I really liked this book.
I didn’t think I would ever like the “Amish books” that have been so popular the past few years. But then I read one, and then another, and I was really hooked. Now comes a new version, an Amish story combined with a mystery. What a great combination!
Chloe Humphrey leaves city life to move to the little town of Appleseed Creek, Ohio, to work in the computer department of a small college. On her way into town, Chloe meets Becky when she literally rescues her from the side of the road.
Becky guides her rescuer to the house Chloe rented sight unseen from the internet. The house turns out to be in terrible disrepair. Becky, an Amish girl, is experiencing a time of freedom in her life exploring the world called rumspringa. Although they have just met, she assumes Chloe will let her move in with her as a house mate. Fortunately, Becky has a handsome brother, Timothy, who is also a carpenter-and is willing to do some repairs to the home, if this is where his sister will be living.
Becky and Timothy introduce Chloe to their Amish world and family. Chloe finds their world both fascinating, as well as, puzzling. Becky also causes a car accident that results in a death. But all is not as it seems, and Chloe is suspicious about this “accident,” and attempts to find the truth. She does this while trying to fit in at a new job that has its share of complications and difficult people to work with-all the while attempting to adjust to small town life.
I loved this story and would highly recommend it, although I felt the end was a bit of a cliff hanger. This story was a real page turner, and was hard to put down. I would give it five stars, and look forward to reading more in the series.
The author has provided me with a copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own, and I have not been compensated in any other manner. Despite my receiving the book free, it has not influenced my judgment, and I have given an honest opinion.
The Author’s Web Site: http://www.amandaflower.com
