Natalie M. (natalietahoe) -
Helpful Score: 4
I enjoyed this quite a bit. Although a quick read, it's an exceptionally smart mystery, and it certainly does an effective job in telling a sound story full of absorbing insights into the Amish way of life. There are intelligent layers within this story, of both the personal lives of the Professor and his wife, but also of the Amish community and the politics of the English living side by side with the Plain People. The characters were exceedingly interesting with each scene (my personal favorites: the Professor, his wife, and Sheriff Robertson), and I was caught up in the mystery of it all. I had no idea who did the kidnapping, who committed murder, until the scenes unfolded before me. P.L. Gaus has combined the surrounding Amish countryside and charming characters into a developed and well-researched journey of a mystery. This is book one in the Amish-Country Mystery series, so there's no doubt that I'm interested to pick up the next one.
I also must admit that there were times, especially towards the end, when my throat closed up as I read, and I'm pretty sure if someone asked me a question at that exact moment, or tried to talk with me, I'd have to blink back some tears and collect myself before trying to speak.
I also must admit that there were times, especially towards the end, when my throat closed up as I read, and I'm pretty sure if someone asked me a question at that exact moment, or tried to talk with me, I'd have to blink back some tears and collect myself before trying to speak.
Helpful Score: 2
I loved the book....and will read again and again!
Helpful Score: 1
It was very good. I am not sure what was more interesting mystery or the look into the Amish way of life. Very good perspective of Amish life and some the descrimination they are up against because they choose a different style of life. Strong characters. Look forward to book 2.
Helpful Score: 1
OKAY, I am pretty lame! What got my attention was the cover and it reminded me of the reality show "Amish Mafia".
The book is as everyone says! Great story, suspensful but mostly educational about the Amish ways. I live in the West and have not a clue to the true Amish ways. This author is excellent at story telling and enlightening.
Can't wait for the second book.
The book is as everyone says! Great story, suspensful but mostly educational about the Amish ways. I live in the West and have not a clue to the true Amish ways. This author is excellent at story telling and enlightening.
Can't wait for the second book.
