Plain Proposal (Daughters of the Promise #5)
by
Beth Wiseman (Goodreads Author)
Miriam Raber takes a bold stand when her Amish boyfriend considers leaving their community. "Whatever he chooses, I'm going with him."
Miriam Raber enjoys life in her Old Order Amish community, and she is hopeful that Saul Fisher will propose to her soon. But when Saul starts talking about leaving the only world either of them has ever known, Miriam imagines what her life
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Published
March 29th 2011
by Thomas Nelson Publishers
(first published January 1st 2011)
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Miriam Raber takes a bold stand when her Amish boyfriend considers leaving their community. "Whatever he chooses, I'm going with him."
Miriam Raber enjoys life in her Old Order Amish community, and she is hopeful that Saul Fisher will propose to her soon. But when Saul starts talking about leaving the only world either of them has ever known, Miriam imagines what her life might look like as an Englischer. One thing she knows for certain, she loves Saul and feels he's the one God has chosen for he...more
Miriam Raber enjoys life in her Old Order Amish community, and she is hopeful that Saul Fisher will propose to her soon. But when Saul starts talking about leaving the only world either of them has ever known, Miriam imagines what her life might look like as an Englischer. One thing she knows for certain, she loves Saul and feels he's the one God has chosen for he...more
This book had some issues. My biggest complaint was that the author's biggest weakness seemed to be dialog. Sometimes the characters were kind of stiff and other times they were clearly saying something only to explain a point to the reader. And the few times kids appeared, they were written with really poor grammar, which made no sense because none of the adults around them talked like that. I am fairly ignorant of Amish culture and took it on faith that the author did enough research. However,...more
As you have probably noticed, I have been reading more and more Amish fiction. There is a reason for this, it is good!! So far all the books that I have read have been extremely enjoyable and this was definitely one of them.
I know that this is a series book and I have not read the other books before this, but it was still great. I didn’t feel lost and the characters were very much alive to me.
I like the fact that some of the situations that Miriam was going through any woman can experience. How...more
I know that this is a series book and I have not read the other books before this, but it was still great. I didn’t feel lost and the characters were very much alive to me.
I like the fact that some of the situations that Miriam was going through any woman can experience. How...more
My Comments:
The summary above makes it sound like Miriam's romance in the focus of this book; yet in many ways it is not. Beth Wiseman also explores the relationship between Miriam and her family, between Miriam and her cousin and between Saul and his family. As Amish fiction goes, it is a bit on the religious side and features one of the characters finding God in her life, but I wouldn't call it a preachy book. I question how realistic it is, but since I've never met any real Amish, I'll leave...more
The summary above makes it sound like Miriam's romance in the focus of this book; yet in many ways it is not. Beth Wiseman also explores the relationship between Miriam and her family, between Miriam and her cousin and between Saul and his family. As Amish fiction goes, it is a bit on the religious side and features one of the characters finding God in her life, but I wouldn't call it a preachy book. I question how realistic it is, but since I've never met any real Amish, I'll leave...more
Title: PLAIN PROPOSAL
Author: Beth Wiseman
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
March 2011
ISBN: 978-1-59554-850-4
Genre: Inspirational/Amish
Miriam Raber’s cousin Shelby’s parents are going through a divorce, and Shelby has been sent to live with Miriam and her family for awhile. Shelby is confused and hurting, and Miriam longs to reach out to her—but that the same time, Saul Fisher has finally asked Miriam out. Saul is the man that Miriam has loved ever since they were little.
Saul feels guilty about dating Mir...more
Author: Beth Wiseman
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
March 2011
ISBN: 978-1-59554-850-4
Genre: Inspirational/Amish
Miriam Raber’s cousin Shelby’s parents are going through a divorce, and Shelby has been sent to live with Miriam and her family for awhile. Shelby is confused and hurting, and Miriam longs to reach out to her—but that the same time, Saul Fisher has finally asked Miriam out. Saul is the man that Miriam has loved ever since they were little.
Saul feels guilty about dating Mir...more
Plain Proposal was anything but plain. Beth Wiseman is an expert writer in that she knows what readers really want in a book. Something that makes us think, doesn't use foul language and leads us more and more toward our Lord and Savior. She delivers every time.
In this next part of the series, Shelby is an "English" young woman who has had a troubled life since her parents divorce and is being sent to live with her Amish relatives. Miriam and her parents are not sure what to expect when Shelby a...more
In this next part of the series, Shelby is an "English" young woman who has had a troubled life since her parents divorce and is being sent to live with her Amish relatives. Miriam and her parents are not sure what to expect when Shelby a...more
Grow old along with me, the best is yet to be. - Robert Browning
in the Old Order Amish community of Paradise, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Miriam Raber and Saul Fisher are in their rumschpringe - the running-around period when a teenager turns sixteen years old. they are allowed as much freedom as they can to experience Englisch or non-Amish life before they decide to be baptized.
ever since they can recall, they only have eyes for each other. Miriam knows that Saul would be her husband somed...more
in the Old Order Amish community of Paradise, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Miriam Raber and Saul Fisher are in their rumschpringe - the running-around period when a teenager turns sixteen years old. they are allowed as much freedom as they can to experience Englisch or non-Amish life before they decide to be baptized.
ever since they can recall, they only have eyes for each other. Miriam knows that Saul would be her husband somed...more
Mar 26, 2011
Molly
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
all Amish lovers, everyone
Recommended to Molly by:
Netgalley, BookSneeze
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The queen of Amish fiction brought her readers a wonderful conclusion to her Daughters of the Promise series. I was hooked from page one and I felt like I was back visiting with family, as I read Beth's breath taking novel following Miriam Raber's story. Beth's talent is masterful and should be bragged about by all her readers!
Miriam's sweet story drew me in, not only because of her character being one from past novels, but also because of her amazing, tender heart. She was so kind when her cou...more
Miriam's sweet story drew me in, not only because of her character being one from past novels, but also because of her amazing, tender heart. She was so kind when her cou...more
4.5 Stars
To say that I'm a huge fan of Beth Wiseman would be the understatement of the year. I just cannot get enough of her books! Her books all have simple Amish storylines, but there's something about them that draws me in every single time.
Now, I'm a huge fan of Amish fiction, in general, and have been since Beverly Lewis' first book. I have learned so much about their lifestyle, their beliefs, and their quiet strengths. But the way those characteristics are displayed in a Beth Wiseman book...more
To say that I'm a huge fan of Beth Wiseman would be the understatement of the year. I just cannot get enough of her books! Her books all have simple Amish storylines, but there's something about them that draws me in every single time.
Now, I'm a huge fan of Amish fiction, in general, and have been since Beverly Lewis' first book. I have learned so much about their lifestyle, their beliefs, and their quiet strengths. But the way those characteristics are displayed in a Beth Wiseman book...more
I enjoyed this book and finding out about old friends, but you do not need to have read the other books to read this one. This is the 6th book in the series including Seek Me With All Your Heart. This book is the story of Miriam Raber and Saul Fisher's romance. It is also the story of a lost girl, a distant cousin to the Raber family....Shelby Raber.
I enjoyed the interaction and the closeness that Miriam and Shelby achieve. You can see God's hand in all that happens in the story. I loved the su...more
I enjoyed the interaction and the closeness that Miriam and Shelby achieve. You can see God's hand in all that happens in the story. I loved the su...more
Plain Proposal is the fifth book in the series "The Daughters of the Promise" by Beth Wiseman. The book follows the story of Miriam Raber, who has long been in love with Saul Fisher. However, Saul dreams of leaving the Old Order Amish community to fulfill his own dreams. Miriam must question herself if leaving with him is what she wants for herself or if she only desires to change so that she doesn't lose him. Her parents have to learn the lesson of trusting God's will for their child's life ove...more
Each Daughters of the Promise novel focuses on a woman's journey into an Amish community where she discovers new meaning to the words of Faith~Hope~and Love.
This last book in the series tells of Miriam and Saul...
From the time they are children they seem to notice one another , he thinking how she is such a Good girl and pretty too, she thinking how brave and strong this young boy is. over the years she is captivated and knows in her heart when grown this boy she will marry.
when her mother hear...more
This last book in the series tells of Miriam and Saul...
From the time they are children they seem to notice one another , he thinking how she is such a Good girl and pretty too, she thinking how brave and strong this young boy is. over the years she is captivated and knows in her heart when grown this boy she will marry.
when her mother hear...more
Miriam Raber has loved Saul Fisher since they were kids. She dreames of a life with Saul. When her friends dare her to go and speak to him, it sends her on a path she never thought she would take. Miriam loves God with her whole heart but will she leave the community to be with Saul?
Saul Fisher has a dream he hopes one day to fulfill. After the loss of his mother and sister he finds himself taking care of his brothers and his father who has taken to drinking his homemade wine. It leaves Saul wo...more
Saul Fisher has a dream he hopes one day to fulfill. After the loss of his mother and sister he finds himself taking care of his brothers and his father who has taken to drinking his homemade wine. It leaves Saul wo...more
18 year old Miriam is planning to be baptized and continue in her Amish Faith in Lancaster County surrounded by her loving family and friends. Miriam's English cousin Shelby is sent away from her home in TX to live with Miriam and her family. Hoping the time away from her troubled friends and backlash of her parents divorse. Shelby feels abandoned and unloved by all, especially God. Miriam and Shelby become like sisters sharing in their dreams for the future. Miriam secretly is in love with Saul...more
Miriam and Saul are made for each other. But the road they travel is a rocky one. Miriam has always been ready to be a godly wife and mother, never thinking she will leave the community where she belongs. Saul has lead a double life. On one hand he has been a wonderful member of the community, and on the other he is a man with multiple family problems. The loss of his mother has led his father to drink, something Saul has tried to keep out of the public square. But, he doesn't think he can take...more
4.5 Stars
Miriam has loved Saul from a far as long as she can remember. Finally she get the courage up and talks to him and she soon finds herself spending time with him and seeing a future together. Though there is rumors saying Saul is going to leave the community in the fall. Will Miriam follow him if he does? Saul has loved Miriam for years but knowing he plans to leave the community he has stayed away from her. But when she starts talking to him he finds himself not being able to stay away....more
Miriam has loved Saul from a far as long as she can remember. Finally she get the courage up and talks to him and she soon finds herself spending time with him and seeing a future together. Though there is rumors saying Saul is going to leave the community in the fall. Will Miriam follow him if he does? Saul has loved Miriam for years but knowing he plans to leave the community he has stayed away from her. But when she starts talking to him he finds himself not being able to stay away....more
Miriam has had her eyes set on the attractive but bad boy Saul Fisher since they were both still in grade school. Now, unwilling to believe that Saul is leaving the community she begins a relationship with Saul that could possibly leave her heartbroken. Saul is determined to be a chef in a fancy restaurant in Pittsburgh. However, when his dad starts drinking again, he's not sure he can leave his two younger brothers behind to deal with their dad alone. Will Saul be able to give up his dream of b...more
Plain Proposal by Beth Wiseman
Plain Proposal is the 5th book in Beth Wiseman's series, The Daughters of the Promise.
I received a copy of Plain Proposal as an advance review copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I am under no obligation to write a positive review, just an honest one.
I will also start off by saying that I have not read the first 4 books in this series, and I had no problem reading this one, therefore, I consider it a stand-alone novel, even if it is part of a large...more
Plain Proposal is the 5th book in Beth Wiseman's series, The Daughters of the Promise.
I received a copy of Plain Proposal as an advance review copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I am under no obligation to write a positive review, just an honest one.
I will also start off by saying that I have not read the first 4 books in this series, and I had no problem reading this one, therefore, I consider it a stand-alone novel, even if it is part of a large...more
Plain Proposal by Beth Wiseman is the fifth book in the Daughter’s of the Promise series. In this book, we follow Miriam Raber, who has fallen in love with someone in her Old Order Amish community and he wants to leave the community to pursue his dream in becoming a chef. I thought this was really unusual for an Amish book because not many Amish are boys are raised to cook. Saul, the boy she has fallen in love with, however lost his mother and since there were all boys in his family he has to le...more
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I truly appreciate receiving this complimentary copy of Plain Proposal by Beth Wiseman from Goodreads First Reads. I found it to be a quick read that I enjoyed immensely. This book provided a glimpse of the Amish culture which seemed to include obtaining an inner peace, being supportive to one another in the community, and having a close relationship with God. Choices had to be made during "Rumspringa" whether to take an "Englisher" lifestyle or to stay committed to the Amish order. I also appre...more
BETH WISEMAN'S "PLAIN PROPOSAL" (A REVIEW)
This is actually the first Amish novel I've ever read and I can honestly say that I loved it. Part of me found myself wishing I could live such a life in all its simplicity even in the face of adversity and the hard work they perform every day. This book is not just about a love story but also about making decisions, learning your place in life and figuring out what you truly want.
I love the way Beth Wiseman writes, you can see the characters and the lan...more
This is actually the first Amish novel I've ever read and I can honestly say that I loved it. Part of me found myself wishing I could live such a life in all its simplicity even in the face of adversity and the hard work they perform every day. This book is not just about a love story but also about making decisions, learning your place in life and figuring out what you truly want.
I love the way Beth Wiseman writes, you can see the characters and the lan...more
i really enjoyed this book this is the 5th book in a series it was different then the rest of the amish books i read.
it is about a girl named Mirian she has been in love with Saul all her life and know one knows why he is a troubled kid, but Mirian knew the other side of him. So when Mirian started to see Saul her parents did not like it. So she had to sneek around to see him. Her cousin Shelby she is english came to visit them for the summer because her parents were getting a devorce. She was...more
it is about a girl named Mirian she has been in love with Saul all her life and know one knows why he is a troubled kid, but Mirian knew the other side of him. So when Mirian started to see Saul her parents did not like it. So she had to sneek around to see him. Her cousin Shelby she is english came to visit them for the summer because her parents were getting a devorce. She was...more
This is the first book that I remember reading of Beth Wiseman's and I have to admit that I loved it. Her writing of the Amish is a bit different from others but I do love it. I need to quickly find out if there is a book to follow this one so that I can find out what happens with Miriam and Saul and Shelby and Jesse.
I always enjoy Beth Wiseman's writings because she introduces the readers to characters that end up
feeling like a friend or family member.
I dislike spoilers so only will state that I was thrilled when Shelby followed her hearts desire.
If you like a love story then you will enjoy Miriam and Sauls love adventure.
feeling like a friend or family member.
I dislike spoilers so only will state that I was thrilled when Shelby followed her hearts desire.
If you like a love story then you will enjoy Miriam and Sauls love adventure.
Beth Wiseman’s Plain Proposal is a coming of age story set in the Amish community. While the Amish may indeed lead simpler lives than “the English,” their lives are not stress free, nor are the decisions the young Amish people make any easier. In fact, since the decision to be baptized and join the Amish church is a life-long commitment, the Amish teenagers in rumschpringe have an even greater responsibility to make the right decision. Ms. Wiseman’s treatment of this sensitive subject in this en...more
Unfortunately I have not yet read any of the other books in the series. However this book can be read as a stand alone. I was not lost or left without information that only could have been obtained through the other books. It is a beautiful story full of all the facets of love; between family, between a man and a woman, and with God. As with any family and community the characters are faced with choices that will change the course of their lives. The characters are relatable and lovable. This is...more
I couldn't wait to get my hands on Plain Proposal. I've loved the entire series and Plain Proposal didn't let me down. Miriam is sure and confident once you get past her shyness. Saul is a man of mystery. Jesse is handsome and Shelby is a troubled cousin. Rebecca is a handful and Aaron is steady.
I got hungry reading this book, except for the "special eggs" but I do want to try the overnight blueberry french toast (the recipe's in the back of the book). I'd love to get to taste the chestnut past...more
I got hungry reading this book, except for the "special eggs" but I do want to try the overnight blueberry french toast (the recipe's in the back of the book). I'd love to get to taste the chestnut past...more
I found Plain Proposal to be a sweet Christian romance. It was a very informative read that told a lot about the Amish culture. However, it did not cause the reader to get bogged down in Amish culture because it showed how the Amish interact with people of other cultures. It was a great book that focused on the importance of faith in God. I would say that Plain Proposal is not your typical romance but it is one that I think most people will enjoy.
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