Snowbound Amish Survival by Mary Alford is this week’s Reader Friday. Here’s the first line: Outside the wind howled around the corner of the house with enough fury to shake windows.
Now for the photo and verse. This photo was taken in March of 2016 when I drove over to Memphis to research material for Justice Buried, which was set at the Pink Palace. I think Song of Solomon 2:11-12 was the first Scripture verses I memorized. Why those verses, I’ll never know. But every spring when I see the first blooms I remember them.
Now then…
Because I’m reading several books for endorsement, I don’t have time to read two long books a week. So, for the next couple of weeks, I’ll be reviewing shorter books. I have to say I am really enjoying them! I loved this one in particular. Well, I really love them all! lol I’ve heard people say they don’t like Amish books, but I think if you read this one, you’ll change your mind. Mary Alford is a USA TODAY bestselling author and her books are full of fantastic suspense!
Here’s the back cover and blurb: From USA TODAY bestselling author Mary Alford
She’s caught 
in a snowstorm…
with a target on her back.
When armed men burst into her patient’s house looking for her, Amish midwife Hope Christner barely escapes with her pregnant friend. Now running through a snowy forest with enemies in pursuit and a blizzard raging, Hope has no choice but to turn to the closest neighbor, her ex-fiancé, Hunter Shetler. But facing the heartbreak of their past is just as frightening as the attackers on her trail…
From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
My take:
Snowbound Amish Survival is a fast-paced suspense that will have you on the edge of your seat all the way through the book! Hope and Hunter are great as the hero and heroine of the story. Neither of them will give up, even when it looks like they can’t escape the men who are looking for an Englischer who returned to the West Kootenai community after the men killed her husband.
To escape the men, Hope has to drive a car, something she’s never done before. Not only that, she has to deal with her feelings for Hunter as he protects them. The two were supposed to have been married years ago, but Hope’s dad accused Hunter’s family of stealing timber from him. When Hope took her dad’s side, it destroyed their plans. And now they’re on the run from the men in the middle of a terrific blizzard.
This is a book I believe suspense readers will love. I couldn’t put the book down, and it kept me up until past midnight with me saying Just one more chapter…
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I will be reading this book partly because I have spent time in the beautiful West Kootenais and would love to read a story set there. Great plot scenario. Thanks for reviewing.
Author
I think you’ll enjoy it, Delores! There are several books set in West Kootenais.
I think snowstorm settings feel isolating and scary. They always up the story’s tension for me. Good review, Patricia!
Author
Thanks, Priscilla! This was a tension-filled story!
Love the photo and reading you story insights.
Author
Thanks, Sally Jo! I really enjoyed this book.
That photo is stunning, Pat. Beautiful! The Scripture you chose is a perfect fit.
“The stack of cash on his desk was as close to genuine currency as squeeze cheese was to Brie.” is the first line of “Malicious Intent” by Lynn Blackburn. This is the second book in her series “Defend and Protect”.
Author
I love that first line, Tim. And I’m glad you liked the photo and verse! By the way, I was in a zoom call with Lynn yesterday! I have the first book, and now I need to get this one.
Wow! Beautiful picture and scripture verse.
The book sounds very intriguing. I hope I get a chance to read it.
Author
Hi Edward! Glad you liked the photo and verse. And the book is really good!
Truly lovely photo, Pat. I looked hard for a snowflake, but didn’t see one. 😉
I read this verse twice a day, since it’s this month verse for a calendar I’m using.
This was a great review. I agree with Priscilla, a snowstorm setting is scary and isolating. You definitely piqued my interest in this book.
Author
The snowflakes are coming tonight and if I can, I’ll take a photo for you! Thanks for stopping by MS Siggs… 😉
Lol sounds like a plan! We’re supposed to get snow from 2-5a.m. But, I don’t want the Spring flowers to be frozen. 🙂 Ms Siggs
Author
Me, either, Barbara. Looks like neither of us will get to see it fall…
I enjoy Amish stories and most I read are suspense. This one sounds like a good one. I have been reading the Alaska K-9 Unit series this week. This is from my next one:
K-9 officer Maya Rodriguez took in a sharp breath as she stepped out onto the quiet upper deck of the Alaska Dream cruise ship.
Undercover Mission (Alaska K-9 Unit #3) by Sharon Dunn
Author
I have Sharon’s latest book, but I don’t think I have this one…will have to remedy that, Gloria!
Maybe it was just his conscience weighing on him, but Dalton Brandt shrugged the backpack a little higher as he hiked through the San Bernardino National Forest.
Beneath a Star-Lit Sky by JL Crosswhite
Author
That one sounds good, Gail. Will have to check it out.
looks interesting
Duh, it seems I typed my last name wrong again!
Author
I noticed. lol
I tell ya…my last name. The IT guy last night typed Giggs. I said, “oh, that’s a new one. I haven’t that one before.” Lol
currently reading His Amish Wife’s secret past by Mindy Steele.
Author
I love Mindy’s books, Shelia!
Excellent read! I couldn’t put it down! (I was tucked under a fleece blanket while I read this!)
Author
It was such a good read, MS. Barb! Enjoy your fleece blanket. 🙂
I love this picture, and I hope to read Mary’s new book. I’m reading Love’s Fortress, a dual time novel by Jennifer Uhlarik.
Author
Connie, thank you! I really enjoyed Mary’s book.
Pretty picture! The Love Inspired books are fun for a quick read. I’m reading The Winter Rose by Melanie Dobson. “Sunlight broke through the mist like a spotlight in Hollywood, the crimson globe guiding Grace Tonquin and the twelve children in her care”.
Author
Thank you, Erika! That opening sentence is really good.
Hi, I love reading books that keep me on the edge of my seat and turning pages! I love the sound of this book and I love the book cover, it looks very intriguing! Thank you so much for sharing about it. I am reading Cindy’s Perfect Dance by Bonnie Engstrom and I am loving it. Have a great weekend and stay safe.
Author
It was an intriguing book, Alicia. And it will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat.
Beautiful photo. It sounds like a really interesting book. Thank you for sharing.
Author
Thanks, Diana! I like that photo and verse, too. I think you’d enjoy Mary’s book!
I already have this on my wish list. I just finished Her Small Town Refuge by Jennifer Slattery.
Author
Hi Lucy! I’ll have to put Jennifer’s book on my wish list!
I just started Following the Evidence by Lynn Shannon
Author
Maryann, just the title makes the story sound interesting!
Beautiful scripture and photo, Pat!
Author
Thank you, Caryl! Thanks for stopping by.