In Bellevue, PA, everyone is still reeling over Rosa's disappearance a year ago and suspicions about her disappearance are still in people's minds. Ada and Ephraim admit their feelings for each other but accusations, mysterious fires & secrets seem destined to pull them apart. I was given a complimentary copy of this book by Barbour Publishing & was under no obligation to post a review.

The Peacemaker is the second book in the series A Mifflin County Mystery. I absolutely loved it. After finishing the last book a couple months ago I was on the edge of my seat waiting for the second to come out. I'm so blessed and grateful to NetGalley for providing me with a digital ARC copy of this book!

In the book before, Amish teenager Rosa Petersheim mysteriously disappeared. Her family had no idea if she was murdered, or simply left. The police searched for her and even questioned her boyfriend who had been the last to see her, but it was eventually declared a cold case. Rosa had not left a single trace.

The Peacemaker follows Rosa's best friend Ada. Ada is now dating Rosa's boyfriend from before, Ephraim. Ada feels some guilt from dating her best friend's boyfriend, but after all, it seemed like Rosa was never coming back.

Her family is still grieving, especially Rosa's mother. Her mother holds on to every last thread of hope that Rosa will be returning.

I would definitely recommend this book to fans of Amish Fiction. It's an amazing book. I think it could actually be read as a stand-alone novel but it would be better if you read the book before because then you have the backstory. I'm giving this book five stars.

Ada is such a sweet character and I enjoyed how she worked to keep the peace in the relationships that she had.



Ephraim continues to struggle with his past but seems to be moving forward. I appreciated how much he cared for his grandma.



My favorite character was Josiah. He seemed like such a great guy who knew how to care for those around him.



The questions about Rosa and her disappearance continues in this book.



Thanks to netgalley and Barbour Publishing for the arc. The opinions are my own.

The Peacemaker is the second book in this series by Wanda Brunstetter. Ada has been in love with Eprhaim since they were teenagers. However, Ephraim is in love with Ada's best friend, Rosa. When Rosa disappears, her brother Norman falsely accuses Ephraim of harming her. A shadow is cast on Ephraim. When his grandmother needs help in a different town, Eprhaim moves in with her. He's not happy living there away from his family, friends and the job he enjoys. He wants to continue to work for his dad in his harness shop. When Ephraim's dad has a heart attack, Ephraim and his grandmother go home to help. Ada and Ephraim and reunited and become close until Ephraim is once again falsely accused of harming Ada. What will it take to clear Ephraim's name? Can Ada and Ephraim start a life together without the shadow of Rosa's disappearance hanging over them? Read this book to find out what happens. I received a complimentary copy of this book but was not required to leave a review. #netgalley, #barbourpublishing #thepeacemaker

The Peacemaker is the next book about the disappearance of Rosie. Rosie's brother, Norman has given up his obsession with finding her though everyone in the community is still hopeful to find some closure. Ephraim, who was the last to see her, and a prime suspect in Norman’s eyes has moved away to help his grandmother in another county. The barn arsonist is still on the loose and destroying more properties. Will there be any peace amongst the people of the Amish community?
There are some surprises in this book that lead to new developments and major changes in the lives of some of the characters. The characters and their interactions are well developed and realistic. I stayed up late reading as I could not put this book down. The ending wraps up nicely though leaves an opening for another book.
I received an advance copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

Loved the book! Mystery, romance. It was wonderful and I highly recommend it.I honestly thought the book would have another book in the series but this book finished the series. Ended totally different than I expected.

The Peacemaker by Wanda E Brunstetter- Mystery, Relationships, Romance, Amish Fiction

The Peacemaker by Wanda E Brunstetter is the second book in the Mifflin County Mystery series. The first book in the series, The Protector, introduced readers to many of the characters featured in this second book.

Ada Detweiler was best friends with Rosa Petersheim who disappeared over a year ago. No one has seen or heard from Rosa since the night she went missing. Rosa’s disappearance continues to weigh heavy on the Petersheim family and friends. Out of necessity people have tried to go on with their lives, but still have hope that Rosa may return or they will finally get answers.

Ephraim Peight was Rosa’s boyfriend and he was the last person to see Rosa alive. Though there is no evidence, some people still suspect Ephraim of foul play. When Ephraim is asked to go stay with his grandmother and help her, he is reluctant to leave. Trying to make the best of the situation, he hopes that he will have a fresh start in a town where nobody knows him.

When Lewis Peight has a heart attack, Ephraim returns to town to help with this father’s business. During that time Ada and Ephraim start seeing each other as friends. Ada’s had feeling for Ephraim for quite a while, but would it be right for her to have a relationship with her missing friend’s boyfriend?

The Petersheim’s story continues and we see the impact Rosa’s disappearance has had on their family.

Faith is a part of this story. I like how faith was woven into the characters everyday lives. Most of the characters in the book were likeable. Not only are the main characters are featured, but also members of the families. Young, old and in between. Reading this book, you get a sense of what the community is like. I appreciate being able to read a clean novel.

I hope that in the next book of the Mifflin County Mystery series readers will find out what happened to Rosa.

I enjoyed reading The Peacemaker. The book is set at a slower pace and is more about developing the characters as opposed to an action novel. This works as a standalone novel, but you might benefit if you read the first novel, The Protector. If you like Amish fiction, mysteries, or romance novels I recommend The Peacemaker by Wanda E Brunstetter.

I would like to thank Barbour Publishing and NetGalley for the opportunity to read a complimentary copy of The Peacemaker by Wanda E Brunstetter. I was under no obligation to give a favorable review. The Peacemaker will be released on March 1, 2025.

With All Her Heart is a truly inspiring story written by Kelly Irvin. The author has spun a story about disabilitiesWith All Her Heart is a truly inspiring story written by Kelly Irvin. The author has spun a story about disabilities through some very compassionate characters. The author also gives the reader insight as to how these disabilities can effect persons life in good and bad ways. This story sheds light on SMA and how it's progression occurs. It is obvious the author has done thorough research for her readers. The characters are very likeable and I enjoyed getting to know there story. The storyline definitely keeps the readers interest. This is another enjoyable read from this author. through some very compassionate characters. The author also gives the reader insight as to how these disabilities can effect persons life in good and bad ways. This story sheds light on SMA and how it's progression occurs. It is obvious the author has done thorough research for her readers. The characters are very likeable and I enjoyed getting to know there story. The storyline definitely keeps the readers interest. This is another enjoyable read from this author.

The Peacemaker is the second book to Wanda Brunstetter’s Mifflin County Mystery series. It picks up where book one left off. Rosa Petersheim has been missing for over a year and no one knows if she is alive or dead. Her family has gone on with their lives but the mystery of Rosa’s disappearance is always on the back of their minds. Will this book reveal what happened to her or will this mystery go on to book three?
Romance is a big part of book two. Love is in the air for two couples. Besides the missing Rosa there is another mystery in this book as well. I always enjoy it when this Author adds mystery and romance to her books. I thought The Peacemaker was entertaining, realistic and a page turner. I will be waiting anxiously for book three to be released.
I highly recommend this book to readers of Amish Fiction, Romance and Mystery. If you have read book one, The Protector you will want to follow up with this book too. You could read The Peacemaker as a standalone but characters are carried over to this book from book one. I feel that readers would get more out of the mystery if they read book one first. This book is scheduled for release on 3/1/25.
I voluntarily read an advanced reader’s copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions shared here in this review are entirely my own.
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What a wonderful story Wanda E. Brunstetter tells in the second saga in THE PEACEMAKER (A MIFFLIN COUNTY MYSTERY, 2). We were introduced to our main characters, Ephraim Peight and Ava Deitweiler were introduced in book one of the series. Ava’s best friend, Rosa is still missing and some still think her former boyfriend, Ephraim is to blame.

All friends and family is having to learn to move on with their lives assuming Rosa is never coming back home.

This is a truly heartwarming story following Ephraim and Ava as the navigate their lives without Rosa.

The story is readable and believable. The characters are very realistic.

I give this book 5 stars and recommend it highly.

Thank you Barbour Publishing | Barbour Fiction for the opportunity to read this ARC. I was not required to give a positive review. Release day is March 1, 2025.

5 stars, Ada and Ephraim

THE PEACEMAKER (A MIFFLIN COUNTY MYSTERY, 2)
By Wanda E. Brunstetter

This is a contemporary Amish mystery. It begins in Belleville, Pennsylvania. Ada Detweiler's best friend Rosa Petersheim disappeared over a year ago. Rosa's brother Norman had left no stone unturned in the effort to find his sister.

Ephraim Peight moved to Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania to help look after his widowed grandmother. He has other things that he wants to do with his life, but he's doing the right thing for his family, right now.

Some mysteries are explained in this book, but others are not. It could be a stand-alone book, but it helps if you read these books in order. I've read book 1 and I plan on reading book 3 when it comes out.

Wanda E. Brunstetter is a wonderful Amish fiction author. I love how she substitutes Pennsylvania Dutch words into her text and puts the meaning of the words in the next sentence or two. You feel like you are learning a little, while you are reading her novels. She always adds a little of the Christian faith into her books, it makes her characters seem more real. The bonus recipe at the end is perfect!

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The saga of how loved ones of Rosa are dealing with her disapperance continues. I enjoy reading books set in Amish communities and this book did not disappoint. Thank you for the opportunity to read it.

Ava Deitweiler missed her friend Rosa who had disappeared without contacting anyone in a year. Ada was working at the greenhouse when she saw Rosa's former boyfriend Ephraim purchase a hanging basket of petunias for his mothers' birthday. As they were talking, Ephraim asked Ada to come over for cake for his mothers' birthday. Ephraim was visiting his parents home as he was helping his grandmother in Lancaster as she was elderly and had issues living on her own.

Ada was glad to visit a friend, but Ephraim was not highly thought of because he was Rosas' boyfriend and they had an extremely loud fight on the night of her disappearance. Rosas' brother Norman suspected that Ephraim was responsible for her death even though he claimed his innocence.

Then Ada heard a rumor.....

A wonderful story of live, misunderstandings and forgiveness. Ada and Ephraim's story is heartwarming and very relatable.

This is the second book in this series. I was fortunate enough to also read the first. This continues the story. Branstetter is a fantastic author of Amish romance. She adds mystery, jealousy, and other elements that really make the book fun. In this second book we still don’t know what happened to Ada when she disappeared. Life has been moving on but not all of her family and friends are willing to let it go without answers.

Loved reading the inspirational and awesome story. Ada has feeling for Ephraim, and she’s willing to spend time with him even if it’s just as friends. Read the highly recommended, wonderfully written, and a must read riveting story.

I really enjoyed this Amish romantic mystery read; I literally devoured the entire thing in a single sitting. I love Amish romance, and this didn’t disappoint.

The characters were likeable, the plot solid, and the mystery intriguing without overshadowing the other plot threads.

Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this ARC in return for my honest review..

I am absolutely loving this series! Book 1 had friends and family searching for Rosa. Now, in book 2, they are figuring out how to move on with their lives more than a year later while still holding out hope for her return. What could easily be a dark topic remains hopeful as Rosa’s loved ones seek love and peace amidst the unknown, relying on help from God and each other. I am dying to get my hands on book 3, coming out in late summer 2025, to solve the rest of this puzzle. Wanda Brunstetter has brought Amish fiction to a new level with the Mifflin County series, and I know somehow things must turn out right for the Petersheim family in the end. For a unique Amish mystery by one of the best Christian fiction writers out there, start with book 1 and do not miss this amazing romantic trilogy.
*I received a complimentary copy of this ebook courtesy of Barbour Publishing through NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I always enjoy reading Wanda Brunstetter’s books, especially when they are in a series. This is the 2nd book in the Mifflin County mystery series. I was drawn in from page 1 because after reading the 1st book. The Protector, I was anxious to see if Rosa, the young Amish lady who went missing, was ever found. It does help if you read the first book so you become familiar with the characters. I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book. This is a must read for sure!

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

I didn’t realize when I started The Peacemaker by Wanda E Brunstetter that it was the second book in a the Mifflin county mystery series. Mrs Brunstetter did a wonderful job filling you in on the characters so you weren’t lost but I still want to go back and read the first one. In this book Ava’s best friend Rosa Petersheim is still missing and her boyfriend Ephraim was under suspicion since he was the last one to see her and they fought before her disappearance. Ava has always been in love with Ephraim. Will she get a chance with him? Will he notice her or will she always be just Rosa’s best friend? Thank you NetGalley, the author Wanda E Brunstetter, and Thomas Nelson Fiction for the Arc book. This is my honest review!