About the Book
Book: Magdelena’s Choice
Author: Molly Jebber
Genre: AMISH HISTORICAL ROMANCE
Release date: January 25, 2022
As the daughter of a wealthy rancher, Magdelena Beachy may not truly need her job at the Amish Charm Bakery, but she enjoys tending to customers, be they neighbors or curious Englischers. Only one thing would make life sweeter, and that’s if Toby Schlabach would court her. It’s not just his dimples and smile that warm Magdelena’s heart—she admires his kindness and values. Yet she worries their chance may slip away . . .
With his daed ill and his mother and sister depending on him, Toby can’t yet offer Magdelena the future she deserves. But even as he nears his goal, he learns her father has arranged a match with another suitor. Magdelena risks shunning if she goes against her family. Choosing a path will take courage as well as faith—in God’s plan, and in this steadfast, tender love . . .
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About the Author
Molly Jebber is a best-selling and award-winning author of Amish Historical Romance. Molly’s books have been featured in Publisher’s Weekly Best Ten lists, USA Today’s HEA, featured in live video on Naples News, many media outlets across the U.S. You’ll find her books on most stores the first three months of their release across the U.S, UK, Canada, and more. She’s been interviewed on television, and she’s a touring speaker for Women’s Christian Connection, other women’s professional organizations, and she offers presentations on writing, agent or no agent, publishing, and marketing. She also speaks about the Amish lifestyles and traditions. She says the most rewarding part about writing stories is meeting wonderful readers who become friends through social media and at her speaking events. Please visit her website: http://www.mollyjebber.com for a full list of her books, speaking events and recipes.
She loves God, her family, and friends and Florida sunshine. She says yes to swimming, the beach, golf, and time with her family and friends, and no to coconut, onions, and skydiving!
More from Molly
Magdelena faces difficult decisions when having a difference of opinion with her parents. If she goes against them, she’ll face serious consequences. Sometimes we have family situations that arise, and they require us to search our heart for how to deal with them. Toby also faces hardship, tragedy, and being judged wrongly by others. Toby and Magdelena are sure God has a plan for their lives, but they’re not sure if they are following his will. They pray for guidance. You’ll enjoy their friends and how they come into play in this story. We all have friends we love, and memories we make with them. They root for us. The same goes for this couple. You’ll wonder what will happen next, and just when you think things are better, something else happens. I hope you enjoy the story. Don’t forget to sign up for a chance to win the grand prize at the end of this tour!
My Thoughts
Magdelena’s Choice is part of the Amish Charm Bakery Series that is written by Molly Jebber. I have read most of the series, but not all of the books. This book is set in 1914. I love how much detail the author puts into making her story as accurate as possible. I did not realize how common that arranged marriages for the Amish Community was back then. This story focuses on Magdelena. She comes from a wealthy family. She has a crush on Toby. However, Toby does not come from a wealthy family. Toby however is a very hard worker and wants to get his nerves together to ask for permission to court Magdelena. His dad has been sick, and he has been trying to make sure he has enough money to support her the way she is used to.
However, a new family moves to town. This family is more aligned with Magdelena's. By this I mean they are more well off then Toby and his family. Magdelena's family hits it off with the new family - and Magdelena is arranged to marry one of their sons. Magdelena does not want to do this - and wants to marry Toby. Her family will not hear of it.
What would happen if Magdelena and Toby defied what their family wanted. Will Magdelena's family shun her? Will they force her into a marriage she does not want to be in?
I love how the author brought these characters to life. I really felt like I was watching everything unfold. She always does such a great job with this. Her characters are well written, well developed. I received a copy of this book through the Celebrate Lit Blogging Program, All thoughts are my own.
Blog Stops
The Avid Reader, January 29
Bizwings Blog, January 29
Bigreadersite, January 30
Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, January 30
She Lives To Read, January 31
Texas Book-aholic, January 31
Lighthouse Academy Blog, February 1 (Guest Review from Marilyn Ridgway)
Inklings and notions, February 1
For Him and My Family, February 2
Simple Harvest Reads, February 2 (Guest Review from Donna Cline)
Abba’s Prayer Warrior Princess, February 3
Older & Smarter?, February 4
Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, February 4
deb’s Book Review, February 5
Happily Managing a Household of Boys, February 5
Locks, Hooks and Books, February 6
Ashley’s Clean Book Reviews, February 7
SusanLovesBooks, February 7
Library Lady’s Kid Lit, February 8
Connie’s History Classroom, February 9
A Modern Day Fairy Tale, February 10 (Spotlight)
Splashes of Joy, February 10
Musings of a Sassy Bookish Mama, February 11
Giveaway
To celebrate her tour, Molly is giving away the grand prize of a $75 Amazon gift!!
Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.
https://promosimple.com/ps/193cb/magdelena-s-choice-celebration-tour-giveaway
Great review, thank you. Sounds like a good book.
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ReplyDeleteMolly, Magdelena's Choice sounds like a wonderful romance for me to enjoy! Thanks for sharing it with me! Thanks, Connie's History Classroom, for sharing your thoughts! Have an awesome day!
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ReplyDeleteThank you for the informative review. This book is one for the TBR, for sure.
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ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your thoughts on this story, it sounds like a wonderful book and series
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