Christian Fiction Review: The Search (Lancaster County Secrets, Book 3) by Suzanne Woods Fisher + iPad Giveaway Details

The Search (Lancaster County Secrets, Book 3)
by Suzanne Woods Fisher
Copyright 2011
Revell
304 pages
ISBN: 978-0-8007-3387-2
Contemporary Fiction

From the publisher:
When worlds collide, can the truth set two young women free?

As a child caught up in a crisis, Lainey O'Toole made a split-second decision with far-reaching effects. Fifteen years later, when her car breaks down in Stoney Ridge--the very town in which that decision was made--she is forced to face the past and discover how her decision has impacted so many.

Bess Reihl is less than thrilled to be spending the summer at Rose Hill Farm helping her intimidating grandmother Bertha recover from surgery. It doesn't take long for Bess to realize that her grandmother coaxed her to Stoney Ridge for an entirely different reason. But once Bess meets hired hand Billy Lapp, the summer starts to hold some promise.

Lainey's and Bess's worlds are about to collide and the secrets that come to light will shock them both.


My Review:
One thing I can say about Suzanne Woods Fisher is that she is keeping the Amish fiction genre fresh. Confronting issues such as war, alcohol abuse and even "fun" topics like growing roses makes Suzanne's books stand out. If you're looking for a tender, gut-wrenching all around awesome story pick up one (or all) of her books. Usually one to shy away from too much Amish fiction I can safely say that I will definitely be reading more of it in the future if they are stories like this one.

The Search follows Englischer, Lainey O'Toole who inadvertently winds up in Stoney Ridge, the small town she left years ago and Amish teen, Bess Reihl who is visiting her ailing grandmother for the summer. What ensues involves grief, loss, and the affects of long kept secrets. While not as dramatic in terms of dealing with war and conflict as The Waiting or The Choice, The Search had its own unique storyline and characters. For most of the story the matriarch of the Reihl family, Bertha and her rose garden brought so many people together and came to represent the strength and tender care that must be had and given when dealing with humans AND roses alike. I think this entire series is a keeper and a must read for fans of the genre. I would also ask you to give this a chance even if you're not a fan of Amish fiction, as it just may change your mind!

“Available January 2011 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group.”

To learn more about the author and her books visit:
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*I received my complimentary copy from the publisher in exchange for posting my honest review.*

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Suzanne Woods Fisher's latest installment of the Lancaster County Secrets, The Search, is just out and to celebrate Suzanne is hosting The Search iPad Giveaway!










One Grand Prize winner will receive an iPad Prize Package worth over $500 and includes:


To enter, simply click on the icons below to fill out the entry form/s, then tell 5 or more friends about the contest. Oh, and enter soon! Winner will be announced on February 3rd at Suzanne's Everything is Coming Up Roses Facebook Party. (Did you know The Search takes place on a rose farm?)



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Facebook Party:


Join Suzanne for the Everything is Coming Up Roses Facebook Party on February 3rd! She’ll be announcing the winner of the The Search iPad Giveaway, hosting a book club discussion of The Search, giving away copies of all three books and HEAPS of other readerly prizes! Including roses delivered to your door for three months for you AND a friend! Be sure to join us on Thursday, February 3rd at 5:00 PM PST (6:00 MST, 7:00 CST & 8 EST) at Suzanne’s Author Page.



Comments

  1. Roses and real emotions? Sounds great! Awesome review.

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  2. Sounds great. I love her books.
    tarenn98[at]yahoo[dot]com

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  3. Juju I could just smell the roses when I was reading it. :-D

    Tarenn98 thank you for visiting, I love her books too! :-)

    XOXO~ Renee

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  4. Renee...you are such a wonderful reviewer! Thank you so much for your thoughtful words about "The Search"...loved your insights and comments! And I appreciate your perspective about the sub-genre, too. If you have time, I would love to have your review posted on Amazon/CBD...I think you have a different "take" that would be helpful to customers. Thanks for being part of the blog tour, Renee! Warmly, Suzanne Fisher

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