didn't take me long to figure it out again, but there were a few pages where I was wondering why I'd forgotten the character.

I was torn between Mart and Gabe. Both seemed like nice men--and I think Anna could have been happy with either one. ( )

If you like Amish romances, especially ones with a twist, then this tale is one you’ll enjoy. It is set mostly in present day, with flashbacks to an earlier time. Wanting a change in her life, Anna takes a job as a guide for tourists in a town a couple of hours away from her parent’s home. Coincidentally, her grandmother, now suffering from dementia, also spent a summer in that same town. The story is an interesting one, and the characters, both past and present, are equally entertaining. How it all comes together makes for some delightful reading. ( )

First, I received an ARC e-book to read and review through Netgalley and Bethany House Publishing in exchange for my honest review. Thank you.
I have read several books by Beverly Lewis and have enjoyed them all. This book is no exception but, that said, it is not my favorite. The story was pretty easy to follow. It mostly kept my interest but I did find some of it less compelling than the rest. I did have one problem, for me, about the book. It was that the main character was encouraged to lean on her feelings when making a major decision. Since this is a Christian book, I had a hard time with that when the Bible clearly states that the heart is deceitful and desperately wicked. We are also told in the Bible to lean not unto our own understanding but to trust in the Lord. That aside, it was a good, clean book.
The editing needs to be refined. There were a few, not many errors mostly with punctuation or the order of the words in a sentence. There were about 2 places that I had to re-read the sentence a couple of times to understand What was being said.
Overall, I give this a 3 out of 5 rating. I would recommend this to a friend. ( )

As usual, Beverly Lewis tells a wonderful story of romance among the Plain people. She has Old Order, Beachy Amish, and Mennonite all in the same story, so you see some of the differences, but mostly the similarities. At first, I thought she was trying to sell us on visiting Amish country, but it was an important part of the story. I'm sold and have this on my bucket list. ( )

The Stone Wall is a sweet, charming story!

As per Beverly Lewis’ signature style, kindness radiates from each of her well-written characters. In The Stone Wall, Anna Beachy seeks the positive in everything. She continuously turns to God in prayer, putting all her trust in His will. Anna isn’t impulsive and discerns her actions carefully. She’s a sweet character!

I happily recommend this book to anyone looking for a new story set in beautiful Lancaster County!

The Stone Wall is available now! Visit Baker Book House or Christian Book to purchase your copy!

I received a complimentary electronic copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers through NetGalley. A positive review was not required. Opinions expressed are completely my own. ( )