In Shelley Shepard Gray’s third book in her Charmed Amish Life series, a respectable young woman finds herself falling for an Amish man from the wrong side of the tracks.
Amelia Kinsinger is the perfect Amish woman—at least according to her neighbors. And while Amelia takes pride in her role as homemaker, she’s also harboring a secret: She’s been in love with bad boy Simon Hochstetler for as long as she can remember. Too bad he’s about as far from “perfect” as an Amish man could get… but that’s exactly why she’s so drawn to him.
Life hasn’t been kind to Simon. He ran away from an abusive home at fifteen and things went downhill from there. Eventually, Simon landed in prison. But the experience changed him. Now back in Charm as a grown man, he’s determined to make a new life for himself and not think too much about his wild past…unless it pertains to Amelia.
He’s loved Amelia for years. To him, she represents everything good and kind in the world. When he realizes that she returns his affections, he starts calling on her in secret, even though her older brother Lukas—who just happens to be Simon’s best friend—has made it perfectly clear that Amelia deserves better. Simon disagrees and believes he’s the only one who can truly make her happy.
But when Amelia gets hurt, it sets off a chain of events that forces them to consider their future together—and face their past mistakes. There’s a chance for love… but only if Simon dares to trust Amelia with the secrets of his past.
Author Info
Shelley Shepard Gray is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, a finalist for the American Christian Fiction Writers prestigious Carol Award, and a two-time HOLT Medallion winner. She lives in southern Ohio, where she writes full-time, bakes too much, and can often be found walking her dachshunds on her town’s bike trail.
Reviews
Praise for The Promise of Palm Grove: “Shelley is one of my favorites. An engaging, heartfelt story with characters who are easy to love. Sweet, heartwarming and wonderful. I savored every word.”-New York Times bestselling author Jillian Hart — Jillian Hart, New York Times bestselling author
Shelley Shepherd Gray has written a charming story that is sure to please fans of Amish fiction. A delightful start to a new series! — Kathleen Fuller, New York Times bestselling author of A Man of His Word
Vibrant descriptions and details bring the plot to life in this heartwarming tale of new beginnings and renewal. — Romantic Times BOOKclub, 4 1/2 stars
This contemporary Amish series-starter has something for everyone, including well-thought-out characters who hold their feelings close to protect their hearts. Gray writes about Amish life with charm and respect; she gives readers a glimpse into the simple way of life the Amish have embraced for generations. — Romantic Times BOOKclub, 4 stars, praise for HOPEFUL
The perfect way to spend the afternoon. You will laugh, maybe shed some tears, be swept up in a growing romance, but most of all you will be fascinated with one very sweet Amish girl. — Fresh Fiction, praise for A WISH ON GARDENIA STREET
The final book of the Return to Sugarcreek series has romance and secrets with sweet, lovable characters who will do what they must for their family...Gray’s books are a treat to read; her research on the Amish is incredible. She gives the culture the respect it deserves. — Romantic Times BOOKclub, 4 stars
The beloved author of numerous Amish novels offers a sweet Christmas romance that has been written with exquisite skill. Readers of Amy Clipston, Marta Perry, and Beth Wiseman will certainly get caught up in the excitement of this story. — Library Journal
Shelley Shepard Gray brings readers into the Amish world with style and grace. — Romantic Times BOOKclub - 4 stars
Shelley is one of my favorites. An engaging, heartfelt story with characters who are easy to love. Sweet, heartwarming and wonderful. I savored every word. — New York Times bestselling author Jillian Hart
Praise for: Hopeful: “A beautiful story of faith, hope, and second chances. Her characters are so real that they feel like old friends. Once you open the book, you won’t put it down until you’ve reached the last page.” — Amy Clipston, bestselling author of the Kauffman Amish Bakery Series Amy Clipston, bestselling author of the Kauffman Amish Bakery Series Amy Clipston, bestselling author of the Kauffman Amish Bakery Series
Praise for: Hopeful “A beautiful story of faith, hope, and second chances. Her characters are so real that they feel like old friends. Once you open the book, you won’t put it down until you’ve reached the last page.” — Amy Clipston, bestselling author of the Kauffman Amish Bakery Series Amy Clipston, bestselling author of the Kauffman Amish Bakery Series Amy Clipston, bestselling author of the Kauffman Amish Bakery Series
Praise for The Promise of Palm Grove: “Shelley is one of my favorites. An engaging, heartfelt story with characters who are easy to love. Sweet, heartwarming and wonderful. I savored every word.” — New York Times bestselling author Jillian Hart
