This is the perfect read for anyone who is a devout Christian or is thinking of becoming Christian. It is a clean read and a heartfelt on.

This is very typical of Ms Brunstetter's writing and will be beloved by her fans.

On the other hand I had a little trouble following the many secondary character's for a while (at least for 50% of the book) and some of the secondary character's life problems/solutions should have taken up entire books to fix, not just what was given to them in this book.

This book was more like reading a series of short stories.

ARC supplied by publisher

I have come to really love this series. I love how the author brings strangers together for a cooking class. They all meet in an Amish home where Heidi and Lyle live. Heidi is such a sweet and compassionate person. Her heart is full of love and kindness. After a devastating loss, Lyle thinks it is time for Heidi to teach another cooking class. The description of the Amish lifestyle is very well written and shows how much the author knows about the Amish culture.

As each student was introduced, we get a little background on their life. Each one comes from different places, but they each were seeking, acceptance, love, friendship and for some , forgiveness. I loved how each character blended well into the story. I have to say that I wanted to be in the kitchen as one of the students. I could feel how much Heidi loved to share her cooking skills . She made everyone feel welcome and had that tender touch of listening and guiding her students to overcome their obstacles. It was nice to have a few previous students visit in the story. The author has a wonderful style of writing which brings readers right into the story. After each class, Heidi gives the students a recipe card with a scripture on the back. I loved how those scriptures impacted their lives.

I don't have a favorite character because I felt they each played a key role in the overall story. Each character has something they are dealing with that centers around forgiveness and disappointment. At the end of the book the author has included discussion questions. I loved reading them and thinking about my answers to them. As an added bonus recipes are included at the end also. I know there are several I am going to try. Overall the book was very touching and I loved how the characters were able to open up and trust each other. I am looking forward to the next book in this wonderful series.

I received a copy of this book from the author. The review is my own opinion.

The Blessing by much-loved author Wanda Brunstetter, continues her new series, Amish Cooking Class. There is no disappoint here with this second story of Heidi Troyer and her cooking class! As a young, childless Amish wife dealing with disquieting circumstances decides to have another class, She wonders what would she learn from this group of students. Individuals from all walks of life have opted to gather for six classes on Amish cooking. A teen burdened with the cooking at home, a hunter who gets teased by his buddies for his cooking skills or lack thereof, a policeman's wife, the head maintenance man at a high school, along with a caterer with a budding career, and a food critic with a somewhat negative attitude make up this eclectic group. The author keeps the reader's interest as these six individuals interact with and begin to share their lives with Heidi and each other. Some situations are a little predictable and yet there are some twists and turns that keep the pages turning. Although a sweet story, the author expertly touches on some very tough and heartbreaking subjects as she writes of childlessness, single parenting, and alcoholism and its disruptive and alienating effect on families. There is a little romance, a little angst about a possibly troubled marriage and a little anxiety as a black bear decides to visit one of the attendees. The Blessing is a charming story of people from different cultures and circumstances finding friendship, forgiveness, and faith in a fun setting. Included at the end of the book are the recipes made by the class each week.
I received a complimentary copy of the book from the publisher. A positive review was not required and the opinions expressed are my own.

If you read my review of The Seekers, book 1 in Wanda E. Brunstetter’s Amish Cooking Class series, then you know I wasn’t exactly excited about this series when I first heard about it. You will also know that I totally changed my mind while reading The Seekers.

Well, after being excited for the next book in the series, The Blessing, to release, I am so glad I gave this series a chance! I actually think I may have liked this book slightly more than the first one!

In The Blessing we get to return to the Troyer farm where Heidi is going to teach another Amish cooking class. I’m really enjoying this theme of Amish cooking classes. I think it has something to do with my interest in the simpler life, as well as the great food many Amish are known for. I also enjoy how the class brings a group of strangers together.

One of the people I most enjoyed reading about was a food critic. This individual didn’t share their reason for taking the class, which caused some issues. I think I liked the uniqueness of the character in this type of setting the most.

I also enjoyed how Wanda carried the story over from The Seekers with Kendra’s baby. There is a surprising spin near the beginning of this book that I didn’t see coming, but made for a touching and thought provoking storyline.

As you can tell, I really enjoyed this installment of the Amish Cooking Class series. I’m hoping there are more books to come about Joel and Heidi.

The Blessing is that Mrs. Brunstetter continues to write such delightful stories that I love. It is so easy to like her characters. How could you not love Heidi? She suffers such heartbreak but continues to be faithful and trusts that GOD does have a plan for her.

Each character blesses others in some way (big or small). They each might have an obstacle to conquer in their own lives but by giving to others they are blessed in return.

I read this very quickly. I loved it. I don't read Wanda Brunstetter's books. I devour them until she released a new one. Thank you for blessing my life with your talents.

This is a follow up to the first book you catch up with some of the characters from the first book but also get introduced to another group of characters. In this book Heidi and Lyle are faced with some disappointment but also take it in stride and now have a few huge choices to make. Heidi decides to take on a other group of people for this book with teaching cooking. There are six people not including Heidi, however that being said it was not hard to keep up with what was going on. Each person faced something that impacted there life and there story was told. The author did an amazing job making it all flow and not make it seem like to much going on with that many characters. It was also nice to catch up with some of the people from the first book as well. Fair warning though you will feel hungry with the amount of food that is being made through out this book. I liked how Lyle is there and he seems like the silent type but he loves Heidi with such an amazing love that just jumps off the pages. This book has a strong healing and forgiveness message through out and no matter what your being faced with it reminds you to love one another no matter what anyone is going through. This book does not disappoint at all and is well worth the read.

The Blessing is book two from Wanda Brunstetter's The Amish Cooking Class series. In this installment, we meet 6 new students in Heidi's class. These students include:
Nicole - a young teen girl, who is trying to learn to cook for her divorced dad and family. She's, also, dealing with her mother's abandonment.
Lisa - a caterer, who is trying to find new ways to improve her business.
Todd - a food critic, who wants to write an article about the class but does not tell anyone of his intentions.
Bill - a hunter, who wants to impress his hunting buddies by cooking something new (and good) at their cabin during the season.
Allie - a lonely housewife and mother, who is taking the class because it was a gift by her husband.
Lance - a widowed mailman, who wants to find a new way to spend his time.
Though not a student of the class, unwed and pregnant Kendra plays a part of the story right from the start.
I cannot tell how much I love this series and The Blessing is a wonderful addition to it. There is so much a reader can learn from reading this book. Forgiveness, redemption, faith, compassion, and trust. There are scenes of heartache and tears, while others with laughter and smiles, and even some romance when least expected. I cannot wait to read the next book in the series and see what happens next for Heidi and her students.
Highly highly recommended.
100 stars.

The second book in the Amish Cooking Classes series as we continue to follow Heidi as she gives a series of six cooking classes to those interested in learning to cook traditional Amish dishes. I thoroughly enjoyed the first book and really looked forward to the second. Honestly the first book was better but this one was still very enjoyable. I really liked the little drop ins of past students that fit seamlessly into the story.
The students this time around were just as eclectic as the first book. I love how the author takes you along in the lives of the all the cast without it feeling jumbled. Seeing the students where they live so to speak and not just when they attend the cooking class really helps you journey with and understand them which in turn makes this book the great read it is.
One thing I was really looking forward to reading about was the little cliffhanger if you will from book one, Heidi and her husband Lyle adopting the baby of one of her former students. I won't give it away but I love how it was handled and written.
The students although so different eventually grow to be invested in each others lives. This was not overnight which was realistically written. The students themselves experience growth in their own lives and personal relationships.
I love Wanda E Brunstetter and as usual she did not disappoint.

I love sequels! I love finding out what happened to characters from the first story. It's not like they just disappear is it? Wanda Brunstetter has included many of the characters from the first book The Seekers. She tied up a lot of loose ends and gave us hope for some sad characters from that first story. The Blessing continues with Heidi giving cooking lessons out of her kitchen. Gosh I wish I could sign up for those classes! If you are a Brunstetter fan you'll love these books. If you aren't here is a great place to start reading her books. The books give you a warm feeling and,most of all, gives you hope. In the Amish cooking series Brunstetter takes one Bible verse and seems to weave stories around that verse. It shows how simple words from the Bible can have an effect on everyone's lives. I thoroughly enjoyed reading these books and can't wait for the next one!

In this sweet, heart warming story, a cooking class brings unique individuals together in unexpected ways. The author brings to life each character and their situation. Amazing how something as simple as getting together to learn to cook can create long lasting friendships and more. I enjoyed this story very much. I received a copy of this story from the author and Net Galley and this is my personal honest opinion.

THE BLESSING by Wanda Brunsetter Amish Cooking Class book 2
Heidi dreams of having a baby, and then she would quit teaching cooking class to raise the baby. Kendra moves back home and with help of parents she is keeping. Heidi did love teaching, has 5 that signed up. Interesting mixture , of who they are, and why they are taking the class. This was a rich description of them in the story, and the support of how the Amish gives to other so freely. These people got so much more then just cooking. Given ARC copy from Net Galley for my voluntary review and my honest opinion.

The story continues with Heidi and Lyle along with some new characters and a delightful story line. Kendra a character from the first book is given an opportunity that eventually affects both Heidi and Lyle. Can't give details it will ruin the story.
In this book we meet Bill whom is razzed by his friends about his cooking during their annual camping trip.
Nicole, a high school student who is struggling since her mother left and was an alcoholic.
Allie, a mother of 2 and husband who is a cop.
Lisa, a caterer who wants to learn some new dishes to serve in her catering business.
Todd, a food critic who decides to write an article about the cooking class
Lance, a postman decided to learn something new after his wife past away.
Each person has there own problems and with the Bible verses Heidi places on each card they all soon realize something valuable to change them or their outlook on life.
I feel like I knew each of the characters and want to hug some, shake some and encourage others.
I hope there is a 3rd book because it left the ending to open. Love this story and so will you. By the way there is something interesting coming for Heidi and Lyle. and Eli and Loretta make an appearance in the book along with Kendra.

Second book in series.
I loved the first book- The Seekers, so I was excited to read this ARC.

The students are learning to cook, but everyone learns more than just culinary skills.
They all come together from different walks of life, yet find common ground- specifically cooking the Amish way.

I loved these characters and became as interested in these new students as I did the last class.
I was happy to revisit the last class members and get updates on them while meeting the new class.

I highly recommend Wanda Brunstetters books - this series is a top fave of mine and I am hoping for more!!

Amish Cooking Class - The Blessing – Wanda Brunstetter

This is the second in the Amish Cooking Class series. We find Heidi Troyer and her husband ready to finally experience parenthood. They had become friends with Kendra, one of her former students, who is now pregnant, living with them and has promised to let them adopt the baby. Circumstances change and now Heidi decides to teach another cooking class to help heal her grieving heart.

She takes on 6 new students who each have needs in their lives that we learn about as the book progresses. Heidi teaches flavorful Amish recipes to them, giving them copies of the recipes, along with scriptures written on the back of the recipes. Her prayers for each student, along with the scriptures, impact each student in a special way.

I loved this book and look forward to more in the series. It was a very easy, quick read and I highly recommend it to all readers.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.

Heidi Troyer is back with another cooking class. This second book in the series finds Heidi trying to keep busy to fill a void in her life. Another class full of people with real problems that are very relatable. Highly recommended!

The Blessing by Wanda and Jean Brunstetter is the second book in the series The Amish Cooking Class. In the first book Heidi decides to offer cooking classes to the community. In this book, they are looking forward to adopting Kendra’s baby. So, not to cause any spoilers, I will not further go into the adoption. Heidi does however, offer a second cooking class.
Just like the first book, Heidi's has a variety of students who are each facing their own need for guidance. Heidi welcomes a young teenage girl struggling to keep her family afloat after her alcoholic mother abandons them, Heidi’s very own mailman who is lonely after the death of his wife, a wife of a policeman who gifted her with the classes, a caterer there to learn new recipes for her business, a hunter/bachelor who wants to learn to cook something different for his friends, and a gentleman with a secret agenda.
Heidi again approaches each class with patience and compassion. She tenderly tries to help her students not only learn to cook but give them guidance for the problems that they are facing in their lives. Heidi offers a Bible verse each week along with the recipes from that cooking class.
It was great to see students from the first class come back in this story. I love how the authors not only continues Heidi’s story but also those characters that the reads have invested in and wish to know more about.
The characters are well developed and as a reader I can truly get lost in their lives. I cannot wait to read the next book in the series and see where Heidi and Lyle’s new adventure takes them.
I received an advance reader copy of this book from netgalley in return for my honest opinion of the book.

Another great book by a terrific author. The Blessing is very well written with a good story and characters. I always enjoy this author's books.

The Blessing by Wanda E. Brunstetter is the second book in the series The Amish cooking class. In the first book Heidi and Lyle open their home up at the Troyer Amish Farm for cooking classes that Heidi teaches. In this second book Heidi teaches were second cooking class. I read the Brunstetter's first book in The Amish cooking class series and this book did not disappoint.

Just like the first book, Heidi's students in The Blessing are facing a variety of needs. Aa young teenage who is struggling with life after her mother, an alcoholic, abandon her family. A mailman who wants to learn to cook. A wife who's husband is a policeman and gives her this gift to learn to cook. A caterer who wants to learn new recipes for her business and a hunter who wants to learn to cook for his buddies. The story bring in some of the characters from the first book in the series, which is an added bonus to see how the first set of doing are doing.

Heidi seems to be a compassionate and thoughtful young woman, with a good sense of humor who genuinely loves sharing her love of cooking and of God with her students. It is heartwarming to see how Heidi is able to reach her students hearts when they are suffering, particularly teenage Nicole, who is struggling with forgiving her mother for leaving the family.

At the classes Heidi teaches her student to cook good Amish food and always sends them home with a Bible verse on the back of the recipe card. The story shows how each person needs something in there lives and Heidi is able to help them.

The story has feelings of hope, love, friendship, forgiveness and trust in God. Heidi shares a scripture with each of her recipe cards. This touching story left me wanting for more. I hope there will be more additions to her Cooking Class series. The stories are uplifting and enjoyable to read.

I really loved the second book in this series !! I liked how the author included characters from the first book as well. I also liked how the author was able to bring characters together as she did in the first book. I also liked how I saw each of the characters struggle and grow throughout the book. I really do hope that there will be more books in this series !!

This is the second book in the series The Amish cooking class. Heidi and Lyle open their home up at the Troyer Amish Farm for a second cooking class. Her students are a young teenager Nicole who is struggling with her family life.. Her mother and father are divorced and her mother is a alcoholic who is now remarried. A mailman who wants to learn to cook. A wife who's husband is a policeman and gives her this gift to learn to cook. A caterer who wants to learn new recipes for her business and A hunter who wants to learn to cook for his buddies. At the classes Heidi teaches them to cook good Amish food and always sends them home with a quote from the Bible on the back of the recipe card. The story shows how each person needs something in there lives and Heidi is able to help them. It is a beautiful story and a great second book in the series.