{"id":23988,"date":"2019-02-10T18:03:43","date_gmt":"2019-02-10T23:03:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/?p=23988"},"modified":"2019-02-10T18:03:43","modified_gmt":"2019-02-10T23:03:43","slug":"the-amish-candymaker-by-laura-v-hilton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/?p=23988","title":{"rendered":"The Amish Candymaker by Laura V. Hilton"},"content":{"rendered":"

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MY REVIEW:<\/strong><\/p>\n

I am one of those readers who sometimes wants to say “enough already” with Amish fiction although there are a few authors I will read. Laura V. Hilton is one of those authors because I know I will find an entertaining plot with authentic characters and situations, as well as a liberal dose of practical faith. I am always happy to read a book by this author.<\/p>\n

The Amish Candymaker<\/strong><\/em> is entertaining and sometimes humorous yet probes deeply into the insecurities that affect the way Agnes Zook and Isaac Mast view themselves. I loved the way the author wove both scripture and Amish quotations into the story. Bishop Miah<\/span> was an important character with plenty of wisdom who helped Agnes and Issac to overcome their past by constantly reminding them of their God who never fails.<\/p>\n

I thoroughly enjoyed this book although I was tempted to distraction by the frequent descriptions of wonderful food. Sugar is no longer part of my diet but I do remember it well. It was also fun reading about characters from previous books and seeing them from a different point of view. As far as I’m concerned there is nothing not to like about The Amish Candymaker<\/strong><\/em> and I recommend it to other readers – even those who do not really like Amish fiction.\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by Celebrate Lit. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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ABOUT THE BOOK:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Title: <\/strong>The Amish Candy Maker<\/p>\n

Author: <\/strong>Laura V. Hilton<\/p>\n

Genre: <\/strong>Amish Christian Fiction<\/p>\n

Release date: <\/strong>February 5, 2019<\/p>\n

Publisher: <\/strong>Whitaker House<\/td>\n

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Agnes Zook finds herself on her own in a small Amish community in Mackinac County after a tragedy kills her family. Most of the Amish call her \u201coff in den Kopf\u201d (strange) since she\u2019s starting her own business and forging her own way in the community instead of relying on the bishop to take care of her. Since she\u2019s viewed as non-submissive and too-forward for an Amish woman, she\u2019s not courted by young men in the area.<\/p>\n

Isaac Mast is on the verge of leaving the Amish church. He\u2019s become a sought-after auctioneer and has a thriving business, but he feels confined by the strict rules. When his brother is severely injured in a wild fire, Isaac receives a letter from his sister-in-law, begging him to come to Mackinac County to help out while his brother is hospitalized. Isaac agrees but is unsure how to manage their young children when he has weekend auctions he\u2019s expected to attend.<\/p>\n

Agnes may be the answer to a prayer. Sparks fly when she and Isaac meet. But could their differences help them form a deeper connection to their faith\u2026and each other?<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to purchase your copy.<\/p>\n

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Laura Hilton<\/strong> is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers and is a professional book reviewer for the Christian market, with more than a thousand reviews published on the web. Her first series with Whitaker was The Amish of Seymour, comprising Patchwork Dreams<\/i>, A Harvest of Hearts<\/i> (2012 Laurel Award winner, first place in the Amish Genre Clash), and Promised to Another<\/i>; and her second was The Amish of Webster County, comprising Healing Love<\/i>, Awakened Love<\/i>, and Surrendered Love<\/i>. Her next series was The Amish of Jamesport, featuring The Post Card<\/i>, Snow Globe<\/i>, and The Birdhouse<\/i>. Her latest books include The Amish Firefighter<\/i>, The Amish Wanderer<\/i>, and Love By the Numbers<\/i>. Laura and her husband, Steve, live in Arkansas with their five children, whom Laura homeschools.<\/p>\n

RECIPE FOR FUDGE \u00c0 LA AGNES ZOOK<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Reese\u2019s Peanut Butter Cup Fudge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Courtesy of Laura V. Hilton<\/em><\/p>\n

1 bag (12 ounces) milk chocolate chips<\/p>\n

1 bag (10 ounces) peanut butter chips<\/p>\n

2 cans sweetened condensed milk, divided<\/p>\n

6 tablespoons butter, divided<\/p>\n

20 to 30 miniature Reese\u2019s Peanut Butter Cups or six regular-size ones broken into four or five pieces each<\/p>\n

For the chocolate layer: Line a greased 8-by-11.5-inch baking dish with parchment paper.<\/p>\n

In a double boiler or metal bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, combine milk chocolate chips, 1 can sweetened condensed milk, and 4 tablespoons butter. Stir until melted and smooth.<\/p>\n

Pour into prepared baking dish and allow to cool to room temperature, then move to the refrigerator while preparing next layer.<\/p>\n

For the peanut butter layer: In a double boiler or metal bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, combine peanut butter chips, 1 can sweetened condensed milk, and 2 tablespoons butter. Stir until melted and smooth.<\/p>\n

Pour on to the milk chocolate fudge layer and press pieces of Reese\u2019s Peanut Butter Cups into the surface. If desired, group candy pieces in a grid-like fashion for easier cutting later.<\/p>\n

Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate overnight or until set.<\/p>\n

Remove from refrigerator, lift out of the pan by the edges of the parchment paper, and cut into squares, with roughly one miniature peanut butter cup or piece of a cup per square.<\/p>\n

Store in the refrigerator.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Quiet quilter<\/a>, February 8<\/p>\n

D\u2019S QUILTS & BOOKS<\/a>, February 8<\/p>\n

Babbling Becky L\u2019s Book Impressions<\/a>, February 9<\/p>\n

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Maureen\u2019s Musings<\/a>, February 9<\/p>\n

Bibliophile Reviews<\/a>, February 10<\/p>\n

Vicky Sluiter<\/a>, February 10<\/p>\n

Through the Fire Blogs<\/a>, February 11<\/p>\n

Abba\u2019s Prayer Warrior Princess<\/a>, February 11<\/p>\n

Daysong Reflections<\/a>, February 11<\/p>\n

Texas Book-aholic<\/a>, February 12<\/td>\n

Janices book reviews<\/a>, February 12<\/p>\n

Carpe Diem<\/a>, February 13<\/p>\n

A Baker\u2019s Perspective<\/a>, February 13<\/p>\n

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy<\/a>, February 14<\/p>\n

SusanLovesBooks<\/a>, February 14<\/p>\n

Because I said so \u2014 and other adventures in Parenting<\/a>, February 14<\/p>\n

Blossoms and Blessings<\/a>, February 15<\/p>\n

Stephanie\u2019s Life of Perseverance<\/a>, February 15<\/p>\n

Inspiration Clothesline<\/a>, February 15<\/p>\n

Inklings and Notions<\/a>, February 16<\/p>\n

Locks, Hooks and Books<\/a>, February 16<\/p>\n

Pause for Tales<\/a>, February 16<\/p>\n

Have A Wonderful Day<\/a>, February 17<\/p>\n

For the Love of Books<\/a>, February 17<\/p>\n

Book Bites, Bee Stings, & Butterfly Kisses<\/a>, February 17<\/p>\n

Little Homeschool on the Prairie<\/a>, February 18<\/p>\n

Debbie\u2019s Dusty Deliberations<\/a>, February 18<\/p>\n

Bigreadersite<\/a>, February 18<\/p>\n

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GIVEAWAY:<\/strong>
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To celebrate her tour, Laura is giving away a grand prize of a large and small spatula set and a $10 Starbucks gift card!!<\/p>\n

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/promosimple.com\/ps\/d9a6\/the-amish-candy-maker-celebration-tour-giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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