A New Love for Charlotte

Amy Lillard

Mar 2021 · A Wells Landing Romance Book 11 · Zebra Books

About this ebook

Renewed faith and happiness await three generations of women in this heartwarming series from Amy Lillard, set in the Oklahoma Amish community of Wells Landing . . .
 
With her daughter newly married, widow Charlotte Burkhart should have been content to find a companion for her later years in Amish widower Glenn Esh. Yet, Charlotte longs for more than life has offered her thus far. When she discovers a baby on her doorstep, the child seems like the miracle Charlotte’s been praying for.  Unfortunately, Glenn doesn’t feel the same way. What’s a single woman aching to experience motherhood once more to do?
 
From the moment Paul Brenneman sees Charlotte Burkhart with a new baby, he senses his lovely neighbor and the sweet child are meant to be. Which is why he offers to marry Charlotte and make her adoption dreams come true. No stranger to heartache himself, the stalwart widower knows second chances don’t happen every day—especially not with a woman like Charlotte, the first woman in a long time who has him taking a leap of faith that happily-ever-after is still possible . . .
 
“Lovely . . . Lillard does an excellent job of depicting with accuracy and compassion the difficulties faced by those with mental disabilities. This affecting tale will surely inspire.”
—Publishers Weekly on Loving Jenna (Starred Review)

 

Ratings and reviews

A New Love for Charlotte by Amy Lillard is the 11th A Wells Landing Romance and the third novel revolving around The Burkhart family (Loving Jenna and Romancing Nadine are the other two). A New Love for Charlotte can be read as a standalone for those new to the series. I thought the book was well-written with complex characters. Charlotte Burkhart is feeling adrift with her daughter married and her mother-in-law to soon be wed. She is also feeling out of sorts and snapping at people for no reason. When Charlotte sees Glenn Esh at church, she feels that God has answered her prayers. Charlotte is a strong, stubborn woman who has a strong faith. She is also a caring woman who thought her daughter would always be with her because of the brain injury she suffered. You can tell how much she loves Jenna (her daughter) and cares for Nadine, her mother-in-law. Nadine and Charlotte have a unique relationship. They are there for each other in times of need and I enjoy their banter. I could feel Charlotte’s emotions (pain, frustration, sadness as well as joy). Paul Brenneman is a kind, thoughtful man. He is patient and is a good friend to Charlotte. There is humor scattered throughout the story that had me grinning and sometimes laughing. I thought it was great that the friends got together each week for puzzle night. They certainly had a unique way of working puzzles. I liked that we got to catch up with the characters from the other books in the series. The ending was warm and a good wrap up. I enjoyed reading this sweet, heartwarming Amish tale. I look forward to Amy Lillard’s next uplifting tale. A New Love for Charlotte is a heartening story with a peppy pooch, a fancy Amish man, an abandoned baby, a selfless friend, perplexing puzzles, and an abundance of baked goods.

This is another wonderful read by Amy Lillard. You can't go wrong choosing one of her Amish stories. They are always so good. I have read the other books in this series and I have loved getting to know all the characters that carry through in the various books. It was a great book, I loved the story and can't say enough good things about it. You will love it! Charlotte has some decisions she needs to make and this book identifies with the fact that God has his own timing for things and often we need to be patient for things to come together for her. This book shows many feelings of love and family. I received an ebook copy from the author and NetGalley. All thoughts are my own.

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About the author

Amy Lillard is an award-winning author of over forty novels and novellas ranging from Amish romance and mysteries to contemporary and historical romance. Since receiving a Carol Award for her debut novel, Saving Gideon (2012), she has become known for writing sweet stories filled with family values, honest characters, a hometown feel, and close-knit communities. She is a member of RWA, ACFW, NINC, and the Author’s Guild. Born and bred in Mississippi, she now lives with her husband and son in Oklahoma. Please visit her online at www.AmyWritesRomance.com.