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An Amish Christmas: A Novel Audiobook
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Meg Hobart has everything: a happy marriage to a handsome, successful husband, a beautiful home in Charlotte, North Carolina, and three wonderful children. But it all comes crashing down around her the day she learns that her husband, James, has been living a lie—and has brought the family to financial ruin. Penniless and homeless, the Hobarts pack up what little they still possess and leave behind their golden life for good. But it’s not the material things Meg finds herself mourning. Instead, she misses the certainty that she should remain married to James, who has betrayed her trust so thoughtlessly. Worse, she is suddenly very aware of just how spoiled her children have become. Meg wonders what her family has really sacrificed in their pursuit of the American dream. A frightening twist of fate forces the Hobarts to take refuge with a kind Amish family in Pennsylvania, where they find themselves in a home with no computers, no cell phones, nothing the children consider fashionable or fun. Her uncooperative brood confined to the Amish world of hard work and tradition, their futures entirely uncertain, Meg fears she can never make her family whole again. Celebrating life’s simplest but most essential values, packed with laughter and tears, this is a story of forgiveness and the power of love. You will never forget the special moment in time that is An Amish Christmas.
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"An Amish Christmas by Cynthia Keller was a wonderful book that illustrates what can happen if a family is able to disconnect from the electronic world for a while and reconnect with each other. It was interesting to watch a family who had everything they wanted loose everything because of poor decisions by James, but as a result of circumstances beyond their control the family was able to reconnect. The family initially dreaded spending time with a very accommodating Amish family. It is this detour that allows the family to reconnect, admit the problems and rediscover themselves, resulting in starting a new life with their new friends supporting them."
— Lee-ann (4 out of 5 stars)
An Amish Christmas Listener Reviews
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" A pleasant holiday read but pretty light and predictable. "
— Kay, 2/18/2014 -
" very good read about the Amish from an Englishers point of view. Family stays with an Amish family for the holidays and sees first hand a new way of life. "
— Jeanne, 2/14/2014 -
" A nice quick Christmas read that makes you think about what Christmas should be about. "
— Cheryl, 2/3/2014 -
" Good, not great. Lighthearted, easy, no-brainer. Great for doctor's office waiting rooms, car wash lobbies, etc. Recommended for a change of pace. "
— Sarah, 1/15/2014 -
" It is a morality tale but a good one. The attention to detail of the Amish people was very good. Heartwarming....a good, quick read when you don't want something heavy. "
— TheRealMelbelle, 12/20/2013 -
" Not just about Christmas. About family and relationships. A good read! "
— Rita, 11/21/2013 -
" Sweet story about the salvation of a materialistic family. "
— Sharneel, 11/6/2013 -
" This was a nice sweet read and somewhat informative about the Amish people. Made me look at my own life differently. "
— Janice, 10/23/2013 -
" This was a great story about a family who lost everything and learned some great lessons while being forced to stay with an Amish family. A great holiday read that will remind us that 'possessions' don't mean a lot. "
— Cindy, 3/23/2013 -
" Here's another dilemma book: 3 or 4? I just liked the story, and it's made me think a lot about materials goods, simplicity, cutting back, etc. I always feel drawn to the Amish culture, and loved reading about it again. "
— Jo, 3/7/2013 -
" Great quick read for a snowy day at home. "
— Auntie, 12/9/2012 -
" Pleasant but ultimately cliched characters with stilted dialog and overall completely formulaic....nothing surprising. "
— Becky, 9/22/2012 -
" Wow, didn't know Hallmark published books. Not Hallmark you say? Coulda fooled me. "
— Jonna, 7/30/2012 -
" Wealthy family needs to reinvent themselves financially. Live with the Amish for a while. "
— Janeen, 4/6/2012 -
" I decided to read Christmas books this year during December. This was one of my first ones. It was just what I was looking for. Warm, Cozy and uplifting. "
— Susan, 10/9/2011 -
" Please see my review on Amazon.com as part of the vine program. "
— Melissa, 5/7/2011 -
" A little more syrupy for my taste but still a very relevant and thought-provoking message. "
— Adrienne, 3/11/2011 -
" An easy read with a feel good ending. "
— Jill, 2/26/2011 -
" I really enjoyed this sweet simple story. It was a fast read, but definitely put the important things in life in perspective. "
— Tracy, 2/18/2011 -
" Good easy story to read about a girl finding acceptance from her family after she has married outside of the faith. "
— Deborah, 1/18/2011 -
" Wealthy family needs to reinvent themselves financially. Live with the Amish for a while. "
— Janeen, 1/17/2011 -
" Great quick read for a snowy day at home. "
— Auntie, 1/12/2011
About Cassandra Campbell
Cassandra Campbell has won multiple Audie Awards, Earphones Awards, and the prestigious Odyssey Award for narration. She was been named a “Best Voice” by AudioFile magazine and in 2018 was inducted in Audible’s inaugural Narrator Hall of Fame.