Samantha Price

Ettie and her sister find themselves hosting a Christmas party that neither of them knew anything about. People just started showing up, with food, and saying they were invited. One of the guests is Ettie’s estranged daughter. Things get even weirder when a dead man is discovered in the yard. And don’t forget the visit by someone claiming to be Santa Claus. Ettie has to figure out what is going on before her daughter gets arrested for murder. These Amish characters are interesting if a bit unusual. The story is a quick read, perfect for the Christmas season when you need a short break from the usual things like shopping and planning. A little murder definitely is a change of pace!… (mere)

A bout of yellow fever as a young child has left Esther with a severe hearing loss. Treated differently by family and by the community because she can’t hear well, she forms a connection to a young man who does not see her disability but sees beyond it to the real woman. This delightful romance is a sweet and heartwarming novel. It illustrates how perfect love can make all things perfect. With an interesting premise and likable characters, this story is thought-provoking as well as entertaining.… (mere)