- Retail Price: 13.99
- Release Date: March 2009
- Page Count: 300
- Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/2
- Binding: Trade
- ISBN: 978-0-7369-2732-1
- Case Lot Quantity: 36
A Widow's Hope
A bright new voice shares a tender love story set in the rolling green fields of Ohio Amish country.
After the death of her husband, Hannah Brown is determined to make a new life with her sister’s family. But when she sells her farm in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and moves with her sheep to Ohio, the wool unexpectedly starts to fly. Her deacon brother–in–law finds just about everything about Hannah vexing. When his widower brother shows interest in the young and beautiful widow, the deacon turns to prayer for guidance.
Hannah thought she could never love again, until she meets the strong, gentle farmer. Unfortunately, Seth Miller’s only interest is in Hannah’s sheep. He is content in his bachelor state and slow to recognize his daughter’s need for a new mother. Yet God offers Seth the perfect solution to their problems if he could only open his heart again...and love.
Editorial Reviews
“This is a gentle tale of renewed hope that puts readers in the middle of Amish life, and genre fans will certainly love it.”
—Publishers Weekly
“The story, though gentle, is powerful and inspirational with belief in God and the teachings of the Bible…This book is exceptionally well written and its informative text enhances the storyline.”
—The Gazette
—Stephanie Rollins for ReviewYourBook.com
“It is with quite a splash that Mary Ellis has plunged into the pool of Amish fiction. Her style and plot are fresh and engaging which will no doubt quickly earn her a loyal following amongst readers, like myself, who love to escape into the simple Amish way of life.”
—TitleTrakk.com
“I'll say it here that when the next book in the series comes out, you'll find me hoping for a rainy afternoon on the sofa.”
—StoryCircleBookReviews.org
“If you enjoy reading books about the Amish this one you will love. The author is talented…”
—The Midwest Book Review
“A Widow's Hope is a sweet, heart-warming story that is a beautiful picture of God's love and mercy.”
—Life In Review
“A Widow’s Hope by Mary Ellis was hard to put down once I started it! ...It was very intriguing.”
—Five Star Reviewed Books
“I give this book a five-star rating and high recommendations. I am looking forward to reading and reviewing book two in this series, Never Far From Home. If you like Amish and you love God, grab a copy of this book by a wonderfully talented author and experience a lightening of the heart through this simple easy read of Amish life.”
—BuukLvr81.blogspot.com
Reader Reviews
“Wonderful book! I could not put it down! I am anxiously waiting for the next book. I am now an ‘Amish reader’ thanks to Mary! Good work!”
—Linda Rogers
“Wow, this book is amazing. What a heart-warming story about a widow with no children finding love again. I hope there is a continuance of this story.”
—Karen Husman
“I sincerely enjoyed this Amish love story; I couldn’t put it down and read it in three days. Mary Ellis presented the Amish ways accurately. I only had wished it continued.”
—Blanche Robb
“This book was so good that it makes you want to read the next book right now. It is hard to wait for January for Book Two. If you enjoy the Amish books of other authors please read A Widow's Hope by Mary Ellis. Reading it was almost like being there with them. I have Amish all around me and I find them fascinating. Thank you Ma for writing about them.”
—Maxine
“I haven't finished the book yet but I already can't put it down, and am excited about the idea of it being a series. I can't wait to find out when the next book comes out.”
—Wendy
“Thank you so much for this wonderful book. I found myself smiling and crying at the same time. Putting the book down was not an option. This is a well written book. I just love the characters and look forward to reading their next life's adventures. I want to add that I have always found the lifestyle of the Amish interesting and enjoyed reading about their customs. Thanks for a great read!”
—Sherril Rundle
“We are surrounded by Amish neighbors and several of them have already read my copy of Mary Ellis' book A Widow's Hope. The Amish reviews are in...without exception, they all love the book and are looking forward to the next in the series. Great writing Mary!”
—Carol Lee
“I just finished reading A Widow's Hope, and I can hardly wait for the next novel in the Miller Family series. Mary Ellis's addition of Hannah's sheep and the absence of the predictable buggy accident made her first work of Amish fiction quite enjoyable because it was not only new but different. As an Englisher who wishes for the simple life of the Amish, Ellis's novel took me to that place as I became a part of the joys and sorrows of the Miller family.”
—Karen Shelton Smith
“I read this book to my elderly neighbor this summer. We found it to be very engaging. It is well written and very amusing at times. We learned a lot about Amish ways and are eagerly awaiting the next book.”
—Karen Roth
Endorsements
“I felt the story was superb. I fell in love with Hannah's story from the first page. You feel for her situation, lost love, and no real hope of having a child of her own. It was a very pleasant page-turner. It was one of those stories you can't put down, and don't want to end. You feel a great loss when it's over and want to return to it. Mary's writing flows so well and I enjoyed learning all the words that the Amish use in everyday life. I enjoyed A Widow's Hope very much and anxiously await Mary's next book.”
—Marie Lawrie
“From start to finish, A Widow's Hope definitely holds the reader's interest. Mary Ellis provides us an insight into, not only the beliefs and traditions of the Amish population, but she also gives us a glimpse into the feelings and emotions of the Amish. How well-written! Thanks, Mary, for sharing the Miller family with us.”
—Margaret King
