An Amish Homecoming: Four Stories

No Place Like Home by Amy Clipston

Eva Dienner hasn't been home to see her parents for nearly six years, since the tension between her and her mother left them estranged. After Eva's husband was killed in a fire, she stayed on with her in-laws, the Riehls--but now it's finally time to introduce her son, Simeon Jr., to his maternal grandparents.

Upon her return, Eva finds that the man her parents always intended for her is living in their daadihaus and running the dairy farm for them. She wonders if Ian Miller is using her parents to one day inherit their land, but she's in for a surprise when she learns that he's working for them for free.

During her visit, Eva repairs her relationship with her parents and learns to finally let go of the past and look forward to a future with Ian.

When Love Returns by Beth Wiseman

Fearful of her stern parents and embarrassed by her unplanned pregnancy, Sarah Zook fled from home without goodbyes six years ago. But when unfortunate circumstances force her to return to her Amish roots, Sarah must humbly ask her parents for help.

Abram King spent years recovering from Sarah's sudden departure. Upon her return, Abram can think of nothing but the pain she caused him--until he meets Sarah's daughter and realizes that he never really stopped loving Sarah.

Sarah and Abram must find a way to face the truth of their past so they can rekindle their first love.

The Courage to Love by Shelley Shepard Gray

After going against her better judgment, Irene Keim fell for a wayward Englisch man, sending her life into a downward spiral. But upon his death, she knows it's time for a fresh start and new adventures.

Irene quits her job and embarks on a month-long bus trip out west and is presented with the opportunity to rent a room from one of the older couples she befriended along the way. Mary Ruth and Henry Wengerd are more than happy for the company and the help around the house.

But when Mary Ruth and Henry's son Marcus comes around, he isn't pleased with the woman they've taken in and is determined to push her out. Misunderstandings abound, but both Irene and Marcus learn that people aren't always what they seem.

What Love Built by Kathleen Fuller

Carolyn Yoder left her home in Birch Creek ten years ago. Presented with the opportunity to pursue a lifelong dream, she moves back to start a new life and a new business. Independent and headstrong, Carolyn is determined to forge ahead with the opening of her bakery, but she's in over her head and needs help with the cleaning, shopping, and deliveries.

Atlee Shetler hasn't been able to get over the loss of his wife, so he decides to move away from the memories of his hometown and settle in Birch Creek. A carpenter by trade, he takes a job renovating the new bakery and finds the project--and its owner--to be much more than he bargained for. Atlee has his work cut out for him, professionally and romantically.

Through God's help and healing, Carolyn and Atlee find peace, love, and a brighter future than either of them imagined.