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A grieving widow. A steadfast carpenter. An abandoned baby with the power to heal—or break—both of their hearts. When Sarah Yoder discovers a swaddled infant on her doorstep one snowy Thanksgiving night, it’s a miracle, a second chance to fill the emptiness in her heart. Naming the baby Hope, she pours all her love into the little girl. Then whispers ripple through Pine Creek and Sarah soon finds that Hope’s arrival brings as many questions as it does moments of joy. Abram Miller has always admired Sarah from afar, his heart patient and true. As he steps in to help her with baby ...

Can the glow of Christmas candles illuminate the path to love and purpose? A year after watching her brother David find unexpected love, Eunice Beiler returns to Spring Haven questioning her own future. The last place she expects to find direction is in Daniel Lehman's candle shop, where his quiet strength and dedication to craft speaks to something deep in her heart. As they work side by side crafting special candles for the community's Christmas celebration, their shared creativity sparks more than just beautiful lights. But when shadows from the past threaten their growing feelings, both...

Three motherless children. Two broken hearts. One Christmas miracle waiting to happen. Widower David Beiler's faith is tested when he returns to Spring Haven with his children. His only hope: Mary Hersh, a gentle soul hiding her own painful past. Hired to watch his children, she also brings warmth back to his home. As snow falls on Spring Haven, David and Mary's past struggles and grief blossom into an unexpected connection. But when long-buried secrets threaten to shatter their fragile bond, they must choose: either retreat to the safety of solitude, or risk everything for a love that ...

Can love and faith stitch together a broken heart and create a new family? Sarah, a quilt-maker and mother to young Eli, has built a life of quiet resilience after her husband's death. When her old childhood friend Jonas returns from the Englischer world to settle his father's estate, he brings with him a storm of change, reigniting old friendships and sparking new possibilities. Little by little, Jonas pulls Sarah and Eli from the fragile grief still burdening them, offering a window into a new future. Together. But when her son falls ill, fear casts a shadow over their budding connection....

Can the quiltmaker's tender heart mend her blacksmith's shattered dreams? Hannah has always been captivated by Samuel, her best friend's brother, whose engagement's abrupt end left him adrift. Their friendship blossoms into something more with a simple invitation for a buggy ride, sparking rumors and whispers in their tight-knit Amish community. But when a snowstorm forces Hannah to seek refuge in Samuel's home, their unchaperoned night, spent in utmost propriety, ignites scandal. As dawn breaks and gossip swirls, Hannah wrestles with doubt: Is their budding love true, or is she merely a ...

Will a surprising love flourish within the confines of tradition? Or is it doomed before it even begins? Naomi Bontrager, a skilled baker known for her steadfast commitment to her community's Ordnung, finds herself drawn to Eli Hersh, an innovative carpenter whose unconventional methods both intrigue and concern her. Torn between the comfort of tradition and the allure of Eli's adventurous spirit, Naomi must navigate the expectations of her family and the well-intentioned meddling of those around her. When Eli's cutting-edge stable design unexpectedly collapses and he departs on Rumspringa,...

Will her choice between two brothers shatter the bonds of family and faith? In Lancaster County, Tabitha King is caught in a storm of the heart. Peter Zook's quiet strength offers a suretey and stability she longs for, while his younger brother Saul's infectious joy awakens long-forgotten dreams and laughter. As autumn leaves fall while the harvest is reaped, Tabitha's indecision plants seeds of discord in their close-knit Amish community. Whispers travel faster than a buggy, and soon Tabitha is stuck in the middle of a controversy that threatens to upend more than just her carefully ...

Can Levi find the courage to embrace a love that challenges everything he knows? The youngest brother in a devout Amish family, Levi's life is steeped in tradition and guided by faith. But when Hannah visits his community, Levi is drawn to the kind, curious Englischer with a heart full of doubt. As Levi and Hannah forge an unlikely bond, their connection threatens to unravel the foundations their lives. As his heart opens to new possibilities, he must confront fear and uncertainty, fighting for their unexpected love. With the weight of expectation and the judgment of his community bearing ...

Torn between two worlds, how much will they sacrifice for a chance at forever? Lydia Zook's life follows the steady, well-trodden path of family, community, and an unwavering Amish faith. A chance meeting with Joel Hershberger sends her down a detour she never expected. Drawn to his wild spirit and tender heart, Lydia soon finds herself dreaming of a future beyond the confines of her simple life. But as the two embark down the exciting path of their rumspringa journey, they’re caught between the world they've always known and the glittering allures of the Englischer world. Duty or desire,...

When duty and desire collide, will Jedidiah find the strength to follow his heart? As the eldest son, the foundation of Jedidiah's life is rooted in his steadfast responsibility to familye. But when a captivating newcomer comes to Cedar Creek, Jedidiah is torn between the obligations he has always known, and the promise of a future filled with love. Rebecca, the new schoolteacher, brings a bright hope and joy to Jedidiah's world. As they grow closer, he begins to question choices he once held certain. But the path to happiness is never easy, and Jedidiah soon finds himself caught in a web ...

Can love survive the test of time and temptation in the heart of Amish country? Leah and Jacob's once-idyllic courtship faces its greatest challenge yet with the return of Isaac and Rachel from their Rumspringa. Her time away changed Rachel, and Leah worries her dear friend will leave the community forever. When Jacob devotes himself to helping Rachel reintegrate into the community at the expense of spending time with Leah, she questions where his heart truly lies. With each passing day, the distance between Leah and Jacob grows, while Isaac's presence offers unexpected comfort—and a ...

Can true love bloom from the ashes of a painful past? When Ezra Hershberger returns to Lancaster County after five years away, he brings with him a heart full of regret and a determination to make amends—especially to Ruth Glick, the woman he once hurt deeply. Ruth, now a dedicated schoolteacher, thought she'd closed the chapter on Ezra and their tumultuous history. But his return stirs long-buried feelings and threatens to unsettle her carefully ordered world. As Ruth grapples with forgiveness and unexpected attraction, a charming newcomer arrives in their close-knit Amish community. ...

Can a fierce rivalry be mended by love or is it set in stone? Rebecca Miller, a spirited quilter known for her vibrant designs, finds herself constantly at odds with Elijah Schwartz, a principled carpenter and respected community leader. As their public disputes become the talk of the town, sparks fly every time they clash. But when the bishop's wife assigns them to co-plan the Harvest Festival, an unexpected partnership forms. Will working side by side sow the seeds of understanding, or will their disagreements ruin the festival? As they navigate the challenges of festival planning and ...

In the shadows of grief, will love find a way to bloom? When Hannah Lapp's cousin Esther returns to their Amish community, still grieving the loss of her fiancé Jacob, Hannah's world is turned upside down. As fate would have it, Hannah finds herself drawn to the handsome new carpenter in town, Caleb Yoder—the late Jacob's brother. Though an instant connection sparks between them, Hannah hesitates, worried about reopening the scarred wounds of Esther's past. But as Hannah and Caleb grow closer, she can’t deny the connection between them. And as Esther finds solace and purpose ...

When two wounded hearts collide, will they find the strength to love again? Katie Fisher's world is shaped by the rhythms of her Amish community—the joy she finds in her bakery, the laughter of her loved ones, and the quiet certainty of her faith. But when disgraced Levi Yoder returns to Willow Valley, the ghosts in his wake threaten to disrupt the peace she's so carefully cultivated. Irresistibly drawn together, Katie and Levi explore the tentative, uncharted territory of their own hearts. As they work side by side, they realize that the greatest risk might not lie in the judgment of ...

Will love and faith guide a lost son back home for good? Can he mend the shattered hearts he left behind? Abel Bontrager returns to his Amish roots in Cedar Creek seeking solace from a tragedy that shattered his Englischer life to pieces, only to find himself face-to-face with Ruth Yoder, the woman he left behind. As old feelings resurface, Abel must prove his commitment to the community and to Ruth, while navigating the skepticism and disapproval of those around them, especially Ruth's brother Ezekiel. As a devastating barn fire tests Abel's resolve and shifts perceptions, love blossoms ...

Is the promise of a new beginning real or just a beautiful illusion? Rachel's return from rumspringa ignites a passion for sharing sewing techniques that fit the Ordnung yet offer innovation. Isaac, sharing her vision, sees a similar opportunity for carpentry. Together, they plan a set of workshops to share their knowledge with the community and find tender affections sprouting to life. But the sudden reappearance of Elijah brings uncertainty and confusion. Has Elijah come to Cedar Creek to join Rachel? Or does he have another, more selfish motive? As Elijah weaves himself back into her ...

When the flames of tragedy consume his dreams, will the spark of love reignite his heart? In the close-knit Amish community of Cedar Creek, Caleb's hands, calloused from coaxing beauty from wood, speak louder than words. But when work on his greatest masterpiece falters, a chance encounter with Esther, whose quilts capture his eye and heart, offers unexpected inspiration. As their bond grows over shared craftsmanship and stolen glances, tragedy strikes, leaving Caleb questioning his faith and purpose. Even Esther's gentle spirit, which sees hope in life's most tattered moments, struggles to...