Amish Grace: How Forgiveness Transcended Tragedy Audiobook

" Forgiveness can be so difficult, and this book was a great read in understanding the relationship I have with forgiveness. I read it with my Aunt, and we had some wonderful discussions about the novel. "

" Fascinating look at Amish culture and religion but I found a lot of it needlessly repetitive; with even the same quotes being used multiple times. "

" A humbling story of forgiveness. Really inspiring and thoughtful. "

" I loved this book great story couldn't put it down "

" Another book club pick. This book was much better than I expected it be based on the "NOW A LIFETIME MOVIE!" on the cover. It's a non-melodramatic, sort of sociological look at the 2006 school shooting that targeted an Old Order Amish one-room schoolhouse in Pennsylvania and the Amish community's response. The retelling of the actual shooting was not overly horrifying to read (I have become SO sensitive to portrayals of harm coming to children since becoming a parent but this was not super graphic) and the exploration of what the Amish believe about forgiveness, the world around them, their own community, etc was interesting and balanced and thoughtful. "

" Certainly makes me consider my theology on forgiveness and community "

" Learned a fair amount about Amish culture and their beliefs about forgiveness. They have much to teach us about the process of forgiveness. "

" The story is so impressive, it overshadows the blips in writing style. Forgiveness, it's unfathomable without God's grace. "

" I heard two of the authors in May at a conference. Their presentation enticed me to read the book. A nice explanation of Amish faith and practice, with the context of this tragic schoolhouse murder several years ago. "

" Interesting, fascinating, intriguing and well written. Truly an amazing and inspiring story on how the Amish responded to one of the most horrific moments in their history. "

" I enjoyed reading of how the Amish responded with forgiveness at Nickel Mines and in other situations, but found the historical information to be a bit repetitive and dry at points. Overall this was a worthwhile read though. "

" Tremendous book... very thought-provoking and humbling. It is inspiring and horrific at the same time. Well-written and respectful. I loved this book and it will be a permanent addition to my home collection. "

" Best lesson in forgiveness. The best thing man can aspire to besides honesty "

" Any book that generates this much thought deserves a 5. "

" It was an interesting perspective and gave insight into another peculiar people. "

" It was a fine read but not a page-turner. Honestly, I felt like I was reading a college thesis but certainly some thought provoking ideas, especially in thinking how I live my own life. "

" Really inspirational story. My only fault with the book was that it seemed a bit repetitive. "

" This was kind of a deep book, and I found myself having to re-read paragraphs. Chapters also tend to repeat the same ideas. Overall it was good and informative. "

" This gave great insight into the Amish community and how they come together as a people to find their "new normal". A very positive book on an ugly event. "

" Very well presented and respectful thesis. Read at your own risk, it just may change you for the better. "

" Should be read by everyone. All of us need to learn to forgive...to save the world. "