Rating: 5 stars ~ Genre: Amish Fiction ~ Pages: Unknown at time of review ~ Publish Date: 21 Jan 2025
The second book in Gray’s “Amish ABCs” series continues the story of four siblings, raised “English”, but supposedly want to become Amish suddenly showing up at their grandparents’ home. [See “A is for Amish” review.] “B Is for Bonnet” focuses on Jonny Schrock and begins in a doctor’s office when he learns that his “cholesterol is through the roof”. Two months later, Jonny is living with his grandparents and on the path to becoming Amish.
The story centers around forgiveness. One of my first highlights when reading this DRC (digital review copy) was “Opting to live a life of unforgiveness is a miserable way to live.” which was given to Jonny when he went to see the Bishop. As the story developed, I understood the reasons various people felt as they did. Sometimes the person who needs forgiveness is ourselves.
The story flows from one rich scene to another. I’m drawn to stories that give animals personalities. There’s Alfred, a dog that goes crazy whenever he sees a chipmunk. I have a granddog who has the same issue with squirrels. Danny, the Great Dane. And a gelding named Arthur. These scenes always make me smile even though there may be a serious situation going on.
A genuine love shines through this story. The love of an Amish grandmother who just knows that a good woman is what Jonny needs. A certain shop where the coffee was just how he liked it or maybe it was the girl making the coffee.
You’ll enjoy “B Is for Bonnet”; however, I do believe you need to read “A is for Amish” first. Oh, and the next book coming out in winter 2026 is “C is for Courting”.
I received a complimentary DRC of “B Is for Bonnet” via NetGalley from the publisher, Kensington Publishing | Kensington. A positive review was not required; the opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.
Rating: 5 stars
Series: Amish ABCs
Cover: Pretty
Pages: Unknown at the time of this review
Publish Date: 21 January 2025
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