Giveaways

The Promised Amish Bride: Guest Post and Giveaway by Marta Perry

The Promised Amish Bride

The story of the Prodigal Son has always been my favorite parable, and I’ve studied it and taught it more times than I can count. Still, no matter how familiar, I always find something new in the story. Think of the son, coming home longing to be accepted, even if he must be a servant instead of a son. Think of the father, sacrificing his dignity and position to run out in the street and welcome him home. I simply can’t picture that meeting without being moved almost to tears.

Given that I love it so much, it’s not surprising that the Prodigal Son theme runs through many of my stories. In the latest, THE PROMISED AMISH BRIDE, the prodigal theme comes to the forefront as Aaron, youngest of the King brothers, comes back to the Amish home he’d deserted as a teenager. But this prodigal isn’t longing for acceptance. Instead, he’s angry, resentful, and determined not to humiliate himself by confessing and begging forgiveness. He only wants refuge from the disgrace that has shattered his successful Englisch life.

But Aaron doesn’t reckon on running into neighbor Sally Stoltzfus on his way home, and he can’t believe that the shy little girl he remembers has turned into such a beautiful, outgoing woman. Sally, now the community’s teacher, hasn’t forgotten the rebellious teenager she’d had such a crush on, but she’s dismayed to see that he’s turned into a bitter, hardened man who doesn’t want anything from anyone.

Still, lively, audacious Sally isn’t one to give up on the boy who’d once promised to wait for her to grow up and marry her. Aaron might count those idle words as a joke, but Sally considers them a license to interfere, no matter what Aaron thinks. With the help of Aaron’s meddlesome small niece and the advice of his wise old uncle, she sets out to show Aaron he’s back where he belongs.

Just when Sally thinks she’s succeeding, a visitor from the outside arrives with news that turns Aaron’s life upside down. Faced with a choice, will he be able to accept the role of penitent prodigal, or will he run away again?

Stories that turn on a writer’s deepest beliefs can be the most difficult to write, but also the most satisfying. I hope you’ll think I succeeded with THE PROMISED AMISH BRIDE.

Blessings,

Marta


Thanks for stopping by Destination Amish, Marta. Your book sounds great!

Who’s ready for a giveaway? Marta is giving away one print copy of THE PROMISED AMISH BRIDE and one ebook. Two winners will be picked! To enter, leave a comment below and let me know which you prefer, print or ebook. Easy peasy.

Giveaway starts today, Monday, January 28th and ends Monday, February 4th and is only open to US residents. Two winners will be selected at random and announced on Wednesday, February 6th in the comment section of this blog post. Good luck and don’t forget to share this giveaway with your friends!


ABOUT THE BOOK:

A prodigal homecoming… The Brides of Lost Creek continues

Returning to his Amish community after losing his job in the Englisch world, Aaron King isn’t sure if he wants to stay. Everything’s the same, including his childhood friend Sally Stoltzfus. With an uncertain future and a big secret, Aaron has changed. But the more time he spends training a horse with Sally, the more he believes this is exactly where he’s meant to be.

 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Marta Perry realized she wanted to be a writer at age eight, when she read her first Nancy Drew novel. A lifetime spent in rural Pennsylvania and her own Pennsylvania Dutch roots led Marta to the books she writes now about the Amish. When she’s not writing, Marta is active in the life of her church and enjoys traveling and spending time with her three children and six beautiful grandchildren. Visit her online at www.martaperry.com.


First time visiting us? Subscribe for email updates or find us on FacebookTwitterPinterest, and Instagram!




87 thoughts on “The Promised Amish Bride: Guest Post and Giveaway by Marta Perry

  1. always enjoyed your books and was so honored to met you at the Union Country Library in Lewisburg several years ago. I always enjoyed reviewing books for you

  2. I just finished reading the first two books in this series and can not wait to read this one! I hope that it’s a happy story for Aaron! Thank you for the chance to win 🙂

  3. Sounds like another great story, an eBooks please, if you pick me. Thank you for the chance to try and win. Have a great day.?? love reading you stories!

  4. Wonderful giveaway ?. Sounds like an interesting read. Would love to win a print copy of this book Thank you.

  5. I have read this book and love it. I don’t need to win it but just wanted to say that The Promised Amish Bride is a must to read.

  6. I have a nerve disease throughout the entire body called RSD and have had for 34 years. I can only read a print copy as i don’t do any tech and would love to read and review your book! Thank you for the chance.

  7. I love Amish fiction, thank you for the chance to win a copy of The Promised Amish Bride! I prefer print, but I have a Kindle so an ebook would work. 🙂

  8. Hi Marta! I would love to win a printed copy of The Promised Amish Bride. I will share with my 87yr old mother (she does not read e-books) as she loves to read Amish Christian fiction.
    Blessings, Tina

  9. Hi, I love your books. I would prefer a print copy. I love holding the book while I am reading it. Thanks for the chance.

  10. The Prodigal Son is my favorite parable and favorite book theme. Would love the chance to win the print book.

  11. I love reading your books and looking forward to reading The Promised Amish Bride. I enjoy reading this article and thanks for the chance to win a copy and If I do I would prefer a print copy

  12. I would love to have a print copy of the book, “The Promised Amish Bride”.
    If I win, this book will be going to my Daughter-in-Law.

  13. The cover to your book Marta perry looks awesome and pretty. I would love the chance to be entered to win a copy.

  14. I have loved every book of yours that I’ve read and would like very much to win a copy of “the Promised Amish Bride” . . . thank you for the chance to enter this giveaway!

  15. I have enjoyed the books by Marta Perry that I have already read. I’m sure I will like this one as well. And I would love the opportunity to have a print copy.

  16. I have read 18 of your books. I love them! I would like a Print Copy if I should win. I don’t own a kindle. Old fashioned, I know. ha ha

  17. The Amish books are my very most favorite of all times! I actually have an Amish book collection and I would very much love to add the The Promised Amish Bride to my collection in print form.

  18. A book that I look forward to reading. Thank you for offering giveaway. Prefer print copy but would accept an ebook.

  19. I would love the opportunity to win your book as I love them so much. I’d prefer a print copy but and ebook is good too. Thanks for the opportunity

  20. This sounds so good! I’ve always loved the story of the Prodigal Son also. Thanks for a chance to win and I prefer a print copy.

  21. What an interesting story! Would enjoy reading this to see what happens to their potential relationship and what secrets are brought out. Print book please.

  22. The winner of an ebook of THE PROMISED AMISH BRIDE is Melissa Wallace. The winner of a print copy is Katherine Bartlett. Congratulations, ladies! Please watch your email for details on how to claim your books. Thanks for entering, everyone!

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *