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I have never read a book about the Amish lifestyle before. Virginia Wise has created a very good incite into an Amish community in the new world. The characters are both lovable and infuriating but down to earth good folks. Thank you for an enjoyable read Ms. Wise. I certainly look forward to a follow-up of these characters.


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Where the Heart Takes You Amish New World Virginia Wise 9781420147797 Books Reviews

In the years before the Revolutionary War, a group of people migrated to western Pennsylvania. Greta Scholtz was one of the emigres and one of many who lost family members on the ocean crossing. She is living with a widow and helping her out in her cabin. In the next cabin lives Jacob Miller. At first he's very stand-offish and closed off to the community. The elders of the community come to Greta and Jacob to try to marry them to each other. At first, both are very resistant to the idea. When Greta wants to adopt two young orphans, Jacob seems to be her only choice. But as she gets to know him. . .

Virginia Wise has written an historical Amish novel and gives us a peek into the Amish world pre-industrial revolution. She makes her characters relatable, believable, and sometimes spoiled. Her setting is appropriate to the novel, the times, and the situation. This is a five star book, with two thumbs up, and precocious twins to keep you entertained.

My thanks to Kensington Publications for allowing me to read and review this book.
What a fun new series by an author that I'm not familiar with. This historical novel takes place in the 1700's as the Amish having fled from persecution settle in Pennsylvania. Greta is such a wholesome character, always thinking of others, but still wondering about her future. The Amish elders try to pressure Greta into marrying Jacob, a grieving widower but beautiful Catrina arrives to complicate matters. There are humorous parts to the story that will endear Greta to the readers. I loved learning about the Amish way of life as they struggled to clear the land and settle. This novel portrayed the Amish much differently than others that I've read. Recommended!
Debut author Virginia Wise has written a story about the Amish taking place in America's first Amish settlement in 1737 in Pennsylvania. Greta Scholtz lost her father on the perilous voyage over on the Charming Nancy she is now living in this rural Pennsylvania area with an older widow woman. The other Amish aim to see Greta married with a man to take care of her since winter will be settling in soon. Widower Jacob Miller recently lost his wife and baby. He does his duty helping out at the neighboring farm Greta lives at doing manual labor chores not suitable for women but he tells himself that is all he is doing. He tells himself he is not interested in pure of heart Greta with a singing voice like an angel. One thing Greta and Jacob can agree on is they can't agree on anything. Between Greta's cow constantly eating Jacob's kitchen garden and Greta ending up in the mud and being pretty clumsy the story had parts that were unrealistic but it made for a good laugh out loud chuckle. Will Jacob admit it's time to let love bloom anew with Greta or will his heart be swayed by beautiful but wordly Amish newcomer Catrina? Looking forward to more books in this series.
Pub Date 18 Dec 2018
I was given a complimentary copy of this book by Kensington Books through NetGalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own.
Where the Heart Takes You is the beginning of a new historical romance series by noted author, Virginia Wise. The main characters, Greta Scholtz and Jacob Miller, are members of a small Amish group newly settled in the New World. They traveled from Germany to Pennsylvania in the early 1700’s to escape religious persecution. Jacob and his wife arrive in America with the first group of Amish settlers. Unfortunately, his wife dies tragically, and he retreats from society. Greta, who traveled with the second group, arrives with a set of fraternal twins whose parents died during the sea voyage, but without her father, who also didn’t survive the crossing. Despite their personal demons and the loss each has suffered, a romance develops between the two, but their bond is tested by their community and by an unexpected rival for Jacob’s love.

Virginia Wise masterfully describes the scenery. She takes you directly to untamed America. The background scenery almost becomes another character and is intricately woven into the story. Greta, in particular, finds herself at odds with the surroundings, often in a completely hilarious way. This is one of my favorite aspects of the book.

The characterization is superb. I appreciate that the characters are well-developed and evoke emotional responses. Oblivious characters tend to drive me crazy, so I sometimes found myself talking out loud in outrage. Jacob’s tendency to be blunt and hurtful in his rejection of Greta’s affection was a negative aspect for me, but an inspirational them radiates throughout the novel inner beauty is preferable to outer beauty.

Where the Heart Takes You is beautifully written. Even though this is a chaste Christian novel, it’s not short on romance. The author strikes the right balance between religion and romance, and adds just the right amount of adventure. I rate it 5 out of 5 stars. I recommend this novel to anyone who is a fan of chaste and/or historical romance. If you are opposed to religious themes, this is not the book for you.

My thanks to Kensington Books and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book. However, the opinions expressed in this review are 100% mine and mine alone.
What a fun read! I'm a full-time mom to two busy toddlers and the first day they were both in pre-school this fall, I headed for a coffee shop with my brand new book from Virginia Wise. Three days later, I was actually a little sad to say good bye to the characters I'd gotten to know and love. It was a great escape read with a history thrown in, reminding me how much I love historical fiction.

In a busy season of life where I haven't found time to read a book from cover to cover in exactly 4.5 years, I suddenly MADE time to finish it.
I have never read a book about the Amish lifestyle before. Virginia Wise has created a very good incite into an Amish community in the new world. The characters are both lovable and infuriating but down to earth good folks. Thank you for an enjoyable read Ms. Wise. I certainly look forward to a follow-up of these characters.