Maryann’s Hope

Maryann’s Hope

Maryann’s Hope

 

About the Book Maryann’s Hope

 

Maryann’s Hope

 

Book: Maryann’s Hope

Author: Molly Jebber

Genre: Amish Historical Romance

Release Date: January 26, 2021

The pleasing warmth of fresh-baked maple cookies…the sweet, buttery flakiness of a raspberry jam pastry. In 1913 Ohio, the Amish Charm Bakery is beloved by locals and visiting Englischer alike. And its understanding community always provides help, healing–and new chances for love…even for a widow faced with an impossible choice between her head and her heart.

Secrets devastated Maryanne Harding’s marriage to an Englischer–and took away her untrustworthy husband. Now the young Amish widow has found contentment cooking up treats at the bakery, raising her little girl, and comforting her ailing mother. And when Andrew Wittmer asks her to marry him, Maryanne is over the moon with happiness that she and the kind furniture maker will put down roots in her hometown…

Until Andrew’s uncle becomes ill, and Andrew must permanently take over his store in a town hours away. Though she would go anywhere to be Andrew’s fraa, Maryanne can’t abandon her mother–or the family that depends on her so much. And when she discovers Andrew harbors secrets of his own, Maryanne’s hard-won trust is shaken. Now, can she risk difficult choices and take a leap of faith into the loving, joyful future she longs for most?

 

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My Thoughts on MaryAnn’s Hope

Maryanne has experienced the English world after she left her family and her faith for an English boy she loved. Or thought she loved. Together they had some good times and she has a sweet little daughter to show for it. But he died and he lied to her and devastated her. She’s not sure that she can trust again.

Little by little she falls in love with Andrew and feels she can trust him. But when his past comes to visit(literally) and she knew nothing about it she’s not sure she really knows him or can ever trust him again.

I’ve loved this Amish Charm Bakery series. The characters are fun and interwoven. It’s definitely a series you should read in order though so you know who all the supporting characters are as several have had their own books already.

Maryanne must decide if secrets kept because they have nothing to do with the present and are painful really are the same as secrets withheld because of guilt. Can she trust another man with her heart?

And then, of course, there is her mother who was hospitalized with mental health issues when she left the first time. Can she leave her again if her future husband requires her to move? Maybe she’s just meant to be single.

I loved the discussions on trust and secrets. I also loved going back to the bakery and getting to know another character better. I can’t wait to delve deeper into other girls once the next book comes out!

This is definitely a book I recommend as well as the whole series. A great read.

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received through Celebrate Lit. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations. 

 

About the Author of Maryann’s Hope

 

Maryann’s Hope

 

Molly Jebber is a best-selling & award-winning Amish Historical Romance author whose books have made the Publisher’s Weekly Best Ten List, media worldwide, and in USA Today. She’s a national speaker for Women’s Christian Connection, and keynote and guest lecturer for many groups on writing, publishing, & marketing. She loves God, family, friends she is grateful for her readers.

 

More from Molly

Hi Readers!

You are the reason I write. Your inspiration and encouragement on social media posts brighten my mood and on those hard days of writing, keeps me going. Thank you!

I’ve been fortunate to have a close family. I hear so often, you can choose your friends but not your family. Maryann in MARYANN’S HOPE loves her mother but finds her a challenge with her unpredictable moods. When she meets Andrew, they both must make difficult decisions throughout their courtship relating to family and seeking God’s will for their lives. Maryann’s toddler, Betsy, will make you laugh, as well as other children of her friends in the story. The bakery desserts will make your mouth water, and you’ll imagine the aroma of cinnamon, sugar, and warm bread.

The Amish Charm Bakery is where friends come to enjoy a break, share secrets, solve problems, and laugh and cry.

On a personal note, this year has been an exciting one for our family in spite of COVID-19. My daughter, Misty, is getting married, and we love our future son-in-law, Kevin. They are having a small wedding due to the virus, but it hasn’t dampened any of our enthusiasm for this special day. God has blessed all of us with making all the plans go smoothly, and they’ve enjoyed their marriage counseling with Pastor Roger.

Pastor Roger asked them to put their first name in the verses in Corinthians Chapter 13 of the Bible, as an example of how they should feel about each other. Such as Misty is patient, and Misty is kind. I thought about that in my marriage to Ed. He is all those wonderful things to me. But I need to be more patient! So I’m learning along with Misty and Kevin! LOL

I pray that MARYANN’S HOPE will bring you a fun escape into the small Amish town of Charm, Ohio during the period of 1913-1914!

 

Blog Stops for Maryann’s Hope

Library Lady’s Kid Lit, January 28

The Avid Reader, January 28

Encouraging Words from the Tea Queen, January 28

Bigreadersite, January 29

lalkesidelivingsite, January 29

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, January 30

Jeanette’s Thoughts, January 30

Texas Book-aholic, January 31

EmpowerMoms, January 31

Lighthouse Academy, February 1 (Guest Review from Marilyn Ridgway)

Artistic Nobody, February 1 (Guest Review from Joni Truex)

Inklings and notions, February 2

Reviewingbooksplusmore, February 2

Abba’s Prayer Warrior Princess, February 3

Sara Jane Jacobs, February 3

Older & Smarter?, February 4

For Him and My Family, February 4

deb’s Book Review, February 5

Britt Reads Fiction, February 5

Locks, Hooks and Books, February 6

Batya’s Bits, February 6

She Lives To Read, February 7

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, February 7

Ashley’s Bookshelf, February 7

Connie’s History Classroom, February 8

Simple Harvest Reads, February 8 (Guest Review from Donna Cline)

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, February 9

Pause for Tales, February 9

Splashes of Joy, February 10

Vicky Sluiter, February 10

 

Giveaway for Maryann’s Hope

 

Maryann’s Hope

 

To celebrate her tour, Molly is giving away the grand prize package of a $75 Amazon gift card and an Amish doll!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway!

Click the link below to enter.

https://promosimple.com/ps/1068a/maryann-s-hope-celebration-tour-giveaway

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12 Comments

  1. Kay Garrett

    Thank you for your review on “Maryann’s Hope” by Molly Jebber and for being part of the book tour.

    Fabulous sounding book which I know I will love just by who the author is. Love the cover.

  2. Rita Wray

    I liked the review. Sounds like a book I will enjoy.

  3. Deana

    I really enjoyed your review.

  4. Emma

    This sounds like an interesting story. Secrets seems to be a common theme lately.

    1. Erin S.

      Everyone seems to have them so it’s a good thing to work off of.

  5. Vivian Furbay

    Interesting story! Would enjoy reading this to see how it turns out.

    1. Erin S.

      You should definitely give it a go!

  6. Caryl Kane

    Wonderful review, Erin! Thank you for hosting.

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