CHRISTIAN FICTION

A Place at Our Table

by Amy Clipston
Zondervan. (Amish Homestead, Bk. 1). Nov. 2017. 336p. ISBN 9780310349013. pap. $15.99; ebk. ISBN 9780310349037. CF
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Volunteer firefighter and Amish farmer Jamie Riehl first meets Kayla Dienner while dousing a blaze at her family's barn. When he rescues her younger brother, Nathan, from the flames, the boy begins to dream of becoming a firefighter. Kayla's older brother was killed in a house fire, and she is not happy that Jamie is encouraging Nathan. Although the mutual attraction between Kayla and Jamie is growing, an unexpected tragedy tears their relationship apart. Will they be able to reconnect and acknowledge their love? Clipston's (The Beloved Hope Chest) Amish novels stand out from the pack owing to heartfelt character development that is seamlessly integrated into the story line and setting.
VERDICT This debut title in a new series offers an emotionally charged and engaging read headed by sympathetically drawn and believable protagonists. The meaty issues of trust and faith make this a solid book group choice.
Reviewed by Christine Sharbrough , Nov 01, 2017
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