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by Cindy Woodsmall (Author)
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In this debut inspirational novel, Woodsmall takes readers inside a contemporary Amish family where the eldest daughter, Hannah, has fallen in love with her neighbor Paul. The trouble is that he's a Mennonite, and if those two faiths look similar to outsiders, they don't to Hannah's father, who would never permit his daughter to marry outside the Amish community. Yes, this is a familiar setup, with shades of the movie Witness. But the star-crossed romance is only the backdrop to the central events of the novel: in the very first chapter, Hannah experiences a trauma, setting in motion a chain of events that sometimes seems incredible. Woodsmall's prose is undistinguished; she too often flatly describes emotions ("Disappointment and anger formed a knot in Luke's chest"), and the Pennsylvania Dutch sprinkled throughout the book can be distracting. Still, this novel shows potential. Most of the characters are likable, and Woodsmall depicts both the appeal and the potential myopia of secluded Amish life. An emotionally subtle subplot involving Hannah's younger sister's envy adds some depth. Better yet, the surprising conclusion sets Woodsmall up for a sequel—but she'll need some fine-tuning if she wants a truly lasting series. (Sept. 19)
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Woodsmall's Amish heroine is naive Hannah Lapp, who, as the novel begins, accepts the marriage proposal of her childhood friend, Paul Waddell. But Paul is a Mennonite--and, almost worse, a college man. He embraces such corrupt modernisms as gasoline engines and the Internet. To outsiders, the differences between Amish and Mennonites may seem subtle, but that's not the case for Hannah's Old Order father, and all hell breaks loose. Woodsmall's first novel, which will more than likely beget a series, seems a worthy successor--or companion--to Beverly Lewis' popular stories of the Pennsylvania Amish.

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3.0 out of 5 stars A sad story, with a pinch of hope., Aug 11 2009
I picked up this book at random and read it, not knowing anything at all about the story. I was quickly thrown into the sadness and secrecy of 'the unmentionable', and the ruin of a young Amish life.

It was touching, believable and I can see why some might like it with the hope it portays, but I found it drawn-out and the downward spiraling made me just wish for the ending.

I'm in no rush to read the next book in the series.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful! Captivating!, April 28 2009
By Callista (Toronto, Canada) - See all my reviews
What a great book! I don't want to give it away, but the last few chapters I sat and cried so hard I felt as though I was going through the heartbreak myself. She really made you feel as though you were right there feeling along with the characters. I almost forgot for a moment that these characters aren't real and I'm not really Amish. :) Great read! I've started the 2nd one already and can't wait to read more!
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5.0 out of 5 stars When the Heart Cries, Dec 11 2007
By Cherry Laxton "Cherry" (Ontario, Canada) - See all my reviews
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My heart cried during this read! I was riveted to this book. Very well written.The author wraps the lives of the characters around your own. Very compelling story. I have just started book # 2 in this series and can't wait to get wrapped up all over again.
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5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful
I love this book. I could not put it down. I turned every page with anticipation. I was not disappointed at all. I highly recommend this one. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Looking forward to her second book....
I really enjoyed this book. This author writes in a way that is not as predictable as many other authors are which kept me reading to find out what happens. Read more
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