Plain Pursuit

Beth Wiseman

Apr 2009 · HarperChristian + ORM

About this ebook

A reporter's vacation lands her between Amish tradition and the battle for a young boy's life in this "touching, heartwarming story" (Kathleen Fuller, author of A Man of His Word ).

"Beth had me sucking into the story from page one. Her Amish descriptions are dead-on accurate, and her characters are real and engaging. You will love Plain Pursuit. . . ." —Amy Clipton, bestselling author of A Gift of Grace

Carley Marek experiences culture shock when she visits her friend Lillian's family on their farm deep in Amish country. She'll get an article out of the visit―and maybe some of Lillian's newfound peace will somehow rub off on her.

Just when Carley is getting used to the quiet nature of the Plain community, Lillian and Samuel's son falls ill. But the local doctor who can offer the most help has been shunned by the community and forbidden to intervene.

As David's condition deteriorates, Dr. Noah determines to do whatever it takes to save the boy's life. Carley is caught in the middle―drawn to Noah, wanting to be helpful in the crisis―and confused by all their talk about a God she neither knows nor trusts. Carley must decide what in life is worth pursuing . . . and what to do when she's pursued by a love she never expected.

" Plain Pursuit's story line will hit you in the heart." — The Romance Readers Connection

"The importance of finding peace and acceptance, especially within oneself, is a central theme in this book, the second in Wiseman's Daughters of Promise series. Well-defined characters and story make for an enjoyable read." — Romantic Times

Ratings and reviews

The story of Carley & her "vacation" to the Amish country was so telling & interesting. Then you bring in the sad situation of what happens to her friend, Lillian's son & the story really gets involved when they see who the doctor is - the brother of Samuel, who has been shunned - & David is willing to do whatever it takes, even risking his own life. The struggle that Carley goes through as she's learning this new way of life is written so beautifully. As she realized that God has been with her all along, even when she faced tragedy of loosing her mother in an accident & how that accident affected her life. Anger would stir up & she turned from God - but Carley soon learns through these amazing people that God is still there. A romance forms with Dr. Noah & Carley & its romantic, fun & heart breaking.... Carley's life after the accident causes her to believe no one would want to marry her & her reaction to Dr. Noah breaks hearts.. mine included. Personally, it struck home because I could personally know the pain that Carley was going through... (I hate it because I never want to give too much away)..... In the end, you see reconciliations that you would never believe would be possible, between families, between God, in relationships you werent sure would work out... & in the end, you realize that God is in control of it all.... I will note too - I did not read the first book in this series & apparently, it didnt affect my enjoyment in this book, so dont let that hinder you! I am totally interested in getting that book though & checking it out - if its as good as this one, I know I'll enjoy that one too!

I would recommend this book to read for everyone. Great story, easy reading, did not want to put it down. Great morales that could inspire your life.

Well written, a compelling story.

About the author

Bestselling and award-winning author Beth Wiseman has sold over two million books. She is the recipient of the coveted Holt Medallion, is a two-time Carol Award winner, and has won the Inspirational Reader's Choice Award three times. Her books have been on various bestseller lists, including CBA, ECPA, Christianbook, and Publishers Weekly. Beth and her husband are empty nesters enjoying country life in south-central Texas. Visit her online at BethWiseman.com; Facebook: @AuthorBethWiseman; Twitter: @BethWiseman; Instagram: @bethwisemanauthor