Huckleberry Hill, Wisconsin's irrepressible matchmakers Anna and Felty Helmuth are at it again. And this time they're willing to rough it to get the job done in this story of faith, hope, and second chances. Original.
Read More
Huckleberry Hill, Wisconsin's irrepressible matchmakers Anna and Felty Helmuth are at it again. And this time they're willing to rough it to get the job done in this story of faith, hope, and second chances. Original.
Read Less
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
After only a few pages of Home on Huckleberry Hill, I was put in mind of how much I enjoyed Jennifer Beckstrand's book Abraham. If you haven't read it yet, check it out. Her books make me laugh and, at times, cry!
I laughed as Anna Helmuth, Mary Anne Neuenschwander's mammi, reminisced with her husband, Felty, their own past marital troubles as she plans to fix Mary Anne and Jethro's troubles. She is delightfully unconcerned with the neighbors eavesdropping in the aisles of the grocery store who quickly start a rumor that these grandparents are considering getting, shockingly, divorced!
"We've given them all a little excitement to start their day. It does my heart good to see it."
Mary Anne can't stand being taken for granted any longer. She moves out to live in the woods. The Amish cherish marriage and do not believe in divorce.
At first, Jethro is appalled that Mary Anne would take his tent, cot, and sleeping bag among other things. He feels entitled to ownership over everything because he earns the money to purchase things. He is also embarrassed.
Not everyone approves of what Mary Anne did. Her grandparents, Anna and Felty, are staunch supporters though. They move into the woods to show 'solidarity' and maybe have a plan to help arrange a marriage truce. Cousins also join in the show of solidarity. The woods behind Mary Anne's home fills with the noises of children, a dog, and even a few chickens. I can't think of a funnier way to encourage Mary Anne to move back home!
Eventually, after some awful decisions, Jethro begins to ask himself if he is part of the problem. His efforts to change are touching as his sweet and tender regard for Mary Anne returns.
It was encouraging to see this marriage return to the bliss they had before. Marriage isn't always easy but it is worth fighting for to make it work (in cases where there is no abuse, etc.).
Read this excellent Amish romance! Home on Huckleberry Hill is charming and oh so funny. The loving amends at the end is worth it.
I received a free advanced reader copy of this book. All opinions are completely my own.
