The Haven, Suzanne Woods Fisher
The Haven, Suzanne Woods Fisher
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The Haven

Author: Suzanne Woods Fisher

Narrator: Amy Rubinate

Unabridged: 8 hr 28 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download (DRM Protected)

Published: 08/01/2012


Synopsis

On a warm spring day, Sadie Lapp returns home to her quiet, unassertive life in Stoney Ridge after spending the winter in Ohio.Gideon Smucker, an awkward schoolteacher, has been in love with Sadie since childhood and eagerly awaits her return. But does Sadie feel the same about him?Will Stoltz, a charming and impetuous college student, has been banished for a semester and sent to babysit endangered peregrine falcons nesting at the Lapp farm. He’d rather be anywhere else…until he befriends Sadie.As the hopes and ambitions of these three young people converge, life in Stoney Ridge may never be the same.Once again, bestselling author Suzanne Woods Fisher intrigues and delights with a story that explores the bonds of friendship, family, and true love in this captivating series.“A heartwarming story of faith, family, and renewal filled with characters that come alive on the page like old friends, The Haven will captivate fans of Amish fiction and readers who love an endearing romance.” —Amy Clipston, bestselling author of the Kauffman Amish Bakery Series“The Haven is a warm, touching novel about the power of familial bonds. Once you dip into this novel set in the charming town created by Suzanne Woods Fisher, you’ll be hooked.” —Beth Wiseman, bestselling author of the Daughters of the Promise series“Suzanne Woods Fisher’s novels are always such a joy to read! I found The Haven charming, humorous, and compelling—so much so that I had to remind myself to put the book down and get back to work! I’ll be joining her many fans by the calendar, anxiously awaiting her next book to be released.” —Shelley Shepard Gray, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author

About Suzanne Woods Fisher

Suzanne Woods Fisher is the bestselling author of The Choice, The Waiting, The Search, and The Keeper, as well as nonfiction books about the Amish, including Amish Peace. She is also the coauthor of a new Amish children’s series, The Adventures of Lily Lapp. Suzanne is the host of internet radio show Amish Wisdom and a columnist for Christian Post and Cooking & Such magazines. She lives in California.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Abigail on January 20, 2021

This wasn't as deep, and the characters weren't as developed as the first book. I wasn't a big fan of Will. I know Fisher was trying to develop him but I found him somewhat stereotypical and didn't feel like I really got to know him. I didn't like the reveal about his family origins. Thought that wa......more

Goodreads review by Ruth on August 15, 2022

Sadie grew up on an Amish farm. She goes through a series of surprises and difficult circumstances that help her to grow into a mature young lady. Her father, Amos, experiences healing in his body, after a heart replacement and his emotions after the death of his son. The author throws in a number o......more

Goodreads review by Katherine on February 15, 2019

This was the second book in the Stoney Ridge Seasons series and I really loved how we got to see Sadie in a new light. From a shy, timid girl in the first book to a beautiful woman in the second. Now I can't wait for the third for M.K.'s turn!......more

Goodreads review by Vera on August 30, 2012

About the book: (from Revell)On a warm spring day, Sadie Lapp returns home to her quiet, unassertive life in Stoney Ridge after spending the winter in Ohio. Gideon Smucker, an awkward schoolteacher, has been in love with Sadie since childhood and eagerly awaits her return. But does Sadie feel the sa......more

Goodreads review by Patricia Kemp on August 27, 2012

Sadie Lapp returns home to Stoney Ridge after a long winter visit to Ohio. As she approaches her home there seems to be a large crowd on the road and property. What a wonderful surprise she is told there is a pair of peregrine falcons preparing to nest on their property. Her brother would have loved......more