Amy Lillard

When does duty become a privilege? When does a promise become a blessing?

The Amish Christmas Promise is an emotional story that tugged at my heartstrings and reminded me of the power of faith and forgiveness. Mattie and Samuel's growing awareness of each other is both sweet and tantalizing but there is one enormous hurdle to overcome. Is the shunned Samuel willing to ask for forgiveness from his Amish community?

This is Lillard's first Harlequin title but I'm sure it won't be her last! This book has endearing characters, an Amish Christmas setting, and an inspiring faith message! I highly recommend The Amish Christmas Promise to all who enjoy Amish Christian romance.

I received a complimentary digital copy from the author. There was no obligation for a positive review.… (mehr)

When Hattie Finds Love by Amy Lillard takes us back to Paradise Valley where Hattie Schrock makes a bet with her cousin, Elsie. Hattie is always smiling and has a positive outlook. She has noticed that Christian Beachy has a continual frown and is perpetually grumpy. Hattie only has a short amount of time to turn Christian’s frown upside down. When Hattie Finds Love is easy to read. I like Amy Lillard’s friendly writing style. I quickly found myself drawn into the story. Hattie is a woman with a sunny disposition. She is a likeable and relatable character. Hattie and her cousin, Elsie, have lived together a long time. They are competitive. Elsie enjoys goading Hattie (it is a good thing that Hattie is not a violent person). Of course, I would not want to wash those big copper vats for a year either (the bet). Christian has a different personality from Hattie. Circumstances and grief can change a person. When you do the same tasks day after day, you can find yourself in a rut. I found myself rooting for Christian. I also wanted to see Hattie win the bet. I laughed often while reading this cute tale. I had to chuckle each time Christian wondered about the identity of Sadie Hawkins (he evidently never read Li’l Abner). I like that the author included pickleball I enjoyed catching up with the other ladies of the Whoopie Pie Widow’s Club. While When Hattie Finds Love is the fourth book in the Paradise Valley series, it can be read as a standalone (it is a charming series). When Hattie Finds Love is about family, friendship, self-discovery, second chances, and faith. The descriptions of the tasty treats (whoopie pies, unique popcorn flavors, and more) will have your mouth watering (except the pickle flavored popcorn). When Hattie Finds Love is a sweet story with an abnormal bet, a grumpy Gus, a Sadie Hawkins happening, a whoopie pie rivalry, curious popcorn flavors, a gossipy sister, and a second chance.… (mehr)