Casey reviewed on 4/5/2012 + 154 more book reviews

A sweet, unlikely romance between an Amish man and a worldly English woman, these two people have struggles aplenty in their lives. Told in a gentle, soothing style the novel tells the story of an unlikely romance that just might turn into a very good possibility.

I was actually surprised to find I wasnt *as* enamored with this novel as I have by previous titles. The plot lagged a bit for me and since the book was basically about Michael and Amelia with very minor subplots, I wasnt as driven to bury myself in the story.
But I will say I got started on Amish fiction with titles The Shunning and its sequels, so to spot names I recognized in Hickory Hollow was like coming home just a bit. I smiled and loved catching up with that these famous characters have been up too. Perhaps they will be spotted more in coming novels for this series?

I liked that Amelia was a fiddler and Michael an older Amish young man who still hadnt joined the church, both struggling to find their way. Its a different spin on the usual Amish plot line.

While it wasnt my personal favorite, I really dont have a doubt that readers will fall in love with these two main characters. They are certainly endearing.

This review is my honest opinion. Thanks to the publishers through CFBA for my copy to review.

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