grossdochder: granddaughter
grossmammi/grossmutter: grandmother
grossohn: grandson
grossvatter: grandfather
gut: good
gute morgen: good morning
gute nacht: good night
haus: house
Herr: Mr.
kaffee: coffee
kapp: white hat worn by Amish women
kinn/kinner: child/children
lieb: love
maedel: girl/young woman
mamm: mom
mann: Amish man
mei: my
morgen: morning
mudder: mother
nee: no
nix: nothing
onkel: uncle
schee: pretty/handsome
schoolhaus: schoolhouse
schwester/schwesters: sister/sisters
sehr: very
seltsam: weird
sohn/sohns: son/sons
vatter: father
ya: yes
yer/yers: your/yours
yerself: yourself
yung: young
About the Author
With over a million copies sold, Kathleen Fuller is the author of several bestselling novels, including the Hearts of Middlefield novels, the Middlefield Family novels, the Amish of Birch Creek series, and the Amish Letters series as well as a middle-grade Amish series, the Mysteries of Middlefield.
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Visit her online at KathleenFuller.com
Instagram: kf_booksandhooks
Facebook: WriterKathleenFuller
Twitter: @TheKatJam
Acclaim for Kathleen Fuller
“A warm romance that will tug at the hearts of readers, this is a new favorite.”
—The Parkersburg News & Sentinel on The Teacher's Bride
“Fuller’s appealing Amish romance deals with some serious issues, including depression, yet it also offers funny and endearing moments.”
—Booklist on The Teacher’s Bride
“Kathleen Fuller’s The Teacher’s Bride is a heartwarming story of unexpected romance woven with fun and engaging characters who come to life on every page. Once you open the book, you won’t put it down until you’ve reached the end.”
—Amy Clipston, bestselling author of A Seat by the Hearth
“Kathy Fuller’s characters leap off the page with subtle power as she uses both wit and wisdom to entertain! Refreshingly honest and charming, Kathy’s writing reflects a master’s touch when it comes to intricate plotting and a satisfying and inspirational ending full of good cheer!”
—Kelly Long, national bestselling author, on The Teacher’s Bride
“Kathleen Fuller is a master storyteller and fans will absolutely fall in love with Ruby and Christian in The Teacher’s Bride.”
—Ruth Reid, bestselling author of A Miracle of Hope
“The Teacher’s Bride features characters who know what it’s like to be different, to not fit in. What they don’t know is that’s what makes them so loveable. Kathleen Fuller has written a sweet, oftentimes humorous, romance that reminds readers that the perfect match might be right in front of their noses. She handles the difficult topic of depression with a deft touch. Readers of Amish fiction won’t want to miss this delightful story.”
—Kelly Irvin, bestselling author of the Every Amish Season series
“Kathleen Fuller is a talented and a gifted author, and she doesn’t disappoint in The Teacher’s Bride. The story will captivate you from the first page to the last with Ruby, Christian, and engaging characters. You’ll laugh, gasp, and wonder what will happen next. You won’t want to miss reading this heartwarming Amish story of mishaps, faith, love, forgiveness, and friendship.”
—Molly Jebber, speaker and award-winning author of Grace’s Forgiveness and the Amish Keepsake Pocket Quilt series
“Enthusiasts of Fuller’s sweet Amish romances will savor this new anthology.”
—Library Journal on An Amish Family
“These four sweet stories are full of hope and promise along with misunderstandings and reconciliation. True love does prevail, but not without prayer, introspection, and humility. A must-read for fans of Amish romance.”
—RT Book Reviews, 4 stars, on An Amish Family
“The incredibly engaging Amish Letters series continues with a third story of perseverance and devotion, making it difficult to put down . . . Fuller skillfully knits together the lives within a changing, faithful community that has suffered its share of challenges.”
—RT Book Reviews, 4 1/2 stars, on Words from the Heart
“Fuller’s inspirational tale portrays complex characters facing real-world problems and finding love where they least expected or wanted it to be.”
—Booklist, starred review, on A Reluctant Bride
“Fuller has an amazing capacity for creating damaged characters and giving insights into their brokenness. One of the better voices in the Amish fiction genre.”
—CBA Retailers + Resources on A Reluctant Bride
“This promising series debut from Fuller is edgier than most Amish novels, dealing with difficult and dark issues and featuring well-drawn characters who are tougher than the usual gentle souls found in this genre. Recommended for Amish fiction fans who might like a different flavor.”
—Library Journal on A Reluctant Bride
“Sadie and Aden’s love is both sweet and hard-won, and Aden’s patience is touching as he wrestles not only with Sadie’s dilemma, but his own abusive past. Birch Creek is weighed down by the Troyer family’s dark secrets, and readers will be interested to see how secondary characters’ lives unfold as the series continues.”
—RT Book Reviews, 4 stars, on A Reluctant Bride
“Kathleen Fuller’s A Reluctant Bride tells the story of two Amish families whose lives have collided through tragedy. Sadie Schrock’s stoic resolve will touch and inspire Fuller’s fans, as will the story’s concluding triumph of redemption.”
—Suzanne Woods Fisher, bestselling author of Anna’s Crossing
“Kathleen Fuller’s A Reluctant Bride is a beautiful story of faith, hope, and second chances. Her characters and descriptions are captivating, bringing the story to life with the turn of every page.”
—Amy Clipston, bestselling author of A Simple Prayer and the Kauffman Amish Bakery series
“The latest offering in the Middlefield Family series is a sweet love story, with perfectly crafted characters. Fuller’s Amish novels are written with the utmost respect for their way of living. Readers are given a glimpse of what it is like to live the simple life.”
—RT Book Reviews, 4 stars, on Letters to Katie
“Fuller’s second Amish series entry is a sweet romance with a strong sense of place that will attract readers of Wanda Brunstetter and Cindy Woodsmall.”
—Library Journal on Faithful to Laura
“Well-drawn characters and a homespun feel will make this Amish romance a sure bet for fans of Beverly Lewis and Jerry S. Eicher.”
—Library Journal on Treasuring Emma
“Treasuring Emma is a heartwarming story filled with real-life situations and well-developed characters. I rooted for Emma and Adam until the very last page. Fans of Amish fiction and those seeking an endearing romance will enjoy this love story. Highly recommended.”
—Beth Wiseman, bestselling author of Her Brother’s Keeper and the Daughters of the Promise series
“Treasuring Emma is a charming, emotionally layered story of the value of friendship in love and discovering the truth of the heart. A true treasure of a read!”
—Kelly Long, author of the Patch of Heaven series
Other Books by Kathleen Fuller
The Amish Brides of Birch Creek Novels
The Teacher’s Bride
The Farmer’s Bride
The Innkeeper’s Bride (available January 2020)
The Amish Letters Novels
Written in Love
The Promise of
a Letter
Words from the Heart
The Amish of Birch Creek Novels
A Reluctant Bride
An Unbroken Heart
A Love Made New
The Middlefield Amish Novels
A Faith of Her Own
The Middlefield Family Novels
Treasuring Emma
Faithful to Laura
Letters to Katie
The Hearts of Middlefield Novels
A Man of His Word
An Honest Love
A Hand to Hold
Stories included in
An Amish Christmas—A Miracle for Miriam
An Amish Gathering—A Place of His Own
An Amish Love—What the Heart Sees
An Amish Wedding—A Perfect Match
An Amish Garden—Flowers for Rachael
An Amish Second Christmas—A Gift for Anne Marie
An Amish Cradle—A Heart Full of Love
An Amish Market—A Bid for Love
An Amish Harvest—A Quiet Love
An Amish Home—Building Faith
An Amish Summer—Lakeside Love
An Amish Family—Building Trust
An Amish Family—Surprised by Love
An Amish Homecoming—What Love Built
An Amish Heirloom—The Treasured Book
An Amish Reunion—A Chance to Remember
Copyright
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The Farmer’s Bride
Copyright © 2019 by Kathleen Fuller
This title is also available as a Zondervan e-book.
Requests for information should be addressed to:
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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication
Names: Fuller, Kathleen, author.
Title: The farmer's bride / Kathleen Fuller.
Description: Grand Rapids, Michigan : Zondervan, [2019] | Series: An Amish
brides of Birch Creek novel ; 2
Identifiers: LCCN 2018059443| ISBN 9780310355120 (softcover) | ISBN
9780310355137 (epub)
Subjects: | GSAFD: Love stories. | Christian fiction.
Classification: LCC PS3606.U553 F87 2019 | DDC 813/.6--dc23 LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2018059443
Scripture quotations are taken from the King James Version. Public domain.
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