1. My Amish Childhood: A True Story of Faith, Family, and the Simpler Life
    Jerry S. Eicher
    Harvest House Publishers / 2013 / Trade Paperback
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  1. Judy K Burgi
    Kendallville, IN
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    A Spell Binding Read!
    March 1, 2013
    Judy K Burgi
    Kendallville, IN
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    I wasn't sure what to expect when I started to read this book. Wow, what a ride it was. The author described his life growing up in rural Honduras with such in sight that I could actually see the beauty and the ruggedness of the country. He spun an awesome story of what life was like in a poor country.

    The excitement of every day living was apparent. Parts of his story held me spellbound in terror of some of the goings on in this poor country. The locals took matters in their own hands. If they wanted something that belonged to you, it didn't matter, they took it. A lot of thieving went on.

    There are parts in this book that had me laughing out loud as I could appreciate the antics of the author as a young boy. He must have given his Mamm many nights of grief! There are also parts of this story that had me feeling sympathy for the quiet boy with the stuttering problem and the shame he felt.

    I enjoyed this book immensely. I was touched by his sharing of his conversion to Christ. I could feel for him with his guilt over his past sins and the tears that freely flowed. It is something all of us being followers of Christ has felt and gone through.

    I for one enjoyed growing up Amish with Jerry and I hope all those who read this review will buy this book and enjoy it too!

    I received this book from Harvest House Publishers and the author, Jerry Eicher in return for an honest review. The opinions expressed are mine alone.
  2. Robin Wallace
    Florida
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    My Amish Childhood was Enjoyable
    September 10, 2015
    Robin Wallace
    Florida
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    My Amish Childhood

    Jerry S. Eicher

    Book Summary: Bestselling fiction author Jerry S. Eicher (nearly half a million books sold) turns his pen to a moving memoir of his life growing up Amish. Jerry's mother was nineteen years old and nine months married when he was born. She had received Grandfather Stoll's permission for the wedding because she agreed to help out on the farm the following year. However, with Jerry on the way, those plans failed. Jerry recounts his first two years of school in the Amish community of Aylmer, Ontario and his parents' decision to move to Honduras. Life in that beautiful Central American country is seen through an Amish boy's eyes―and then the dark days when the community failed and the family returned to America, much to young Jerry's regret. Jerry also tells of his struggle as a stutterer and his eventual conversion to Christ and the reasons for his departure from the childhood faith he knew. Here is a must-read for not just Jerry's fiction fans, but also for readers curious about Amish life.

    Review: I will admit this is my first Jerry Eicher book. I loved his writing style and his ability to weave a perfect story around his growing up years. He has a way of making the mundane sound so interesting. It is like I am sitting in his living room telling these stories. He truly had an exciting childhood. His time in Central America was so very interesting in how they set up this community and the fun he and his family had. I love how he weaves in how the very things in his childhood led him away from the Amish life. It sounded mostly due to the stricter orders than the one his family was part of in Central America. To me it sounded like an ideal lifestyle of working together, family, and faith. The life in Central America could be a mirror to the Amish life, except for their worship styles. I think anytime someone can write an autobiography or biography and make it seem like a casual visit to that home is a winner.

    I would like to thank Net Galley and Harvest House for allowing me to read and review this book in return for a free copy and I was never asked to write a favorable review by anyone.

  3. Brenda
    WV
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Enjoyed learning about Mr. Eicher's upbringing
    February 20, 2013
    Brenda
    WV
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    I have enjoyed reading Jerry Eicher's Amish "stories" for quite some time. I always enjoy the way that he tells a story with hope and promise. I was totally enthralled to read his life story. While I knew he had Amish roots it was wonderful to actually get a glimpse at his childhood. I thought that it was interesting that he actually grew up in Honduras, not a place I readily think about in conjunction with the Amish. I enjoyed meeting his family, and while his wasn't probably the typical Amish upbringing, it made me realize that "Amish" are as varied and as different as anyone else. Overall, I felt like I met many of Mr. Eicher's family while reading this one, this book is certainly a keeper. I would recommend it to fans of Mr. Eicher, but also to anyone wishing to glimpse one man's story of "Amish" living. Recommended!

    A complimentary copy of this book was provided in exchange for an honest review.
  4. Rhonda Nash-hall
    Madison Heights VA
    Age: 45-54
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    My Amish Childhood by Jerry Eicher
    October 22, 2012
    Rhonda Nash-hall
    Madison Heights VA
    Age: 45-54
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    Jerry Eicher's books are among some of my favorite reads and I was really excited to find this one. Jerry tells of his years growing up in an Amish settlement in Honduras. He suffered with stuttering and this created much anxiety and depression for him. He also confessed to many misdeeds and mischievous and even, devious acts for which he later repented and apologized to the offended. Never having traveled to Honduras myself, Jerry's descriptions were so vivid that I could easily envision the mountains and scenery.

    This is a wonderful historical account of one Amish group's experience. It was very fascinating to me. I think Jerry's father was a bit of a rebel and certainly pushed the envelope as much as he dared without envoking the wrath of the church leaders. I highly recommend this book.
  5. Irene
    United States
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    Author Opens Up About His Early Life
    June 10, 2013
    Irene
    United States
    Quality: 4
    Value: 4
    Meets Expectations: 4
    This book is about the authors' childhood. The author, Jerry Eicher, is a well-known writer of Christian Amish fiction. If you have ever wondered what directed the author to write about the Amish you will want to read this book. I gave this book 4/5 stars. The descriptions of his days as a child are well written without too much detail. I liked that the author was willing to open up about his life growing up. I also liked how he described his family members and their faith. Although most of the book was interesting I found parts to just be boring. Now that is just my opinion so don't let it stop you from buying the book! I would recommend this book for fans of Amish Fiction and followers of Jerry Eicher's writings.

    I would like to thank the publisher for the copy of this book I enjoyed reading. I gave an honest review based on my opinion of what I read.
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