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  1. Shoopette
    Indiana
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    "The Calling" Review
    January 23, 2014
    Shoopette
    Indiana
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    Quality: 4
    Value: 4
    Meets Expectations: 3
    This review was written for The Calling, Inn at Eagle Hill Series #2.
    Even though this is the second book in the series, it seemed as if the characters were even harder to keep straight in this one than the last one. I also didn't connect as well with Bethany as I did with Rose in the previous novels. Most likely it's because I am closer in age to Rose. I thought Bethany was a very interesting and entertaining character in the first novel, and I found this to be the case again. I just wasn't as emotionally invested in her or in her relationships. However, there were some issues that were brought up in this novel that were handled very well.

    The Sisters in the story were also very entertaining (why does an Amish family of four sisters have so many things?!), and Bethany's relationship with them was unique and made for some fun plot twists. To me these weren't entirely realistic, but I don't need that to be the complete focus in a fiction novel. Those types of things make the novel more fun to read.

    Not only were there tons of characters in this novel, but there were many different plots as well. These varied plots seemed to step on one another at times and sometimes didn't seem to be related. It almost felt like reading disconnected observations rather than a composite story, although thins did come together closer to the end.

    Although things did wrap up more at the end of this novel, there were still things that will need to be played out in the next book.

    The Calling is a nice novel that deals with some complex issues with grace and hope.
  2. My Book Addiction
    North Carolina
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: female
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    A great read!
    January 23, 2014
    My Book Addiction
    North Carolina
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: female
    This review was written for The Calling, Inn at Eagle Hill Series #2.
    THE CALLING by Suzanne Woods Fisher is another exciting inspirational Contemporary Amish Romance set in Eagle Hill, Stoney Ridge. #2 in "The Inn at Eagle Hill" series, and I must say, I believe you should read book 1 first, "The Letter" just to understand the characters, and storyline a bit better. Whose who better! With this said, "The Calling" touches on a very difficult topic mental Illness and how the Amish deals with this issue. Bethany is one of five sisters, she is searching for answers and looking for love. What she finds is a mystery, a secret that is shocking to say the least, scandal, healing and forgiveness. A must read for anyone who enjoys tender romances, twists and turns and the simple life of the Amish people. Who has the same hurts, and difficulties as the rest of the world. They just deal with things differently. "The Calling" will steal your heart, as the characters come to life. I love this phrase

    " A girl must never chase after a boy"! A great read! Ms. Fisher is a wonderful storyteller, who describes today's issues with grace and wonder. Well done! Received for an honest review from the publisher.

    *Coming from Revell Books January 2014*

    RATING: 4

    HEAT RATING: SWEET

    REVIEWED BY: AprilR, Courtesy of My Book Addiction and More
  3. mom2boys
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    January 19, 2014
    mom2boys
    Quality: 4
    Value: 4
    Meets Expectations: 4
    This review was written for The Calling, Inn at Eagle Hill Series #2.
    This is the first book I have read by author Suzanne Woods Fisher. As the 2nd book in the series, it was a little slow going in the beginning but it did provide the necessary history to help the reader follow the storyline. I would recommend reading the first book in the series, The Letters, first to get a better understanding of the history of the Schrock family and The Inn at Eagle Hill.

    One of my favorite parts of this book are Bethanys grandmother's "words of wisdom" interspersed throughout the story. Some of her "words of wisdom" were just a little odd to me, but some were of particular interest to me as a mom of 2 boys. For example, "Wann'd der Sohn hawwe witt, muscht dich mit der Mudder halde" which means "She that would the son win must with the mother first begin". These are wise words. Also, Bethany's grandmother's favorite saying about Bethany's 9 and 11 year old brother was "Buwe Uffziehe is so leicht as Eise verdaue" which means Raising boys is as easy as digesting nails.

    I was particularly touched by Bethany's developing relationship with Rusty, one of the girls at the Group Home. Bethany works hard to understand why Rusty is the way and is and learns a lot in the process. The scene where Rusty and Bethany make bread together stands out to me as a symbol of truly living and showing Christ's love.

    There are many twists and turns in this storyline. They keep the pages turning and the reader interested in finding out what is going to happen next.
  4. inspiremichelle
    Loureauville, LA
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    Great Amish Book
    January 16, 2014
    inspiremichelle
    Loureauville, LA
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This review was written for The Calling, Inn at Eagle Hill Series #2.
    The Calling, Book 2 of The Inn of Eagle Hill series by Suzanne Woods Fisher

    The Calling was a remarkable Amish book. Bethany Schrock a young Amish woman is living on edge after a bad break up. She is being harassed by Jake Hertzler. And has just discovered her mother she thought abandoned her is really living in a home for the mental ill. Her days and nights are lived in fear of becoming mentally ill. Jimmy Fisher has his eyes on Bethany. She has doubts about his sincerity and does not trust her own feelings. She is able to find guidance and relief with the antics of the 5 sisters of the Sisters House and out of work English pastor Geena Spencer.

    I loved the dynamics of the characters. The author Suzanne Woods Fisher handled the arduous subject of mental illness with integrity and respect. I found her facts to be right on. This book had a little of everything, mystery, romance, humor and to top it off was full of a strong faith. I give The Calling 4 stars.

    I want to give a high-five to the author and publisher for bringing compelling Christian books that are entertaining and give hope to the reader with stories of faith. Revell a division of Baker Publishing Group provided me with this book in exchange for my honest review and I am so grateful for their, the authors and publishers generosity.
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