The Journey: Kentucky Brothers, Book 1 Audiobook (Unabridged)

" Overall this was a good book and I enjoyed reading it. Many Amish stories seem to be the same plot but this one was somewhat different. A little bit of mystery and of course some romance. I received this novel through a First Reads giveaway. Thank you. "

" This was an easy to get into, entertaining book, and probably closer to 4.5 stars. The characters in this story, especially Titus, Phoebe, and Suzanne, have lots to learn about themselves, God's will for them, and the direction their future should go. Wanda Brunstetter does an excellent job depicting the conflicts young men and women go through when they are insecure and trying to discover what they want to do with their lives, and what role God and faith will play in their future. The only drawback I found in the story was the number of truly tragic, almost depressing events that happened, even though they were interspersed with good things. It is true that we often grow and change the most during trials, but this family certainly endures more than its share. I look forward to reading the future books in the Kentucky Brothers series. "

" With all the anticipation of this living up to my expectations and its fellow Amish romances, I was unfortunately let down. The book is exasperatingly lengthy and almost seems to be written by a non-native English speaker. It takes forever for any real romance to happen and the emotions and insights of the characters are so monotonously explained again and again that any passion is non-existent. The disastrous outcomes of much of the secondary characters was almost laughable in its unreality. The primary male character was unlikeable to say the least while Suzanne the lead female was the only character I really enjoyed. Had it not been an 'Amish' novel, I would have wished for a little more gumption to stand up for herself, but all things considered I felt she had the most real life of any one character. Lastly, the true chaffing occurred in the premise that's repeated over and over that Suzanne's identity and purpose are fragmented by her inability to find a man pleased with her. This is a slap in the face to anyone who prides their self on any little bit of female independence. The prior issues were just ones of plot preference while the travesty of the theme ruined any hope I had for liking this novel. "

" Another great Amish novel. While one of the characters is very frustrating, the rest are wonderful and Wanda E. Brunstetter is able to draw you into the story so you feel as if you are actually there. "

" I never like books like this but I really enjoyed it. "

" The most redeeming part of this Amish novel is that it took place in a relatively unknown Amish community. "

" Wonderful book! Couldn't put it down until I finished it! "

" I like the beginning of this series. I can't wait for the next book to come out to see what happens. "

" My first "Amish" book ever! "

" This was a really easy read. Not a lot of over the top drama but enough to seem real and kept me reading. Every time I picked up this book to read I felt like I was right there with the characters and I enjoyed that. "

" It was okay...I enjoyed the read, although all of these Amish fiction books start to sound the same. I think I've read too many! "

" This book was excellent. I could not put it down. This is Wanda's best book so far. Great story line, great characters. "

" Good Amish fiction.. "

" I always enjoy Wanda Brunstter's books and this one is no exception. I feel like I'm reading letters from relative and catching up on family. "

" Another great Amish novel. While one of the characters is very frustrating, the rest are wonderful and Wanda E. Brunstetter is able to draw you into the story so you feel as if you are actually there. "

" I loved the book, just the right amount of suspense and romance. I got kind of thrown off by the parts about Elsie and Samuel, but at the end it all made sense. "

" My first "Amish" book ever! "

" I liked this book a lot. In fact I read it all in one day! Not a whole lot of words that I couldn't figure out like other Amish books have been. I'm excited to read the next book in the series coming out in the fall! "