The Amish Teacher's Gift

By Rachel J. Good

Description:

Widower Josiah Yoder wants to be a good father. But it's not easy with a deaf young son who doesn't understand why his mamm isn't coming home. At a loss, Josiah enrolls Nathan in a special-needs school and is relieved to see his son immediately comforted by his new teacher, a woman whose sweet charm and gentle smile just might be the balm they both need.

With seven siblings to care for, Ada Rupp wasn't sure she wanted to take on teaching, too. But the moment she holds Nathan in her arms, she realizes she'll do all she can to help this lost little boy. Plus, it gives her a chance to spend more time with Josiah. Falling for a man in mourning may be against the rules, but his quiet strength is the support Ada never knew she needed. And, together, they could have the loving family she'd always hoped for.

Book Takeaway:

That all children are a gift from God, and so are all circumstances in our lives, no matter how difficult they may seem as we go through them.

Why the author wrote this book:

I was touched by the Amish special needs school and wanted to write about that, but I also always like to include at least one person who's struggling to believe in God to show the way to faith.