I thoroughly enjoyed reading this latest book by Charlotte Hubbard. It was new and refreshing and brought out some real things to think about as we view the Amish religion, the Ordnung and shunning.

Regina and her friends come up with a great idea as to how to rejuvenate an old barn and bring new business life to their home town of Morning Star. Regina, who works at a furniture store where she does the finishing work, has a secret that she keeps to herself. And hopes that she can share her beautiful artwork at the shops, without letting on that she was indeed the artist.

As the plans to open The Marketplace come to fruition, and her artwork is a hit with all the people that come there to shop, Regina finds herself trapped in a little web of lies as she covers up the fact that she was the artist.

She finds that she and Gabe, the son of the furniture store owner, have something in common. Each with a secret that holds them both in it's grip.

This is a beautiful story of love, family, forgiveness and with many touching moments. I found this book to be an excellent example of human frailty and imperfections. Yet despite this, life continues and we learn from errors and through repentance.

This is an excellent book. I couldn't put it down. You will absolutely love it.

I received an ebook copy from the author. All thoughts are my own.

And so begins our journey into another Charlotte Hubbard series. I love how she writes her novels. We get a clear development of characters and a wonderful story,. To say God is Good All the Time is an understatement. When five maidels join together to form a marketplace, each envisions being able to support themselves but to give back to the community as well.
This book focuses on Regina Miller. She has been free to paint her time away not having a husband or family to tend. However, when Gabe Flaud discovers the truth, the full scrutiny of their community comes down on Regina, Can Gabe help Regina? In doing so his secret is revealed causing his shunning along side her. These two join forces and get through. Will their faith and growing love be enough?

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Let me just say I love all Charlotte hubbard book's, it was A quick read for me! :) I love the character's and the cover and title and I received this copy from netgalley. I can't wait to read more of her book's.

Morning Star by Charlotte Hubbard
2 stars
This book is so slow and so predictable. It was a struggle to keep reading and to not skip ahead. Charlotte Hubbard has been writing Amish fiction for a long time. So, I was surprised at how bad this book is perhaps she has run out of ideas or this one is just a fluke.
But I just cannot recommend this book to anyone.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley. The views given are my own.

I am thrilled to have read the first book in a new series by Charlotte Hubbard, come journey in Morning Star.
There are five maidels here and this one is about Regina Miller, and what great friends they are, considering what happens to this dear young lady, they are there for her.
Of course there is a young man that has piqued the interest of our girl, but will he ever notice her?
There is also a lot of excitement over the idea of opening a marketplace on a dilapidated property, but to convince all the naysayers and help their districts school.
Journey along here with Regina and her dear friends, there are chuckles and tears, and a story that will fly off the pages.
There is also a teaser at the end of the next maidels story!

I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Kensington, and was not required to give a positive review.

I've read a few Amish/Mennonite romances, so I know what I like. Given the synopsis, I thought I would absolutely devour this book. After reading a few of the words used, it took me a while. Some of the words felt a bit displaced and too modern, but I rolled with it. I loved Regina's confidence and her continuing faith, despite the circumstances put out to her. I loved Gabe's need for justice and equality, among wanting to do right by Regina. Together they made a swell couple, and "honey-girl" was absolutely endearing.
Why did Uncle Clarence have to be so awful? It just made no sense, but oh well.
Friends-to-lovers (as much as you can be 'lovers' in an Amish romance) was a cute trope given, and I really enjoyed it.

I just have to say I love love Charlotte Hubbard books. And when I saw this book on netgalley for request. I hitthe request button so fast you would not believe it. This book is the first book in a series. We follow 5 unmarried amish women. And already there this book differs from other amish books. Most amish books do not tell the from the unmarried women perspective. And their fight to be independent. This book is Also about clean sweet romance. About strong friendships and familiy dynamics . I loved the book . Thank you to netgalley for letting me read this e arc in exchange for an honest opinion

The first book in the Maidels of Morning Star series will leave readers excited for the next one. When five "old Amish maids" out for a stroll find an old barn for sale the whole community will be forever changed. The Old Order group of Amish are very strict as this story will show. Regina and Gabe both have a secret passion that are against the Order. When their secrets are revealed, questions arise about the strict rules.
I loved the ingenuity of the Amish people as they come together to achieve their goal. I loved Bishop Jeremiah's compassion and wisdom when guiding the people. I loved his ability to see the truth in different situations. Looking forward to next book. Recommended!

If you are a fan of Charlotte Hubbard, you will love her new series, The maidens of Morning Star.

Morning Star is the first book of a four book series. Regina Miller has a hidden secret, and the new Morning Star Marketplace is a chance for her to share her secret with the world. She know her secret is not allowed by the Amish church, but she just can’t help herself and is brought before the community.

Gabe defends Regina to the church and ends up being shunned at the same time she is after he questions some of the Amish rules and admits his love for music. You know the old saying, misery loves company, well, this is what draws Gabe and Regina to become close.

Will things work out in time for these two? Only time will tell.

I received an ARC from Kensington Books through Netgalley and was not required to give a positive review. This book is 5stars all the way.

Order your copy today it will be live on Amazon on July 28. Preorder your today. You will not be sorry.

This book deals with a topic seldom covered in Amish books- how do the Amish REALLY feel about their restrictive lifestyle? It follows the story of two members of an Amish community in Missouri, both of whom are struggling with talents they need to express, but are forbidden by their Ordnung. They discover in each other two kindred spirits that help each other make some tough decisions. Loved it. Stayed up all night to finish it!

This book was a joy to read. It is well written and the author makes the story come to life with her words. This book hooks you on the first page and keeps you turning the pages to see what happens next. Thank you Kensington Books-Zebra via NetGalley for the ARC copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

This is the first book I have read by Charlotte Hubbard. It will not be my last. I absolutely loved this book. I loved the characters and the story line. I have been looking for another author who writes Amish books.

Hubbard has written many series about Old Order Amish communities. Morning Star begins a new series. Regina is a gifted artist, but has to hide her paintings due to her faith. Gabe is a talented musician who chafes at the restrictions being Amish. The couple are banned after their secrets are discovered, but grow close during the shunning. They given up their hobbies, but find new outlets form their skills. It's a good read.

As a Missourian, I loved this book and loved the fact that the Missouri author had the setting based on an Amish settlement in Missouri, Jamesport. Five Amish women who are considered to be maidels because they are in or close to their 30's are all friends and they work together to form a sort of marketplace in an old abandoned barn when it comes up for sale. Before they can do anything, they must get the bishop and the rest of the order to agree with the purchase since it will be a joint purchase by the Amish community. Regina comes up with the idea because she secretly has been painting pictures since she lives on her own as a result of her parent's deaths years before. Painting is forbidden in her community and could possibly cause her to be shunned. While she is working towards getting the marketplace going, she & Gabe, her longtime friend, become closer during the process. A great book to read and find out what happens to Regina and Gabe along with her friends and the marketplace.

I am thankful for the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book courtesy of the publisher, Zebra Books, and also Net Galley. This is my honest and unbiased opinion.

In Morning Star, the author presents some interesting problems and twists as the characters deal with balancing their gifts and their faith. As a reader, you feel their frustration and pain, eagerly awaiting a resolution

Five friends are visiting and walking around town on a visiting Sunday in the town of Morning Star. All five are young Maidels who are old enough to be married, but aren't. As they are walking, they see a For Sale sign on a barn, and Jo, one of the maidels, begins a brain storm, thinking that the church could buy the barn and land use it make money for building the new school they need. She envisions a marketplace type building where the Amish in the community can sell their wares. Jo goes to the bishop, Jeremiah, and explains her vision for the barn. This prompts a members meeting to see if there was support for buying the barn and using it as proposed.

From the beginning, the reader could assume that Jo is going to be the main character of the story, but the reader assumes wrongly in this case. The primary characters in this story are Regina and Gabe. Jo is the catalyst that makes the story come together into a cohesive whole.

Regina and Gabe both hold secrets that, in a way, stand as an obstacle between them. They work out the obstacles and create others along the way. It's a bit formulaic in that it follows the formula for romance novels: Boy meets girl, Boy gets girl, Boy loses girl, Boy gets girl back, Boy and girl marry. There are a few characters in this book that are quite unlikable, but they also make the plot work.

I've enjoyed every Amish Fiction book I've read by Charlotte Hubbard and this one is no different. I stayed up way too late to finish reading this book. It's that whole "one more chapter" thing. Five Stars, Two Thumbs Up, and a secret revealed that will no longer have a hold.

Kensington Books and NetGalley.com provided the copy I read. All opinions expressed are my own.

Morning Star is a very well written Amish romance. A well developed plot and characters. I look forward to reading more books in this series.

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This story is about five young unmarried Amish women. Regina and her friends while walking see a deserted stable and property. She discussed with her friends maybe it could be turned into a Amish marketplace. Regina goes to the bishop who is younger and more open hundredths most.He listens to her business plan and brings it before the congregation. It gets approved and financed by the members.There is enough room on the property for a new school also.Regina and her friends plus other's have signed up for shops. Regina runs a shop with pairings that she says are done by a friend of hers. She cannot tell the truth because art is not allowed in the Amish faith.Gabe who manages the furniture store where she works is very curious on the artist and suggest after a Sunday meal that maybe it is Regina.. Regina admits to the bishop it is really het. s She is shunned because of this . At her shunning Gabe admits he plays the guitar which is also against the faith.and he is shunned akso. Will Regina give up her painting? Will Gabe give up his guitar? As they turn towards each other at this time will they grow closer? Or will the loose who they are? Or with love will all things become possible? Thank you hoNey Galley for letting me read and review this book.

Charlotte Hubbard is one of my favorite authors in the Amish novel genre- thus, any new book and/or series from her is one I eagerly await. And Morning Star is no exception! I especially enjoyed many aspects of Morning Star and of Regina's character- the fact that Regina is an artist touches my heart because my daughter is an artist as are an aunt and my mother in law. Regina's passion for painting and her fight to be able to use this gift even within her Amish community is deeply touching and thought provoking. As is Gabe's confession of his artistic gift of music. Additionally, I admired the efforts of Regina and her friends in their goal of using an abandoned barn to turn it into an Amish marketplace for their community. The bishop's character is one that is progressive and open minded, which is evident in many parts of the story. Fans of Charlotte Hubbard and of Amish novels will not want to miss reading Morning Star!

A good start to a new series about 5 young women who are getting to the age of spinsterhood in the Amish community. This one focuses on Regina, who is a wonderful artist. Art is frowned upon, especially for simply beauty sake and not a practical purpose, so she is punished when it is revealed. Her boss Gabe, who she has a crush on, also has a hidden vice. He loves to sing and play the guitar and organ. The voice is fine, but playing instruments is not allowed either. Both are punished by a bann, and get to know each other more and more during that time. A sweet romance overall, but struggled to see such negative and harsh treatments. Glad Jeremiah has a level head. Looking forward to the next book in the series. Would recommend.