I am a part of Tricia Goyers 'Christmas Team', and today for my first giveaway is her beautiful book,
A Christmas Gift for Rose
About the book
Rose turned her back on the man she loves after he assisted the Englisch during World War II - only to discover she's an Englischer herself.
Inspired by a true story, A Christmas Gift for Rose is a heartwarming story of sacrifice, deep love, and discovering one's true identity.
Born in the midst of the hardships of The Great Depression, Rose grew up in Berlin, Ohio, in the arms of a loving Amish family. But she is overwhelmed by self-doubt when she learns that she was born Englisch and abandoned when her family moved West in search of work.
Was she meant to be Amish or would she have been better off growing up with her own kind - Englischers? When the man she loves leaves her behind, Rose is certain he left for good. Yet Rose discovers sometimes our greatest gifts are the ones we fear.
Tricia Goyer is the best-selling author of 37 books, including the Big Sky and Seven Brides for Seven Bachelors Amish series. She is currently writing three more Amish stories and One Year of Amish Peace. Tricia's Amish novels have made the ECPA and USA Today bestsellers list. Tricia and her husband, John, live in Little Rock, Arkansas.
My thoughts
I loved this book. This is a quick read, but a very good one. Perfect for a little R and R during the busy holiday season, and this sweet little hard cover will look beautiful on your coffee table, your guests may just pick up this book and get lost in an Amish winter wonderland.
Rose goes through some difficult times as she deals with the truth of her past, as well as a bit of confusion over her boyfriend whom everyone has told her to forget. This story is full of lessons in faith, love and hope.
*Review copy and giveaway have been provided by Trica Goyer
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And now for the giveaway
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I'm making this short and simple! This giveaway will end at midnight on Monday 12/15
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I learned that the author (one of my favorites) has a Radio Podcast. I didn't know this before...thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI learned that Tricia has written more than thirty-five books, including both novels and non- fiction titles that offer encouragement and hope. She has also published more than 500 articles in national publications such as Guideposts, Thriving Family, Proverbs 31, and HomeLife Magazine.
ReplyDeleteOne of my favorite Christmas traditions is having a big family Christmas morning breakfast before leaving the house for the day to visit relatives.
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I have never heard of her but am always looking for something new to get my hands on. I am excited to check out her other books as well.
ReplyDeleteI love our tradition of watching those holidays movies that just feel extra special around the holidays.
ReplyDeleteChristmas caroling is our favorite tradition.
ReplyDeleteHello There Yvie! You are the winner of A Christmas Gift for Rose! Please send me an email within 24 hrs with your address so Tricia can mail out a book to you!
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~Lauri
Tricia writes many of my favorite books!
ReplyDeleteTricia has a special place in her heart for teen moms and adoption
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Merry
Congratulations! You are the next winner of this book....an email has been sent your way!
DeleteMy favorite christmas tradition is going to our church's candlelight christmas eve service
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She has a new website, Not Quite Amish.
ReplyDeleteOur favorite Christmas tradition is having good food, fellowship, and opening presents on Christmas Eve.
ReplyDeleteOur family enjoys watching the classic holiday movies together.
ReplyDeleteI'm really curious and excited to check out Tricia's other books on teen moms and adoption. Very interesting topics.
ReplyDeletei learned she published more than 500 articles in national publications
ReplyDeleteTricia has a special place in her heart for teen moms and adoption is whati learned.
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Happy to pin this book giveaway to spread the word!
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I learned that Tricia supports teen moms . deb_lewis4@hotmail.com
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ReplyDeleteI learned that she was a teen mother.
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I like to cook special foods for our family and share them during holiday meals.
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