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    Plain Peace: A Daughters of the Promise Novel

    Written by Beth Wiseman

    Narrated by Renee Ertl

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    About this audiobook

    Anna loves the grandfather who raised her, but his strict adherence to the Ordnung is scaring away any boy who might be interested in her — except newcomer Jacob.

    In normal circumstances, Anna Byler would have her choice of any of the young men in her Amish community. But because of the strict rules enforced by her grandfather, the bishop, available suitors are afraid to court her. Then handsome Jacob Hostetler moves to Paradise and decides Anna is worth the challenge.

    Anna sees that the bishop's legalism is dividing the community and risking the lives of its members — but her grandfather doesn't. When she is forced to deception in order to pursue her dream of marriage and family with Jacob, Anna feels her own faith slipping. If only she could get her grandmother to help her stand up to the bishop. But Mammi is keeping secrets of her own.

    Anna wants to honor her grandparents, the two most important people in her life, but her heart is divided by the rules that guide their little Amish community and the growing love she has for Jacob.

    How can she be true to both?

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherOasis Audio
    Release dateNov 12, 2013
    ISBN9781621883029
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    Plain Peace: A Daughters of the Promise Novel
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    Beth Wiseman

    Bestselling and award-winning author Beth Wiseman has sold over two million books. She is the recipient of the coveted Holt Medallion, is a two-time Carol Award winner, and has won the Inspirational Reader's Choice Award three times. Her books have been on various bestseller lists, including CBA, ECPA, Christianbook, and Publishers Weekly. Beth and her husband are empty nesters enjoying country life in south-central Texas. Visit her online at BethWiseman.com; Facebook: @AuthorBethWiseman; Twitter: @BethWiseman; Instagram: @bethwisemanauthor

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    • 4/5
      This is a sweet romance complicated by family issues. Anna has been raised by her grandparents since the death of her parents. She loves her grandparents, but she is ready for a family of her own. Unfortunately for her, the young men of the community are afraid of her grandfather, who is the district's super strict bishop. That all changes with the arrival of a new family. Jacob and his family have moved to Paradise to escape the memories of the death of his older sister. Anna's sweetness is just what Jacob needs to bring some light back into his life. But a misunderstanding during their first outing causes the bishop to forbid any further contact between Jacob and Anna.Anna refuses to let her grandfather stand in her way any longer. She loves him, but she needs to have her own life. Though she knows it is wrong, she continues to see Jacob away from her grandfather's prying eyes. She feels guilty about it but doesn't know what else to do. She tries to get her grandmother, Marianne, to intercede, but that doesn't go so well either.I liked both Jacob and Anna. They are both good people who are dealing with complications in the best way that they can. The death of Jacob's sister has sent his father into a depression, leaving Jacob feeling responsible for his family. He wants to do the right thing in courting Anna, but the bishop's intransigence makes it difficult. I liked Jacob's patience as he tried to make things right with the bishop. Anna is sweet and kind, but also has the determination she needs to stand up for herself against her grandfather's strict rules. I liked their courtship, with its sunset train watching and stolen lunchtimes. They took the time to get to know each other and share their hopes, dreams, and pain. The culmination of their courtship came about in a rather surprising way.There were also three secondary stories intertwined throughout the book. First was the relationship between Anna's grandparents. Isaac is very strict in following the Amish rules. Marianne is more relaxed but doesn't stand up to him, even when she thinks he is unreasonable. Over the years she has found an unusual way to exert control over her life, one that she has kept secret from her husband. That secret gets a little out of hand, and it takes a health crisis on her part to bring her secret out in the open. I enjoyed his reaction and seeing Marianne use her new influence to help soften his outlook.The second was the story of Jacob's family, especially his parents, who are dealing with the death of their oldest daughter. Jacob's father has pretty much checked out of participation in the family. He gets up, does his farm work, and goes to bed. He doesn't interact with any of the family beyond the basics. His wife, Cora, gets more frustrated with him by the day. She slowly makes friends with Marianne and with the Englisch girl, Lucy. But there are things about Lucy that bring up ghosts from Cora's past, causing Cora to have to face her own pain. Unexpected news brings confrontation and finally healing to the family.The third was the story of Lucy, a young woman who is something of an outcast in the community. She made the mistake of having an affair with a married Amish man and gave birth to his son. The man died, and Lucy has been trying to put her life back together. Ashamed of her previous actions, she has resolved to be a better person. I liked seeing her make friends with Cora and Marianne and the effect their friendship had on her. I also liked seeing the family of her former lover reach out to her. I also ached for her and the deterioration of her relationship with her mother.Overall a good story of love, family, and forgiveness.
    • 4/5
      Anna Byler had never dated. For some reason none of the young Amish boys had never approached her and she felt inadequate. Jacob Hostetler was new in the community and Anna found herself drawn to him. When she overheard a few of the young men talking about her being unapproachable because of her strict grandfather, Bishop Byler, she was devastated. Was her grandfather really that strict? Hadn't he always had the best interests of the people in mind? Anna knew she had to do something to prove she was dateable so she asked Jacob out on a date and Anna was ecstatic when he agreed. But Anna hoped it would turn into more. She soon began to realize what others were saying. Her grandfather was all about strict rules and when she found out the magnitude of the secrets her grandmother was keeping from her grandfather she knew a change was needed. But what would it take for him to come to his senses? And would he ever agree to her seeing Jacob?Jacob Hostetler was new to the community. His family left their old home to get a fresh start after the death of his sister, Leah. His father had withdrawn from his role of taking care of the family and kept to himself because he felt responsible and Jacob prayed this move would heal the wounds of his family and give them a new life as a family. Meeting Anna Byler was the beginning of Jacob's healing. She was the most beautiful girl he had ever seen and he could share his worries, hopes and dreams with her. He knew he wanted a life with Anna but with Bishop Byler forbidding him to see her he wasn't sure if they could ever be together. Can they change her grandfather's mind? And will his family ever be what they once were?Plain Peace in the sixth book in the Daughters of the Promise series. While I haven't read all of the books in this series, I have read Plain Proposal and I can say, from my experience, the books only get better and better. The storyline was just great and covered a broad range of issues such as, the death of a child, diabetes and adultery. The plot was fully developed and came to a beautiful, complete ending. I felt satisfied after I finished. There were no loose ends leaving me feeling as if the story wasn't finished and I love that. I fell in love with the characters and I guarantee you will as well. This book can be read in order as a series but it can also be read as a stand alone novel. But, from what I have read so far, you will surely want to read the others and you "to be read" list will soon be growing. If you like Amish fiction with depth and a storyline that covers powerful issues you'll love this book.Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher for my honest review. The opinions stated are mine and mine alone and I received no monetary compensation.
    • 5/5
      What a wonderful story! I really enjoyed the descriptive dialogue between the characters of the book!
    • 5/5
      Well written story and relatable characters. I really enjoyed this book.
    • 3/5
      I have forgotten how much I enjoy Beth's books, this was no exception.

      I have read many of the Daughter of Promise books and this one was just as good.

      Anne is 18 and has been raised by her grandparents since her parents died many years ago. Anne is ready to date but no one is asking her to to a signing or to take her home. She overhears it is because they are afraid of her grandfather, the bishop.

      Enter Jacob and his family that are new to the area and with them comes their family problems.

      This is their story. Thrown in is the stories of Anne's grandmother, Jacob's mom and Lucy. Three unlikely women who becomes friends.

      Now this book is not without fault - you can message me if you want to talk about my feelings on those as I don't want to spoil this book for those who haven't read it yet, it is worth your read.

      To me it was one of those books "oh I will just read to the next chapter, well ok one more" and then it is 1:30 in the morning and I am done. Excited but disappointed.

    • 4/5
      I enjoyed the story very much, even though I am not sure it could ever happen in the Amish community. Loved Anna Byler's grandmother and her spunk!Anna is in her "Rumspringa", but because she has been raised by her grandfather - the very strict newer bishop - and her grandmother, she hasn't gotten to do alot of the things others her age have done. The boys are a little afraid to date her because of her grandfather, who is not making many friends in his community since he has taken over as bishop. Then a new family comes into their Amish community (who has problems that no one knows about), and Anna takes an instant liking to the oldest son, Jacob. Jacob wants to do right by Anna, but they end up dating secretly because of her grandfather refusing to let her see Jacob.Can Anna's grandfather succeed at keeping them apart? Can her grandmother finally have a say in how Anna and Jacob should be treated? And what will the "bishop" do when he discovers all of his wife's secrets (which although I highly enjoyed - not sure if it would have ever happened). There is also another whole story going on with Jacob's parents in this story. A good ending to a great series.
    • 3/5
      Eighteen-year-old Anna Byler has never been on a date. No one has asked her. She suspects it is because her grandfather and guardian, Bishop Isaac Byler is at least partly to blame. His gruff manner and strict enforcement of all their Amish colony’s rules is enough to keep even the most charmed young man at a distance. But Jacob Hostetler is new, handsome, and when he shows more than a passing interest along with the courage to talk to Daadi, she can’t help but be hopeful.

      Their friendship is anything but a smooth affair, however in Beth Wiseman’s novel Plain Peace. In it Wiseman delves as well into the Hostetler family’s painful history, the strange behavior of Marianne Byler the bishop’s own wife, and Lucy Turner, a non-Amish woman whose life has become inextricably bound to the Amish community through an affair she has had with one of their own.

      Wiseman tells the story through the eyes of several characters—Anna, Marianne, Cora (Jacob Hostetler’s mother), Jacob, and Lucy, and so we get lots of perspectives. Even so, I found the characters somewhat flat and one-dimensional.

      The book has lots of plot turns and is entertaining enough. Theme-wise, though I felt its message was morally confusing. Marianne Byler takes on the role of credible spiritual advisor and confidante while busy hiding a secret of her own. Later, when she has a change of heart, her generosity seems to serve as a sort of cover-up or justification for her years of wrong-doing. As well, the habits she has formed are of the pathological sort. How she overcomes them almost overnight and with no distress on her part seems unrealistic.

      The book is full of Amish-isms (explained in a glossary) so in that way it feels authentic. A collection of recipes (some of the foods mentioned in the book) and a set of discussion questions add value and round out the book’s offering.

      Plain Peace is a quick, light read that I’m sure those who enjoy Amish fiction will want to add to their collections.

      I received Plain Peace from the publisher, Thomas Nelson, for the purpose of writing a review.
    • 4/5
      Plain Peace – The final chapter in Beth Wiseman’s Daughters of The Promise series, Plain Peace can easily be read as a standalone. Love vs. legalism and compassion vs. judgment are the themes of this touching contemporary novel. And while the Amish seek to live a simple life, it is clear that trouble and trials are universal. God’s grace, love and mercy shine from the pages of this book.Recommended.(Thanks so much to LitFuse and the publishers for review copies of these books. The opinions expressed are mine alone.)
    • 5/5
      Don’t Miss This Great Read!Having read all the books in A Daughters of the Promise series I could not wait to read this book. The author did not let me down. There were issues in this book that we usually don’t read about in Amish fiction. I love that the author chose to write about problems that are real; not only in the Amish communities but in the English world too.Sometimes people have a hard time giving up control and Bishop Byler is a perfect example. I found it both funny and sad how his wife Marianne handled her controlling husband.A death in a family can be devastating. Some people have a hard time coming to grips with it and shut out those who love them. The results can be heart breaking and pure agony for all involved. This story is a perfect example. Can deep hurt and wounds heal?We follow the lives of several families in this story. We learn that it is only through our faith in God that we can heal from bitterness, unforgiveness, and unwilling to forgive ourselves. How seeking the Lord through prayer and sharing our hurts with loving friends can bring us into a right relationship with God and give us plain peace.I highly recommend this book to those reading this review. You will love it!
    • 4/5
      Anna, raised by her grandparents after her parents were killed when she was very young, has grown into a lovely and very pretty woman. But she has never had a date, not even a buggy ride to a singing. Her stern grandfather, though loving, has frightened away all potential suitors, mostly owing to the fact that he is also the bishop of their ordnung. When a new family arrives in the community, Anna and Jacob, the eldest son of the new family, begin a relationship of sorts. However, it is fraught with problems, and more than that, Jacob bears the weight of his own family’s struggles. Soon, he and Anna must make some decisions as to whether they should keep their relationship secret and defy the bishop or ask for his blessing, which they fear he will not give. Anna knows some secrets of her own, namely concerning what her grandmother is keeping hidden from the bishop. This charming tale is filled with engaging characters whose everyday Amish is a lot like the English lives. There are conflicts, resentments, anger, judgments, and secrets, as well as hope, faith, love, hard work, friendships, family, and forgiveness. Quite an enjoyable story.