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Simple Choices (Harmony #3)

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Set your GPS for the small town of Harmony, Kansas, where a city girl becomes embroiled in mystery and romance. Graphic designer Gracie Temple is engaged to Sam Goodrich. As she returns from chaperoning her protégé, Hannah Mueller, during summer art classes in the city, Gracie is eager to finish her wedding plans and marry the man of her dreams. But unexpected events threa...more

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Published June 1st 2011 by Barbour Books

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Apr 25, 2012 Judy rated it 5 of 5 stars

This is the third and final book in The Harmony Series. This book begins with Gracie trying to convince Hannah to get her things packed so they can return to Harmony. Gracie talked Hannah's parents into letting Hannah go to Wichita for an art workshop for six weeks. Now Gracie is wondering if that was a mistake. Hannah has changed so much in the time she spent in Wichita. Hannah isn't happy about the situation but finally gets packed and her and Gracie return to Harmony. Gracie is worried about...more

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Jun 15, 2011 Charity rated it 5 of 5 stars

Well, this is the third book in a series I have come to really enjoy. I was sent this book for review and I have to say, this is one of my favorite Mennonite series! Simple Choices by Nancy Mehl is about a young lady, Grace, who is engaged to Sam. There is mystery along with a beautiful story line. This is a set of books that has made it through my reviewing and onto my bookshelf:) This doesn't often happen so you know they are special!

I have read the two previous books in this series and so I k...more Well, this is the third book in a series I have come to really enjoy. I was sent this book for review and I have to say, this is one of my favorite Mennonite series! Simple Choices by Nancy Mehl is about a young lady, Grace, who is engaged to Sam. There is mystery along with a beautiful story line. This is a set of books that has made it through my reviewing and onto my bookshelf:) This doesn't often happen so you know they are special!

I have read the two previous books in this series and so I knew exactly what had led up to this point. But even if you are stepping into the middle of the story, you will definitely be able to figure out what has been going on. There is a lot of mystery and excitement of an upcoming wedding. I have to say, one of my favorite parts in this book are the ones dealing with Gracie and Papa. This is her grandfather, not her father. He is dealing with Alzheimer's and is sometimes lucid and at other times he is back with his wife. But the points where him and Gracie are interacting were wonderful. But the part at the end was beautiful! I cried a little over it so make sure you have tissues handy!

The mystery part was pretty interesting. I had a good idea who the bad guy was but I wasn't positive. My favorite character is Gracie. Sam is my close second. His difficulty over coming to terms with his father, Pat, kept me urging and encouraging him. In a way I felt bad for Pat. And I wanted to slap Gracie a couple times for him:) Goes to show how well these characters crept into my life.

The young Mennonite girl who was thought to be kidnapped, Hannah, was a person I felt for. She wanted to be out on her own and she viewed Harmony as a little, backwards town. I have heard many young people who have grown up in this lifestyle say they felt oppressed. But at the same time, it was all in their view. Others from outside the small town, like Gracie, thought that Harmony was a great place and wonderful to settle down in. I guess it is all in the thinking:)

I read this book through in two days and had a hard time putting it down. I think the picture on the front is not a real good representation of what is inside. I loved the first two covers but this one just didn't have the pull for me that the other ones did. Sam looks pretty much like what I imagine him looking but Gracie does not look like what I imagine from the books. It was just me, but I didn't care for this cover.

This book was a well-written novel. Great ending to this series and I can't wait to see what Nancy has up her sleeve next! This is a series I will keep on my shelf. And for those of you who don't care for Amish books, this one is not like that! I don't care for Amish books myself but this is more Mennonite and it is not a lot of the book. I like the way the characters are shown as human and even the Mennonite pastor shows this! Great book and even greater series! This book can be found from the publisher, Barbour Publishing, or on Amazon. You won't want to miss this series!

I was sent a copy of this book for review purposes. I did not receive any monetary compensation. All thoughts are 100% mine.(less)

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May 27, 2011 Kristen rated it 4 of 5 stars

Simple Choices by Nancy Mehl is a Great Choice to Read!

Gracie is quickly regretting her choice to bring Mennonite teenager Hannah to Wichita for six weeks of art classes. Hannah, dressed in tight jeans and a tank top, is throwing a temper tantrum that rivals any thrown by the typical American teenager. And is that mascara and jewelery Gracie spies? There is no way Hannah's parents are going to let her stay with Mr. Monahan and attend a specialized Art High School for her senior year. Getting her...more

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Mar 14, 2012 Robin rated it 5 of 5 stars

Simple Choices
Nancy Mehl

One Simple Choice Changes Things Forever Freelance graphic designer Gracie Temple is trying to concentrate on her upcoming marriage to Sam Goodrich, the man of her dreams—until events make her simple life in Harmony, Kansas, a mess of complications and fear. Foremost there’s Hannah Mueller, daughter of the local Mennonite pastor and the girl Gracie sees as her protégé. Gracie promises Hannah’s parents that an art workshop in Wichita won’t adversely affect the shy Mennoni...more

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May 03, 2012 Abbie rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2011, barbour-books, netgalley-read, blog-reviewed

The 3rd and final book of the series opens with Gracie in Wichita with Hannah. Hannah does not want to go home to Harmony and Gracie fears Hannah’s parents will not be happy with the changes in Hannah. We are also 2 weeks away from Gracie and Sam’s wedding. Gracie’s mom and dad and her Grandpa who has Alzheimer’s are coming to Harmony for the wedding. Once back in Harmony Hannah’s parents are not happy with Gracie and soon Hannah turns up missing. The authorities believe Hannah ran away but Grac...more The 3rd and final book of the series opens with Gracie in Wichita with Hannah. Hannah does not want to go home to Harmony and Gracie fears Hannah’s parents will not be happy with the changes in Hannah. We are also 2 weeks away from Gracie and Sam’s wedding. Gracie’s mom and dad and her Grandpa who has Alzheimer’s are coming to Harmony for the wedding. Once back in Harmony Hannah’s parents are not happy with Gracie and soon Hannah turns up missing. The authorities believe Hannah ran away but Gracie does not think so and so begins the final mystery.

While they worry about Hannah, Gracie and Sam are also preparing for the big day. Gracie’s dad does not seem to like Sam which is making things go a little less smooth then they had hoped. Gracie is also getting to spend some time with her Grandpa as he is dealing with Alzheimer’s and every conversation she has with him is a gift. Will Hannah come home and will Sam and Gracie’s wedding go off with out a hitch? Read this final book to find out!

I have enjoyed this series so far and I was interested to see if the third and final book would be as good as the first two and and I was not disappointed. The topic of Hannah feeling trapped in Harmony and then coming home and disappearing made it very interesting. I really enjoyed the mystery in this book. I thought I knew how it was going to turn out, but the story would then take a different direction and I was not expecting the final outcome. The subplot with Gracie’s Grandpa and the family’s struggle to deal with Alzheimer’s was interesting and heartbreaking but the author did a great job of writing it. Over all I enjoyed the ending to the series but again I felt it was lacking Sam’s story and I felt it the most in this book.

Series Review: This was a good series. I was drawn in and felt the story lines of all three books where very good. I always worry about the middle book of a series because sometimes it’s the slowest but I did not feel that way with this book. I fell in love with all the characters and I even cried as I read the final chapter of the 3rd book I got that attached. The biggest draw back to this series is the lack of Sam telling his side of the story. Had he been a first person character I would have loved this series but this one issue only make it a good read instead of a great read for me. If you enjoy mystery, romance, humor and Christian values in your books I highly recommend this series!

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Oct 04, 2011 Camille rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 4-stars, amish-fiction, christian-fiction, net-galley-reviews, mennonite-fiction

Simple Choices by Nancy Mehl

And we're back in the small town of Harmony, Kansas for the third and final book in the Harmony series by Nancy Mehl.

Simple Choices finishes out the series in a beautiful way.

Just a heads up for my readers, if you have not read other books in the Harmony series, then SPOILER ALERT. I will try to give away as little as possible, but some things are unavoidable.

You can read my review of the first book by clicking here, and the second book by clicking here.

So, Gracie's w...more

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Apr 18, 2011 Janet rated it 4 of 5 stars

This is the 3rd book and final book in this series. It did not disappoint.

This was a great book to make you think about your christian life and how you should be living.

I loved how it came full circle with all the characters that were introduced, I didn't feel like there were too many that were brought in that were not needed, everyone had a good role and the character was developed. I didn't feel like this book was rushed or too long.

To me just a very well written book.

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Jan 13, 2012 Loraine rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: amish, mystery, romance

Gracie Temple has a penchant for getting her nose where it doesn't belong when her young Mennonite friend, Hannah, disappears. Meanwhile she's trying to get ready for her wedding, help take care of her grandfather who has Alzheimer's and her dad who is recovering from a broken leg, and reconcile her fiance and his dad. This fiesty young lady with a full plate leads us through a story with twists and turns that is very entertaining.

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Jan 12, 2012 Janette Mapes rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: contemporary-christian

The story line was good. Characters were well thought out. Kept me reading. However, I did not like the ending. It was like the author just wanted to get the ending done already. All the suspense added up & then she just ended it. I found it anticlimatic. For this reason I only thought I could give it 3 and half stars.

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Jun 13, 2012 Kristina rated it 3 of 5 stars

Disappointed with the end of this series. I was hoping it would be more like the first book. But still an enjoyable, easy read.

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Jul 01, 2011 Pegg rated it 4 of 5 stars

A fitting ending to the trilogy! I've enjoyed my time in Harmony, Kansas. Nancy Mehl does a good job of bringing this town to life. "Simple Choices" adds some new adventure and wraps up a lot of loose ends from the two previous books. If you've read the first two, you don't want to miss this one!

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Jan 10, 2013 Hannah rated it 5 of 5 stars

The best book ever!!! I was going to cry when Papa ( her grandpa) died! It was sooo sweet and the suspense was killing me !!!

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Nancy Mehl lives in Wichita, Kansas with her husband, Norman, and her very active puggle, Watson. First published in 2001, she has now authored nine books, including an omnibus mystery collection, Cozy in Kansas, which contains three of her previously published Ivy Towers mysteries. Book three in the series, For Whom the Wedding Bell Tolls, won the American Christian Fiction Writers Mystery Book o...more

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