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A Home in the West (Free Short Story) (The Amish of Apple Grove) Kindle Edition

by Lori Copeland (Author), Virginia Smith (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 4,072 ratings
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Journey back to 1858 Berlin, Ohio, in this free short story e-romance prequel from The Amish of Apple Grove series by Lori Copeland and Virginia Smith. For 19-year-old Jonas Switzer, the promise of a productive life as an Amish farmer is only as real as a dream on the western horizon. Living on the charity of the Bylers, and with no claim to a family farm, Jonas's future depends on a bold plan and an ambitious move. He also longs to catch the eye of Caroline Hersberger, the most beautiful young woman in the village, and share his dream with her. Will Matthew Kennel woo her first? Will she reject Jonas outright? Only God knows, and only He can provide Jonas with a godly wife and a home in the West.

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    17 pages
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    Harvest House Publishers
  5. Publication date
    July 1, 2013
  6. File size
    3271 KB
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00D6SCXY4
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harvest House Publishers (July 1, 2013)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 1, 2013
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3271 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 17 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 4,072 ratings

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  1. Lori Copeland

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    The name Lori Copeland often brings a smile to her fan’s lips. Lori is a popular best selling contemporary and historical Christian author. Her books have been nominated for the prestigious Christy Award and received two Romantic Times Lifetime Achievement Awards.

    She is known for her light, witty romances that emphasize a deeper message. Mrs. Copeland lives in the beautiful Ozarks with her husband and ever growing family which includes 7 adorable grand and great-grandchildren, that just keep coming!

    She always welcomes gentle feedback regarding her stories.

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    VIRGINIA SMITH is the bestselling author of more than forty novels, two illustrated children's books, and many shorter works. An avid reader with eclectic tastes in fiction, Ginny writes in a variety of styles, from lighthearted relationship stories to breath-snatching suspense. She writes fantasy and science fiction under the pen name Ginny Patrick. Her books have been finalists in many prestigious awards, and two of her novels received the Holt Medallion Award of Merit. Learn more about Ginny and her books at www.VirginiaSmith.org.

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3.8 out of 5 stars
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A sweet short story from the Apple Creek Amish Series. I love that it is #3.5😉
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Angelia Wood
5.0 out of 5 stars My review
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2013
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Awesome Book, but short. I am curious which is a good thing. I am adding this next book to my wish list. If any one does hesitate, don't you will . Love the short story. Makes you wonder and want to know what is going to happen next. I know whom ever down loads this will love it. Loved how the writing style is. Makes you feel as if you right there witnessing all that is happening. Hope and prayer will win ever time. These characters have faith, but their faith grows even more when they are struggling with a complicated situation. Or even a loss in their life.
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Kari
4.0 out of 5 stars I want to read more
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2013
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This is a story of a hardworking young man called Jonas who may be poor but he has big dreams. He has a adventurous spirit and faith that he can built a home of his own in the west. A home which he has never had before. he plans to share these plans with the love of his life Caroline. He wants Caroline to accompany him on this journey and he is certain that the adventurous Caroline will approve. This is a short and simple story. However, it ended a little too quickly. I wanted it to go on and read more. A short sweet and simple tale for anyone who enjoys Amish tales.
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Melody Hewson
3.0 out of 5 stars Well written but not to my tastes.
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2015
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This was a fairly cute story, given how short it was, but the end felt a little too contrived. All I could think of was "So I just met you, and this is crazy..."
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Everyone in the community describes her as being the most attractive girl there. Apparently she has no shortage of offers. But she picks the boy who has the least to offer to take her home. Because.... Well, we don't know. And since we're told he can't even talk to her himself but must have a friend do it, and can only be alone with her during this short trip, it is assumed these two have never spoken more than a greeting to each other, despite her being his lifelong crush.
Then he proposes, offering nothing but a dream of possibly getting some good land in the future and she accepts without question, just a bit of teasing.

Very well written, it certainly kept my interest and I loved the details about Amish life, but I don't think I'll be pursuing any more of this series.
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Larik Burci
5.0 out of 5 stars Short and encouraging!
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2013
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A Home In The West
What a sweet short love story. Another great creation by Lori Copeland.
This young boy Jonas with an English background has nothing in the World to build his future on but dreams and plans. But despite the lack of resources Jonas borrows his employers buggy and takes a leap of faith and makes his first step into realizing his dreams by taking Caroline on buggy ride. The surprise that waited on him around the corner could have been only from God Himself.
Do you have dreams and plans but no means to realize them? Take a first step in faith and see what God can do with you..
Lovely and encouraging story.
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Mia Mary Boyd
2.0 out of 5 stars Really short
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2014
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This book was actually really short and had almost no plot. I read it in 20 minutes tops. I was hoping to learn about the Amish culture and how they live, but I was disappointed by the quality of the writing. Most of the plot comes out of nowhere. Caroline accepts Jonas' s proposal 20 minutes after they met. I am really glad this book was free because it was not worthy to be priced at 2¢.
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Susan Cronk
5.0 out of 5 stars Let's Pack And Go To
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2019
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This is a delightful story and the characters are charming. The storyline is well-defined and leaves the reader satisfied that their life vision is formed and ready for them to take the first step. What will the West hold for them? It makes you want to pack and go along.
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Heidi Ho Neighbor
4.0 out of 5 stars Short, sweet Amish Fiction
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2023
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This was a very short, but sweet Amish Fiction story. I'd venture to guess that this could have been a Prologue to a longer book. Nevertheless, the couple of characters were heartwarming and show a lot of potential. I was provided with a complimentary copy of this book, but it did not in any way affect my review. All opinions are my own.
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Laundry Whispers
4.0 out of 5 stars Though for only being 15 pages in length the characters were pretty well developed
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2017
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This short story is a bit difficult to review. Knowing that it is a small part of an ongoing series makes me think that reading it out of order leaves me with more questions than answers. That being said, with a background of having read Amish fiction I knew many of the words that other people were at a loss to understand. I feel as though had I read from the beginning of the series this belongs in the characters would have more background and knowledge. Though for only being 15 pages in length the characters were pretty well developed. I had a good understanding of their general backgrounds and their general desires, as far as the main character at least. The others were just extraneous for the story.

I think, for someone just getting into the idea of reading Amish fiction, this is a decent primer so to speak. However, for that same reader not having a dictionary to reference certain words was a serious draw back. I liked this story. I liked the premise. I want there to be more. However, it does set the stage for an interested person to choose to pursue the other full length books in the series.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Courageous Love
Reviewed in Canada on May 10, 2018
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Jonas wasn't sure he had what it takes to win the heart of his secret love, Carolyn. Could he compete with the financially established young men in his district? A beautiful short story of true love.
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Rowan Spencer
5.0 out of 5 stars A unique short story with some beautiful language
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 10, 2019
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What I liked about this story; It was like nothing I’ve ever ready before, the author is very good at creating atmosphere - I love the whole rustic ambience that they’ve set.

What could’ve been better; the story was rather cliche in some parts, and the language structure could be slightly improved.

Overall, a unique, lovely story that I enjoyed reading.
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Sue Hickey
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story.
Reviewed in Australia on August 28, 2022
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Just love Amish stories.
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dabogirl
4.0 out of 5 stars an entertaining short novel
Reviewed in Italy on April 20, 2015
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this short novel is - pardon the pun - quite short, yet it manages to "bring you in" the story, make you feel the main characters' motivations, pain and hopes, and leaves you with an appetite for what is yet to come.
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Cécile
4.0 out of 5 stars Unfortunately too short
Reviewed in France on March 27, 2014
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I really enjoyed reading this story, but found it too short ! Would have like to know more about their settling in the west !
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