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An Amish Country Quarrel (Lancaster County Amish Quarrel Series
PERFECT EVENING READ FOR AMISH FICTION LOVERS!When Mary Schrock tries to convince her best friend Rachel Troyer to leave their Amish community and move to the big city, will a simple quarrel spell the end of their friendship?When Mary Schrock tries to convince her best friend Rachel Troyer to leave their Amish community and move to the big city, will their quarrel spell the end of their friendship? And what about Jacob Yoder, who's obsessive love for Mary risks all three of their lives and futures? An Amish Country Quarrel is a whirlwind read of friendship, obsession and betrayal that will keep you turning pages and leave your heart warmed. This Amish long short story is meant to be enjoyed over the course of an evening. It is a complete story and will definitely leave you satisfied.
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37 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 13, 2015
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About the author
Rachel Stoltzfus
106 books36 followersRachel was born and raised in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Being part of the Mennonite community, she started writing Amish romance fiction as a way of looking at the Amish community. She wanted to present a fair and honest representation of a love that is both romantic and sweet. Her books about Jacob Marshall, "A Home for Jacob series," is the most popular of her books.
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July 18, 2025
This very short novella features two young Amish girls Mary and Rachel who are best friends and have very different ideas of what they want for the future. Mary is making plans to leave the Amish life, and Rachel is content being Amish resulting in conflict between them. Add in a "not so stable" Amish boy who is obsessed with Mary, and the result is an engaging Amish story demonstrating the importance of true friendship and seeking God's will.
March 5, 2015
Super quick read to pass the time... I liked how the girls turned to God for answers when they were confused. A great reminder that we can do that as well.
March 22, 2018
Too short
Just about the time I settled down for a good read it was over. I wish more time was taken with character development also with plot development. It reminds me of coming home from school and smelling spaghetti cooking only to discover that the tantalizing aroma that grabbed me by the nose as I neared home was coming from the other side of the duplex. On our side there was a note , a half loaf of bread and a jar of peanut butter. The note said "Called to work . Will pick up jelly on my way home."
In case you're wondering where the note comes in.....it's the snippet from the next installment you included. You promise more but in the end I fear it's just like the jelly not coming.
Just about the time I settled down for a good read it was over. I wish more time was taken with character development also with plot development. It reminds me of coming home from school and smelling spaghetti cooking only to discover that the tantalizing aroma that grabbed me by the nose as I neared home was coming from the other side of the duplex. On our side there was a note , a half loaf of bread and a jar of peanut butter. The note said "Called to work . Will pick up jelly on my way home."
In case you're wondering where the note comes in.....it's the snippet from the next installment you included. You promise more but in the end I fear it's just like the jelly not coming.
August 23, 2023
Mary and Rachel have been friends since they met the first day of school as little girls in the Amish community. Jacob had an obsessive crush on Mary since childhood too, although Mary only thinks of him as a friend. Jacob and Mary make plans to go explore the English way of life and Mary wants Rachel to come with them. Rachel doesn't want to leave her Amish way of life and Mary and Rachel quarrel in An Amish Country Quarrel Jacob makes a plan to force Rachel to come along. Mary has to decide if she should tell her parents or go along with Jacob to get her way. This is an interesting story that deals with the decisions that young Amish youth are faced with before making a commitment to their way of life and faith.
April 17, 2018
Two Amish friends are in their rumspringa years; lone is happy with the way her life is going the other is chaffing under the Amish rules. Will they leave the community for a time will they stay or will another solution be found? And what of the men in their lives? A nice short story.
January 23, 2018
Another great Amish book
Just before going to work today, I finished reading this short chapter book. I loved what Mary said about her Rumspringa.
Just before going to work today, I finished reading this short chapter book. I loved what Mary said about her Rumspringa.
February 3, 2018
The simple life
They have the same problems as we do. From kidnapping to asking questions. Living God's way. What more can you want.
They have the same problems as we do. From kidnapping to asking questions. Living God's way. What more can you want.
March 8, 2018
Unrealistic. Jacob is a very troubled young man. That was not properly addressed.
November 25, 2018
Okay, light reading
December 29, 2018
An Amish Country Quarrel
Great read and a very well handled argument that stopped anything from happening. This is my short review of a very short story. Norma Gorrill
Great read and a very well handled argument that stopped anything from happening. This is my short review of a very short story. Norma Gorrill
February 4, 2019
Good
Good short story, show how our actions can not only affect ourselves but others as well. And real friends look out for each other.
Good short story, show how our actions can not only affect ourselves but others as well. And real friends look out for each other.
June 10, 2019
Sweet
This was a sweet short story. It shows the importance of true friendship and staying true to your convictions and praying before we act hastily.
This was a sweet short story. It shows the importance of true friendship and staying true to your convictions and praying before we act hastily.
June 16, 2019
Excellent read
I love Amish books and this one did not disappoint the author did a wonderful job portraying the Amish way of life
I love Amish books and this one did not disappoint the author did a wonderful job portraying the Amish way of life
January 6, 2020
Loved this book. I have reading amish stories.
Loved this book. I read all the Amish books I can. I'm impressed their lifestyle. They live a life with very little worries.
Loved this book. I read all the Amish books I can. I'm impressed their lifestyle. They live a life with very little worries.
March 7, 2020
Very well written
March 21, 2020
Shuck ing beginnings
Wish that this wasn't a sample. I hate to start reading something and find out that is a short outline.
Wish that this wasn't a sample. I hate to start reading something and find out that is a short outline.
February 9, 2021
Who Do You Truly Know?
This is the story of friendship, faith and commitment. Flights of fantasy are not for everyone. I wish there was more depth but a short story is just that.
This is the story of friendship, faith and commitment. Flights of fantasy are not for everyone. I wish there was more depth but a short story is just that.
June 4, 2021
Sweet story
A story of friendship that changes the hearts of two young women. A good story for young adults and adults.
A story of friendship that changes the hearts of two young women. A good story for young adults and adults.
September 18, 2022
The story was too short for my liking. I never got to get attached to the story or characters because of how brief it was.
October 18, 2022
Relax and read
This was a very easy book to read, the author made sure the book ran smooth making the perfect cuddle up in a blanket with a warm cup of coffee and just enjoy!!
This was a very easy book to read, the author made sure the book ran smooth making the perfect cuddle up in a blanket with a warm cup of coffee and just enjoy!!
July 30, 2023
To Short
The book really draws you in, but it was to short. Would have liked for it to be longer. It was more less a sample read, which I don't like.
The book really draws you in, but it was to short. Would have liked for it to be longer. It was more less a sample read, which I don't like.
November 1, 2023
this is ass lmfao but it was a very entertaining way to pass by 20 minutes
June 30, 2024
Awesome short read
This is a very Quick read, but good. There is one section where 2 character's names are twisted, but once you figure it out, the rest is fine.
This is a very Quick read, but good. There is one section where 2 character's names are twisted, but once you figure it out, the rest is fine.
October 3, 2024
Amish story
It's a sweet story how 2 girls with different views of life can be best friends. It's part of a series of books
It's a sweet story how 2 girls with different views of life can be best friends. It's part of a series of books
October 4, 2024
The Quarrel
I didn't like this story much. I don't think it was thought out much or as good as it could have been. Many other Amish stories are much better.
I didn't like this story much. I don't think it was thought out much or as good as it could have been. Many other Amish stories are much better.
January 22, 2025
Awesome
I love Rachel Stoltzfus books. I love to read about all her characters. This is awesome book . So good.
I love Rachel Stoltzfus books. I love to read about all her characters. This is awesome book . So good.
November 25, 2025
loyalty
Excellent book, love that strong bond. No matter what life throws the loyalty os always there. I enjoyed her books very much.
Excellent book, love that strong bond. No matter what life throws the loyalty os always there. I enjoyed her books very much.
July 18, 2015
I received a free kindle copy of An Amish Country Quarrel (Lancaster County Amish Shorts Book 1) by Rachel Stoltzfus, published by Global Grafx Press in an Amazon promotion in exchange for a fair review.
I gave this almost four stars. It's a simple story of friends & their facing decisions as they grow into adulthood.
Rachel & Mary had been friends since they were six years old. They live in the Hope Crossing vicinity of Lancaster. Suddenly Mary want to go live in Philadelphia away from all their family & beliefs. Rachel is more interested in remaining there & courting Thomas, Mary's brother.
Jacob Yoder worries Rachel & Thomas both but they don't know why other than he cares too much for Mary & he plans to go to Philadelphia with her.
Link to purchase: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TM6TZEA
I gave this almost four stars. It's a simple story of friends & their facing decisions as they grow into adulthood.
Rachel & Mary had been friends since they were six years old. They live in the Hope Crossing vicinity of Lancaster. Suddenly Mary want to go live in Philadelphia away from all their family & beliefs. Rachel is more interested in remaining there & courting Thomas, Mary's brother.
Jacob Yoder worries Rachel & Thomas both but they don't know why other than he cares too much for Mary & he plans to go to Philadelphia with her.
Link to purchase: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TM6TZEA
February 27, 2016
This is a brief, but very enjoyable read. I do wish it had been a bit longer so I could become more familiar with the characters; all the same I enjoyed the story.
Mary, a young Amish woman wants to experience the English world with her friend Jacob, but Mary wants her best friend Rachael to also go with them. Rachael is reluctant, but Mary wants to leave anyway. However, when Jacob resorts to a plan (a crime) to make Rachael come with them, Mary begins to have second thoughts.
Mary, a young Amish woman wants to experience the English world with her friend Jacob, but Mary wants her best friend Rachael to also go with them. Rachael is reluctant, but Mary wants to leave anyway. However, when Jacob resorts to a plan (a crime) to make Rachael come with them, Mary begins to have second thoughts.
July 24, 2015
An Amish quarrel.
A very good short story. I love how two young ladies were able two keep their friendship.After all they went through. I enjoy a happy ending. You are a great writer.
A very good short story. I love how two young ladies were able two keep their friendship.After all they went through. I enjoy a happy ending. You are a great writer.
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