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Hero archetypes
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Synopsis
A father, a daughter, and a woman caught between them—can a broken family find its way back to love? Eight years ago, Samuel Zook’s life was shattered when his wife, Eleanor, left him and took their daughter, Lydia, with her. Now, Samuel has found solace in his faith and in his growing courtship with Naomi Lapp, the woman who has rekindled his faith in love. But when Lydia returns, his life is turned upside down. As Samuel grapples with forgiveness, love, and the possibility of a second chance, will he be able to protect the fragile family he’s begun to build? Naomi Lapp has always believed in the power of love and patience, but when Samuel’s past comes crashing back into his life, she begins to wonder if there’s room for her in his heart. As she navigates the delicate balance between her love for Samuel and her desire to connect with Lydia, Naomi must decide: Will she fight for the family she dreams of, or is her place in Samuel’s life no longer certain?
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Is Mending the Amish Father’s Heart appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A faith-based Amish romance about forgiveness and second chances with no sexual content, violence, or strong language. Themes include abandonment and marital separation.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include abandonment, divorce, and heartbreak.
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Who'll love this
Teens interested in quiet, faith-centered stories about families rebuilding after hardship will find this emotionally resonant.