The Beginner’s Quilt by talented wordsmith Wanda Brunstetter is a fascinating modern Christian Amish tale. I was riveted to this amazing story from the beginning. The Beginner’s Quilt is a prequel to Brunstetter’s highly popular Half-Stitched Amish Quilters Club series. It may be read as a stand alone or before you dive into the Half-Stitched series.
This is the story of Emma Bontrager, a shy young Amish maedel. She travels to Arthur, Illinois to spend the summer with her maternal grandparents. Emma has no interest in cooking or sewing. She would much rather be outside. Her grandmother is tasked with teaching her how to cook and sew.
This is such a good book. There are many Christian and life lessons tucked inside the entertaining story. The writing is exquisite. It draws readers into the characters’ lives and stories. Characters are carefully crafted. Each one is unique and lovable. Emma’s grandparents were two of my favorites.
The dialog sounded authentic. There are a few twists and turns to keep readers guessing. This is a wonderful book that can be shared with a book club or quilting circle. Even a group of friends would enjoy reading and discussing it. In the back is recipe from the story so that you may make it, too.
I highly recommend this beautiful story. It receives a 5 star rating from me. A complimentary copy was provided by the publisher, but these are my honest words.
About the Author
New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Wanda E. Brunstetter is one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre. She has written more than one hundred books translated in four languages. With over twelve million copies sold, Wanda’s stories consistently earn spots on the nation’s most prestigious bestseller lists and have received numerous awards. Wanda’s ancestors were part of the Anabaptist faith, and her novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Her books are read and trusted by many Amish people, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the people and their customs. When Wanda visits her Amish friends, she finds herself drawn to their peaceful lifestyle, sincerity, and close family ties. Wanda enjoys photography, ventriloquism, gardening, bird-watching, beachcombing, and spending time with her family. She and her husband, Richard, have been blessed with two grown children, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. To learn more about Wanda, visit her website at http://www.wandabrunstetter.com.
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