Miracles at Promise Lodge is Hubbard's eighth and final book in the Promise Lodge series, so this was a bittersweet read for me, as I've read the previous seven books, and the characters in them almost feel like family to me!

This is mainly the story of bad boy Isaac Chupp and ditzy Maria, who both come to Promise Lodge looking for a new start. Will Isaac be able to prove to this community that he's turned over a new leaf? And will Maria be brave enough to re-open her fire-damaged bakery? And will these two people decide that they can't live without each other, or that they can't live with each other?

I enjoyed meeting new characters and reconnecting with old ones in ths book. The thing I didn't care for in this story was that there were some refereences to and inuendos about sex in this story. To me, this was an unnecessary part of this story. This is the reason I gave it t three-star rating.

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Wow! This is such wonderful addition to the Promise Lodge series. There is a ton going on with young couples in love, weddings, babies, newcomers, family challenges, Isaac trying to rebuild his reputation, and Maria returning to Promise Lodge. But under Hubbard's masterful hand, all these plots and subplots are woven together seamlessly to create an engaging story that has the reader turning page after page.

Fans of the Promise Lodge series will be thrilled to see the continued growth of this tight-knit Amish community in Miracles at Promise Lodge. Favorite characters' storylines continue, while new characters' stories unfold. The must read Epilogue wraps up some storylines, but leaves room for future ideas. And, readers are treated to more yummy recipes from the Promise Lodge kitchen.

Though Miracles at Promise Lodge can be read by itself, I encourage fans of Amish fiction, family-focused fiction, inspirational fiction, and those who enjoy masterfully-told stories to invest time in reading the entire Promise Lodge series.

Heartwarming romance at its best is what you can expect from Charlotte Hubbard!

This is a sweet story of Isaac, whose past seems to be his identity and how he is seen by others. As he takes a job which requires the trust of others, some things are very hard for Isaac and he doesn't always make the best decisions. He makes a mistake and has to work things out, which can be difficult. I loved Maria, despite her many annoying flaws. She added lots of color and "action" to the story. I enjoyed reading about the characters from earlier Promise Lodge books. All the characters were fun to read about and the story line was well developed I enjoyed this book very much. I received a complimentary copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Miracles At Promise Lodge by Charlotte Hubbard
Returning to the fan-favorite world of Promise Lodge, the small-town Missouri setting for her beloved Amish inspirational romance novels, Charlotte Hubbard charms readers with a Mother’s Day themed tale perfect for fans of Shelley Shepard Gray and Beth Wiseman!
A season of change has blessed the Amish of Missouri’s Promise Lodge, as mothers-to-be anticipate the arrival of their little miracles and one young man’s life is about to take an unexpected turn as he sheds his bad boy reputation and embraces the value of faith and hard work.
Long-time residents of Promise Lodge welcome a wave of newcomers that includes a pretty potter who’s come to help an expectant couple, and a hard-working dairy expert ready to manage the herds on the expanding Burkholder farm. Then there’s Isaac Chupp, the handsome, charming son of a notoriously unyielding Bishop from nearby Coldstream. Isaac has recklessly rebelled against his dat, and his bad boy reputation precedes him. Now he seeks a fresh start, applying for work at Dale Kraybill’s bulk store.
Proving himself reliable while Dale takes off for his wedding trip is Isaac’s bold first step. But more miraculous awakenings may come as he settles into the warm new light of the faithful community. And while Promise Lodge celebrates an abundance of newborns as summer turns to fall, Isaac discovers a kindred soul who has her own share of challenges. In helping her, he just may find his true purpose in loving selflessly, building up, and giving back . . .
This is Isaac Chupp's story.
This is Vera Brubaker's story.
This is Maria Zehr's story.
This is Ezra Overholt's story.
Isaac Chupp apply for work at Dale Kraybill’s bulk store.
Vera a pretty potter who’s come to help an expectant couple.
As Isaac Chupp entered the bulk store at Promise Lodge, he was immediately aware of how bright and clean it was—and that all the aisles ran perpendicular to the checkout counter. Compared to Coldstream’s tired old market, it was a step into the twenty-first century: the glass-front refrigerator units and overhead lights were electric, and their radiance was reflected in large mirrors that covered the upper walls. The owner, Dale Kraybill, was Mennonite—
And he’s savvy. From the checkout counter, he can see everyone in his store.
In the mirrors, Isaac noted that several shoppers, Plain and English alike, were pushing carts along the well-stocked aisles.
While the storekeeper helped a young woman in an Amish-style kapp set up a display of the most colorful pottery dishes he’d ever seen.
Vera, your pottery will fly off the shelves.
Kraybill said to the young woman.
Vera blushed modestly at Kraybill’s compliment.
“Denki, Dale, you’re very kind,” she said in a low voice. “You’ve given me quite an opportunity to display my work.”
I recommend reading.
Miracles at promise lodge by Charlotte Hubbard is a 4 star book.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Charlotte Hubbard.
I received a complimentary copy of this book, opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Entertaining

Miracles at Promise Lodge is an entertaining read. Along with the moments that had me smiling were moments that were sweet. tender and endearing, moments of faith, moments that had me pondering and reflecting, and even moments that were totally unexpected, which caused a tad bit of surprise and shock. However, this made for a good mix that added much to the story. Although I enjoyed catching up with characters from earlier in the series, once the new characters were added in, I struggled a bit to keep everyone and their stories straight. Still, in all, it was an enjoyable story.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book. All comments and opinions are voluntary and completely my own.

The Promise Lodge series continues as more people move there and experience the love and forgiveness of the community. Readers who have read previous books in this series will enjoy catching up with lives of the characters. Those who have not read the books may have a hard time sorting out the many friends and family members. Maria was the most annoying character! Isaac was more tolerable because of his background. Vera was easy to love along with Ezra. Enjoyable read but I believe the growing cast of characters is will turn off some readers.

Miracles at Promise Lodge by Charlotte Hubbard takes us back to the quaint community of Promise Lodge. It was great to catch up with the characters that started the community and who have moved into it since its creation. I like that it is a community started by women (I wonder if the Amish will ever allow women to be deacons or bishops). Isaac has come to Promise Lodge for a fresh start. Unfortunately, members of his old community live in the area and are fully aware of his misdeeds. Isaac has a temper as well as impulse control issues. There is one scene that I found particularly troubling with Isaac. It can be a trigger for individuals who have been abused or assaulted. Maria Zehr’s arrival is quite vociferous, and the timing is inopportune. Maria is a piece of work. I would not have had the patience to deal with her. I like Vera. She is a kind, forgiving young woman. Vera is also artistic and allowed to express her creativity through her pottery. It was good to see Dale and Irene so happy. Jealousy and envy were two of the themes in the story. Faith was nicely woven into the story. It is great how the people who live in Promise Lodge help each other and are welcoming to new people (I wish all communities were like that). I like the author’s writing style (makes the story easy to read). There is good plot and character development. I have read all the books in the series, so I am familiar with the characters and the setting. New readers would not have that knowledge (it is best to read the series in order). One of my favorite phrases from the book is, “One of the best things about the Bible is the way we can read a passage again and again throughout our lives, yet those verses can take on a different meaning—often depending upon our circumstances.” I look forward to my next visit to Promise Lodge.

The author and the Promise Lodge series was new to me, I have read each book and each one hasn't disappointed. From the first book to this last one, the story continues with the three sister who bought the lodge and those who moved there. In this book Issac Chupp, the bad seed from Coldstream comes in hopes that they will give him a job and a fresh start. There is plenty of people who are leary of the bishops son that caused so much heartache. There are lessons learned, love to be found and most of all forgiveness. You won't be disappointed. I received a complimentary copy of this book, opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Miracles at Promise Lodge by Charlotte Hubbard allows us to take a return visit to the Amish of the Missouri’s Promise Lodge community and catch up with the happenings in the lives of familiar friends there. Although you could read this as a standalone book, I personally feel you would enjoy it more if you read the other books in this series.

The plot and character development is just amazing. Ms. Hubbard moves from one event in this novel to another with seamless storytelling.

Loved being able to travel with Isaac on his journey from being the Amish bad boy, to becoming someone with a new understanding of the importance of a purpose in life. Vera is wonderful. You love her from the start. She is a very talented young pottery trying to discover her place in a community. We also welcome a few more new members to this unique Amish community.

I highly recommend this 5-star addition to the Promise Lodge series.

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

I love how these books have built on one another, but each book can be read alone.

I remember all of these characters from past books and two of the main, oh yes, I remember Isaac Chupp from when he burned down the barns, and Marie from when she took down the Promise Lodge sign. Now these two are both at Promise Lodge at the same time, and do we need to watch out?

Wow, what a journey you are about to embark on as you turn the pages, and again when the last page was turned, I wanted more.

Loved how this story played out, and we welcome a few new members to this wonderful place!

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

3/3.5 Stars 🌟

This was an interesting read. I found it a bit hard to follow at times because it unfolds with a lot of different POVs that I had a hard time keeping track. Regardless, it was a sweet Amish romance read.

Miracles at Promise Lodge by Charlotte Hubbard

Summary:
Returning to the fan-favorite world of Promise Lodge, the small-town Missouri setting for her beloved Amish inspirational romance novels, Charlotte Hubbard charms readers with a Mother’s Day themed tale perfect for fans of Shelley Shepard Gray and Beth Wiseman!

A season of change has blessed the Amish of Missouri’s Promise Lodge, as mothers-to-be anticipate the arrival of their little miracles and one young man’s life is about to take an unexpected turn as he sheds his bad boy reputation and embraces the value of faith and hard work.

Long-time residents of Promise Lodge welcome a wave of newcomers that includes a pretty potter who’s come to help an expectant couple, and a hard-working dairy expert ready to manage the herds on the expanding Burkholder farm. Then there’s Isaac Chupp, the handsome, charming son of a notoriously unyielding Bishop from nearby Coldstream. Isaac has recklessly rebelled against his dat, and his bad boy reputation precedes him. Now he seeks a fresh start, applying for work at Dale Kraybill’s bulk store.

Proving himself reliable while Dale takes off for his wedding trip is Isaac’s bold first step. But more miraculous awakenings may come as he settles into the warm new light of the faithful community. And while Promise Lodge celebrates an abundance of newborns as summer turns to fall, Isaac discovers a kindred soul who has her own share of challenges. In helping her, he just may find his true purpose in loving selflessly, building up, and giving back . . .

Review- 3-Star
I struggled to read this book not because it’s poorly written, but I couldn’t connect with the storyline or the characters. I would read a few pages maybe a chapter at a time. It didn’t hold me like most books do. I could easily put it down and do other stuff. The editing was spot on and that’s the only reason it’s getting a 3-star review.

I received this book from NetGalley for my honest review

I enjoyed this book for a few reasons. Number 1- this author is familiar to me, so the characters are familiar to me. I would recommend reading her previous books!
Number 2- it deals with some pretty common issues like envy and physical intimacy.
Number 3- it does focus a lot on faith in God!

Isaac was hard to like. He's brash, impulsive, and running from God. However, he soon starts to work on his faults and become a better man. Vera is wonderful! I love her forgiving spirit, her artistic style, and her willingness to lend a hand.

Promise Lodge is a place I'd love to visit! The sense of community is refreshing, and everyone who lives there is committed to helping others.

I was provided a copy of the book from Zebra Books via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Miracles at Promise Lodge by Charlotte Hubbard will have you laughing and your head spinning trying to keep track of all the zany characters. The mistakes made by several, the forgiveness given by others, and the crazy mix of couples will have you glad you chose to read this fun, easy reading novel.

A copy was provided for my review, but all opinions are my own.

Miracles at Promise Lodge by Charlotte Hubbard is a delightful story to read. I recommend it and am giving it four and a half stars.

Miracles at Promise Lodge is a well written Amish romance. I enjoyed the plot and character development. My thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for my ARC. This is my unbiased review.

Miracles at Promise Lodge by Charlotte Hubbard was a good story. Did the Amish bad boy live up to his reputation? Did the girl who was after any boy she could latch onto finally get one who wasn’t quick enough to avoid her? Read this book to find out all the ups and downs of these young folks.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher. All words are my own.

I haven't read anything by this author before so I'm not sure if that put me at a disadvantage. There were so many characters for me to get acquainted with that it made it difficult to follow along for the majority of the book. I didn't really connect with any of the characters in the book either and found some of the subjects that I didn't enjoy.



Thanks so much to netgalley and the publisher for the arc. The opinions are my own.

I enjoyed reading this novel, as I have other ones in this series. I wasn’t at all sure how things would turn out for Isaac, but as the story progressed, things were still up and down up until almost the end. I wish the author wouldn’t have included so many other characters stories in this book, because at times it was difficult to follow. All in all, it was a typical book for her. Thanks to NetGalley for allowing the advance copy for my honest review.

I wanted to add this quote in because it's one of the first lessons of this book that everyone has to learn besides just the one character.
A sincere apology can go a long way for sure and certain. So can forgiveness which is the hardest part because of one's pride.
“God bless you, and gut luck,” the bishop said with a nod. “If your apology doesn’t go the way you want it to, be patient and try again, Isaac. Life is a road, and every step along the way is a lesson.”“And if you choose not to ask Vera for forgiveness,” warned Preacher Amos, “we’ll be hearing your confession at church next Sunday, so the congregation can vote on your penance.”
Here's another quote I loved
“My hatred would eat me away from the inside out, while it probably wouldn’t even faze you. I’ve chosen to let it go, and to let God be in charge.
If we all could do that think how the world would be a different place! This is why I admired Vera. She knows who has control and chose to give it to Him. Not other people.
Hate does eat away at you. It never affects the other person only you.
Issac I wasn't too sure about in the beginning. I only thought that he came back to cause more trouble. But, there's still hope.for him yet. He's a hard headed one that one. It's going to take a hard lesson for him to learn of he ever does.
In a way I kind of feel sorry for him. Because generally all that starts in the home. For Issac it was his dad and that's all I'm going to say about that one. I don't want to ruin it for others. But I think other readers will figure it put.
I love this cover! It's my favorite color!