It was a very sweet story. I.really feel calm when I read amish fiction books. They are so in tune with nature. And family is very importert to.them. a Great read.
Thank you to netgalley for letting me read this e arc in exchange for an honest opinion

This is part of the Heart of the Amish series. I believe it can be read as a stand alone but you will want to go back and read the others in the series. Simon is the bishop and is also widowed . He takes care of his teenage son. When Simon’s son gets sick, he seeks out Stella. Stella is a healer that uses herbs and plants. I enjoyed reading Stella and Simon’s story. Another winner from Mindy Steele. Thank you to NetGalley and Barbour Publishing. This is my own opinion.

Courting an Amish Bishop by Mindy Steele ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I loved learn how Stella herbs and plants to heal the sick.

The Bishop, a single dad after losing his wife, Is set on living a single's life. Only God has other plans for him. When a flu pandemic sweeps through an Amish community. The Bishop must travel to the next county to plead with Stella to dress Amish to come help out his community. The Amish community doesn't trust the English doctor.

Feels start to bloom but they are both hurt from the past to act on those feelings. How can they move on from the past? Pre-order your copy today so on release day you can find out if they can and live a happily ever after.
Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book. I highly recommend it.

This was a fun book to read! I enjoyed learning more about foraging for items that would provide healing! Simon and Stella were such enjoyable characters who sought to help others despite any ill will that might be displayed. Michael, Ellie and Lena were great supporting characters.

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

With flu spreading in his community, including his teenage son, widowed Bishop Simon Graber seeks a healer in a nearby Amish community. Healer Stella Schmucker grew up in a dysfunctional family but has found a place growing and selling herbs. She is kind-hearted and doesn't charge for 'doctoring' to those in need. When a storm makes her mountain-side inhabitable, Simon's mother invites her to stay with her. Stella is not who Simon expected, but she is the right one to heal him and his community. I received a free copy of this ebook from the publisher through Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntarily given review. I love getting to know Stella and Simon. Simon is a gentle man who is still grieving while taking care of his community. Stella has had a hard life growing up and it's hard for her to realize her true value. They both need to move forward from their past to find a future together.

This is a wonderful story by Mindy Steele. Two hurting people are brought together by the needs of the community. Stella is a "doktor" to The Amish community using her herbs, roots and flowers to make natural remedies when people are ill. She has escaped a very painful and abusive childhood. Bishop Simon Graber has lost his wife and 2 small children in a car crash. He has one son, Michael, who is 16. The people in Simon's community become ill with the flu and other ailments. Bishop Graber takes Stella around to the people and she helps many with her natural remedies. As time passes, they grow fond of one another and begin to "court". They have many barriers to try and overcome. This story is about faith, trust, love, second chances and God's wonderful timing. I highly recommend this book. I received a complimentary copy of this book but was not required to leave a review.

Courting an Amish Bishop by Mindy Steele is a sweet story. My attention was captured right away. I enjoyed getting to know Stella Schmucker and Bishop Simon Graber. Bishop Graber’s son, Michael added humor to the story. It was interesting learning about the various herbs and their uses. I can tell that the author did her research. Those struck down with this virulent strain of flu in Cherry Grove, Kentucky certainly needed Stella and her knowledge. I liked the fact that Stella and Simon were middle-aged (instead of a man and woman in their early twenties). There are life and faith lessons throughout the story. Courting an Amish Bishop is the fourth book in The Heart of the Amish series, but it can be read as a standalone. This was an enjoyable story to read. Courting an Amish Bishop is a heartwarming Amish tale with benevolent bishop, a pervasive sickness, healing herbs, a cliffside house, a nasty storm, and a close-knit community.

Loved this book! Stella Schmucker grew up in a trouble home she left and moved to her grandparents in Kentucky. Her grandmother taught her all about nature and the natural cures. After their death, she was somewhat of a loner, content growing her herbs, making natural tintures to cure the ails of the community, and an occassional birth. Most call her the Doc.
A severe flu outbreak in a neighboring community caused the younger widowed bishop to seek out her help. Not knowing he was the bishop the tough as nails Stella keeps her guard up. In a twist of events and need for her to stay on in the community sent tongues wagging. Bishop Simon Graber and Stella both are keeping deep secrets. Can they come to a meeting of the minds? This is one of those you can't put down until your finished.
I received a complimentary copy of this book, opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Mindy Steel has again brought us a very unique look into the Amish community. This time, a holistic Doc Stella Schmuck is ask to tend to Bishop Simon Graber's son and the Cherry Grove community that had been invaded by a bad flu bug. Although she was not from the community, she fit in well and soon became important to the community.

We are able to see Simon in a different light than just a Bishop, and Stella as the lovely person who deserves to be loved. It is good to see God given opportunities for second chances.

The characters are well developed and very realistic. Although the book could be read as a standalone, if you have read others in this series, you will see small threads of the series woven throughout. The plot and whole storyline is well developed.

It is always an honor to read anything written by Mindy Steel, because she writes so well. This book is another great one to add to you collection of her outstanding books.

I highly recommend this 5-star books.

Thank you Barbour Publishing, for allowing me to read an advance copy. I was not required to give a positive review.

Loved reading the inspirational and awesome romance story. Bishop Simon needs a doctor and contacts Doc Stella for his teenage son and other people in the community, and Simon is surprised by his growing feelings for Stella. Read the highly recommended, wonderfully written, and a must read riveting love story by the amazing author, Mindy Steele.

I loved this book it is nice to read a story about older Amish finding love when they feel they no longer can. Tragedy struck both parties in different ways leaving them to feel they would never find love. It is all in God’s plans.

Overall, I liked this book - I've actually already recommended it to a friend. I loved that this book had so much depth (a lot more than "typical" Amish novels), such as the plot points about a difficult family background, losing family members, and letting go of grief and anger. It was wonderful to see the character development as the plot moved along. People do have broken pasts, they experience grief and sadness, and I appreciate that this author chose to address those subjects and show the characters moving on instead of brushing past them or ignoring them completely. It made the story a lot more relatable.

Stella's independent but soft personality was very likable, and I was glad she stayed that way throughout the story, especially at the end.

The few problems I had with this book were minor. I would have liked an epilogue l. I thought the plot point of Stella wearing Lizzy's old clothes was a bit odd. Why had they kept Simon's dead wife's clothes for 12 years? That seemed strange to me - I thought the purpose of Stella wearing them would lead to some discussion or mention of her filling Lizzy's shoes (literally and figuratively), but that wasn't the case.

There were some discrepancies with names throughout the story - Carl's son was referred to as both Zach and Jake, which was confusing.

I also would have liked to see Stella's family improve. I know the book wasn't about them, but it would have been nice for Stella to be able to reconcile with her parents and brothers and have them apologize to her. I felt that plot point could have been tied up better.

This is the fourth book in the series Heart of the Amish. Stella Schmuck is known as the Amish doctor she is well known for her herbal teas. Stella had a hard life until she was raised by her Grandparents. They died and left her the tiny home in Walnut Grove. When Bishop Graber's son gets sick with the flu his sister tells him about the doctor and he goes to bring her to see his son and the people of the town that are sick. This is a beautiful story of finding love again. I love Mindy Steele books and was glad to read for a honest review.

This was a fun read, although, there are really sad parts, and yet, life goes on!

Stella Schmucker is an Amish healer and when the nearby Amish community has flu out of control, she is called upon by their bishop to help.

I can just picture the bishop picking Stella up in his small buggy and she getting in with her dog! Not a dog lover, Simon Graber, needs Stella!

I also love that Simon's mother and his son love the dog! Stella is about to help those in need, some don't want her, but others need her!

Then we have the attraction between Stella and Simon, one has suffered a terrible loss, the other has been terribly hurt, can they forge a relationship?

I loved how everything worked out, but it is a bumpy road for answers!

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

Courting an Amish Bishop by phenomenal storyteller Mindy Steele is a captivating Christian Amish book. This is Book 4 in the Heart of the Amish Series, but it could easily be read as a stand alone. It is absolutely wonderful

The characters are expertly crafted and are believable. They have a depth to them and their personalities shine. I wanted to be penpals with some of them! The conversations sounded authentic and were some of my favorite parts of the book.

I enjoyed the author’s style of writing. The pace is even and her words engaging. It was easy to become invested in the characters and their lives. There were some twists and turns, drama, romance, animals, suspense, and interesting details. The herbal and natural remedies were fascinating. I learned a few things while reading.

Life and Christian lessons were abundant in this delightful tale. I adored that the main characters were a bit older and not the usual age of courting couples. They had struggles and some chuckles. This was a true page turner to see what was going to happen next. It all made for a charming story.

I highly recommend this novel. It is a bit different from most of the Amish books that I have read, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I highly recommend this excellent book. It gets a 5 out of 5 star rating from me. A copy was provided by Barbour Publishing and NetGalley, but these are my honest words. #CourtinganAmishBishop

Courting an Amish Bishop is a well written Amish romance.. easy to read and an entertaining plot. I recommend this book. I received an advance ebook from the publisher and this is my unbiased review..

Thank you to NetGalley and Barbour Publishing.for this book.

Amish romances are one of my go to reads when I want to relax and chill out. I was drawn to this book by the synopsis and cover photo. The author is a new one for me, but based on the cover and synopsis, decided to give the book a try. I am so glad I did.

I thoroughlybenjoyed the story and the escape to the Amish world. I recommend this book for all readers who enjoy Amis romance.

Recommend.

From Lena to Stella,
“A worthy livelihood, indeed. Much to keep one awful busy. Best you remember there is much to life, and it’s not all work.” no truer quote than this one and it sums up how life should be.
I loved every minute of this book! I couldn't put it down and only finished it just now.
Stella's back story is interesting and heartbreaking indeed. She's my favorite person in the whole story. I love her big ol heart and I appreciated in how she put others' needs before her own. She's also afraid of one thing and it's the very same thing I'm afraid of but more nervous than anything now. It's a challenge for sure for both me and Stella.
I didn't care much for Simon. He reminds me a few people I know in real life. Too secretive and closed off. Grief sure doesn’t help at all. But he's too serious in my opinion.
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For it is better, if it is God’s will, to suffer for doing right than for doing wrong.

Courting an Amish Bishop is about love, moving forward and not letting your past hold you back from a future that is waiting for you.

Stella Schmucker, the doctor in the Amish town of Walnut Ridge, Kentucky, had a rough childhood and only knew the love of a family when her grandparents took her in and cared for her. Learning from her grandmother on the use of herbs and teas to treat various ailments and illnesses, Stella continues to treat the community in her grandparent’s old home. She is also the local midwife.

During a bad outbreak of the flu in Cherry Grove, the next town over, the local bishop, Simon Graber travels to Walnut Ridge to get help from the local doctor. It is here that the two meet, although Stella is unaware that Simon is the bishop of Cherry Grove. Stella, always one to put others before her own needs, is happy to help and goes with Simon to treat his 16-year-old son, Michael first before seeing to the rest of the sick in the community.

A freak storm destroys Stella’s grandparent’s home, and she is unable to return until it is rebuilt. This offers Simon the opportunity to give Stella a temporary home, staying with his mother until her home is rebuilt, giving both the opportunity to get to know one another.

These two are perfect for each other in their willingness to always put their community’s needs before their own and serve with such joy. There were several moments when I was hoping Simon would get a move on and propose to Stella as (almost) everyone could see they were perfect for each other! It takes both nearly losing the each to finally come clean and admit their feelings and have their HEA.

Mindy Steele is an author I plan to read more from! A wonderfully written story that I thoroughly enjoyed.

I received this book an ARC from NetGalley and the publishers and submit my honest review.

This is book 4 of the series – Heart of the Amish. Young widower and Bishop of an Old Order Amish community, Simon Graber, is so busy with his work and Bishop duties, that he has given no thought to developing a relationship. His wife and two childrens death has him concentrating on his remaining teenage son, Michael.

An illness has spread through the community and not having anyone to give medical care, he travels to the next community to get help from Stella Schmucker who offers her knowledge of herbs to heal the sick.

Stella becomes friends with so many people in Cherry Grove yet causes much gossip among the people since she is single and so is the Bishop. Could this become a relationship as so many things is going on? Both have been so busy with their lives and work, they have given no though to a new relationship. Could this be a second chance in their lives for love?

This is a very delightful book, keeping you in suspense as so many events occur in the book. You will want to add this to your to be read list. I highly recommend this book. Thanks to Barbour and NetGalley for this copy.