Monday, January 22, 2018

A Courtship on Huckleberry Hill by Jennifer Beckstrand


About the Book



Title: A Courtship on Huckleberry Hill  
Author: Jennifer Beckstrand  
Genre: Christian Amish Fiction  
Release Date: December 26, 2017 

Elsie Helmuth’s plain-spoken ways got her in trouble once before, so she needs to make a good impression at her new teaching job. But she’s not about to let disabled student Wally Sensenig work below his potential. And she definitely won’t put up with his hot-headed older brother sabotaging her efforts, no matter how handsome he is. . . Sam is nearly at the end of his rope caring for his ailing, widowed mother, working their farm, and raising his siblings. He’ll admit Elsie’s ideas are bringing Wally out of his angry shell—but why does she have to be as stubborn as she is pretty? Yet as it turns out, Elsie has taught Sam something about himself as well. And he’ll do whatever it takes to make up for his mistakes—and win her heart forever.



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My Review

Elsie was one of the most well thought out, surprising, and spunky Amish characters I've ever had the privilege of getting to know. Ms. Beckstrand takes Amish fiction to new heights while still maintaining a sweet and simple romance that blossoms in the midst. The book brought back fond memories for me of some of my favorite teachers who went the extra mile to make learning fun for everyone, and truly wanted to help me as an individual, and celebrate my individual strengths. Elsie was a strong, spunky, and truly determined and compassionate character. Sam was also compassionate, in over his head, and wanting to fix things which is frustrating when it's impossible. The story surrounding Wally was so endearing about helping people reach their true potential regardless of their weaknesses or circumstances, and how tough love can go a long way to help them reach that goal. I truly enjoyed Elsie's Mammi, eccentric in her own right, and the ever-determined matchmaker. I found myself laughing, sighing in happiness, and tearing up at this emotion-packed, full of heart, and not too typical Amish fiction. Get your copy today and take a new kind of Amish adventure while not losing the charm we all love Amish fiction so much for!  

I received a complimentary copy of this book, and all opinions given are my own. 





About the Author



Jennifer Beckstrand is the RITA-nominated, award-winning Amish romance author of The Matchmakers of Huckleberry Hillseries and The Honeybee Sisters series for Kensington Books. Her much-anticipated Amish series, The Honeybee Sisters, has created a lot of romantic buzz. Sweet as Honey received a starred review from Publisher’s Weekly and Sweet as Honey and A Bee in her Bonnet were both awarded Top Picks from RT Book Reviews. Jennifer has always been drawn to the strong faith and the enduring family ties of the Plain people and loves writing about the antics of Anna and Felty Helmuth and the Honeybee sisters’aendi Bitsy. Jennifer has a degree in mathematics and a passion for Jane Austen and Shakespeare. She and her husband have been married for thirty-three years, and she has six children and six adorable grandchildren, whom she spoils rotten.

Guest Post from Jennifer Beckstrand

I have a very special place in my heart for teachers. My dad was a high school math teacher. My mother taught second grade for over twenty years. My son-in-law taught choir in high school, and my daughter taught seventh-grade science. Another daughter taught American history labs at the university and still another daughter taught classes for a youth summer program. Elsie Stutzman is a dedicated teacher who was dismissed from her last teaching job in Ohio and is trying to make a fresh start and a good impression in Bonduel, Wisconsin. Unfortunately one of her students, Wally Sensenig, is making things difficult for her, and Wally’s hot-headed older brother seems determined to get her fired. But Elsie is a dedicated teacher, too stubborn to back down and too steadfast to give up on anybody. Elsie’s grandparents, Anna and Felty Helmuth, have other plans for her. They want her to fall in love with one of the local boys, but they’re finding it a little difficult to get the two young people together. Teachers have an immense impact on our lives. We all remember a favorite elementary school teacher who inspired a love of learning or a high school teacher who encouraged us to reach for greatness. One of my favorite teachers was Mrs. Zobell, who taught ninth grade English. I distinctly remember her reading “The Outsiders” out loud to our class. She had a way of making great books and great stories come to life, and she sparked a love of reading (and writing) that I will always be grateful for. The teacher who had the most impact on my life is my dad. He helped me through Calculus in high school and inspired me to major in math in college. I hope we will take the time this month to thank the teachers in our lives for all they do for us and all they do for our kids. Who was one of your favorite teachers and why?




Blog Stops

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Splashes of JoyJanuary 21
A Reader’s Brain, January 22
Mary Hake, January 22
SusanLovesBooks, January 23
Janices book reviewsJanuary 24
Carpe Diem, January 25
Quiet Quilter, January 26
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cherylbbookblog, January 27
Simple Harvest Reads, January 28 (Guest post from Mindy Houng)
Pursuing StacieJanuary 28
Vicky Sluiter, January 29
BigreadersiteJanuary 29





Giveaway



To celebrate her tour, Jennifer is giving away a $10 Amazon gift card to three winners!! https://promosimple.com/ps/c6cf
Click below to enter. Be sure to comment on this post before you enter to claim 9 extra entries!

6 comments:

  1. Katie, what a wonderful review. You totally made my day! I am so glad you liked Elsie. A good teacher can change lives. Thank you for having me on your blog today! Have a great day.

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  2. oh nice, a stubborn, determined and spunky pretty lady. what else could he want. I would love to read this story.
    quilting dash lady at Comcast dot net

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  3. Great review!Looking forward to reading this book.

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  4. I am currently reading this book and enjoying it.

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  5. Congrats on the tour and thanks so much for your review and giveaway as well.. Great post!

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  6. Teacher's do a lot for our Children. It takes a lot of love and patience to be a teacher. Enjoyed the review.

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