Tucked away in Northwestern Pennsylvania, resides a small group of Amish that calls Lawrence County their home. Along the winding country roads, etched with well-worn buggy tracks, are families that hold the values of God, Family, and Community deep in tradition. Among them, are ten women whose lives intertwine in this quiet Pennsylvania town. I invite you to come with me as I take you for a walk … walk in a “day in the life” of these Amish women.
Each of them is led by the Lord to take care of her family, and each embraces her role as the one who holds her family together. Some will discover new love, one will battle health issues, some will need to forgive, and others will find who they are in Christ. But what binds them all together is their desire to serve God, love their families, and support their community by loving their neighbors, just as God instructs them to do.
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After reading The Secrets of Willow Springs, I was excited to get a copy of this book too. This is a collection of several short stories that delve into the lives of different women. The first one begins with Emma, the protagonist of the Secrets of Willow Springs, but she is fourteen at this time. I like this because it gives some of the backstory between her and Samuel, her best friend Katie’s brother.
The other stories touch on other women that I’m guessing Tracy will expound on in future books.
I enjoyed each of these stories. Although they are brief glimpses into the lives of these women, it was enough to pull on my heartstrings and leave me wanting to know more about these ladies.
I’m sure readers of Amish fiction will enjoy these stories as much as I did. I look forward to Tracy’s next book!
These short stories are well-written and heart-touching. I loved each story and it would be impossible for me to pick a favorite. The author describes the Willow Springs community so well that I felt as if I had actually visited there. Each chapter features an Amish lady from the community, and several of their stories intertwined. I’m hoping that we’ll be reading more about each of these ladies in future books. In fact, right now I have “Secrets of Willow Springs” Book 1 as my next book to read. I’ll be writing a review soon for this one. I am adding Tracy Fredrychowski to my “favorite author” list.
I read these stories in two days. It was hard to put down.
This was an interesting book. A page turner. Now that I read eBook, I look forward to reader the print format of this book.
I’ve always liked Amish books and this book doesn’t disappoint.
Highly recommend.
Sweet short stories
Inspiring, informative, and encouraging! I hope each woman will get their own story!
“I believe if you can’t have the best of everything you make the best of everything you have.”
I enjoyed this book of short stories of 10 different women. I thought it was a sweet book that had a good positive message! Looking forward to the next book!
The Amish Women of Lawrence County is a beautiful and heart stirring collection of 10 women who faced a variety of issues but held to their faith, family and community. Each tale is filled with characters that became quick friends and a day spent with each one would be so much fun. After reading about Emma in Secrets of Willow Springs it was a delight to read this brief story of her. Each woman in every story was just as captivating as they faced life with determination and trusting in God. There were moments of laughter, tears, admiration and pure joy as I read how each one faced their trials in life. Having read Emma’s story in, Secrets of Willow Springs, by Fredrychowski I ’m looking forward to reading more about these women in upcoming books by this author. I’m sure each future book will be filled with another cast of dimensional characters, plots, twists and turns along with a interweaving of faith and God’s love for all.
.I received a complimentary e-copy of this collection from the author. I was under no obligation to write a review but have freely shared my own thoughts.
First time reading anything by this author and I am impressed. I love these short stories that don’t keep me up all night just so I can finish a book. Tracy does well at making me feel as though I’m right there with the characters. I really enjoyed these stories and look forward to reading more books by Tracy Fredrychowski.
Getting to know five Amish women, each with their different stories, was fun. So many people are looking for the simplicity of Amish living and here is a chance to experience it, albeit virtually. This book is especially good for someone who may not have a lot of time to devote to pleasure reading, without feeling like you’ve been left hanging at the end of each story. It’s basically five different short books condensed into one.
Have you ever thought of taking a walk with the Amish or living side by side with them in such a simple time. Well I have and when I read The Amish Women of Lawrence County: A Collection of Amish Short Stories it helped me imagine I was right along side the women. You cant go wrong in picking up this wonderful short stories
I have not read this book yet, staring it tomorrow. A girlfriend gave me Secrets of Willow Springs 1 & 2. I could not put the books down and read in record time. After finishing the second book I couldn’t wait to order #3 on Amazon. I believe I read it faster than it took to be delivered. My girlfriend is now the proud owner of Secrets of Willow Springs #3.
I read many, many Amish books and I have found a new favorite author, her writing and looking forward to her other books.
This was a great book & took me no time to read cause I couldn’t stop reading it. I would tell everyone to read it!!
I enjoyed meeting the Amish Women of Lawrence County. Each woman was unique with struggles of her own. I found myself wanting to know more about them.
I love Amish stories they are all so sweet, to the truth and makes you think about other people’s lives in general. What wonderful stories. I would recommend them to anyone.
The Amish Women of Lawrence County from Tracy Fredrychowski is a fine collection of stories about women in the Amish world. They are well-written stories and great characters. The book makes you curious about the rest of the stories
Great book! If you haven’t read it yet you definitely should. I live very close to the location of this book so I couldn’t wait to read it. It certainly didn’t disappoint. Definitely looking forward to more books from this author.
I love reading amish books.
I love reading all Amish books and this was another great book to add to my collection. Reading about each of the characters and their individual lives was interesting to me in this great book. Once I started, I couldn’t put it down, as usual. The flow of the story was soothing to me, as I read it. The author done a fantastic job on this. I loved it!! Get yours today! I promise you won’t be disappointed!!!
The Amish Women of Lawrence County book is a great book to read. It talks about what Amish Women did in Lawrence. It’s inspiring and entertaining and educational. The author Tracy Fredrychowski is a great book writer.
If you buy any book this month buy this one! It is a must have for those interested in the Amish community. The author does a wonderful job of describing the community of Willow Springs that lies in Northwestern, Pennsylvania. You will definitely want to read Tracy Fredrychowski’s book Secrets of Willow Springs where we learn about a young Amish woman named Emma and Emma’s story is one of those featured in The Amish Women of Lawrence County: A Collection of Amish Short Stories.
Written with honesty and candor these short stories of ten Amish women will bring the reader to a place of kindness and gratitude. Each of the stories touches on a subject that I’m quite sure the reader can identify with as they go about their daily lives. If you are interested in learning more about the Amish lifestyle this book will give you insight into how the Amish put God first along with family and community. Some of the women will face illness, others will have to find it within their hearts to forgive, and others will find what they need by following Christ’s example of living a Godly life. This book is rich in detail and the principals that make Amish life fascinating to those who wish to learn more about their way of life.
This book is a 10 star read!