Pre-Owned Covert Amish Christmas (Paperback)

I know this was going to be a great book from the moment I read the first few pages. The author has always been consistent in giving a story filled with intrigue, twists, danger and an inspirational message . Victoria is in real danger when men come after her willing to do anything to silence her. She has information that could cost her her life. I loved how the setting is near where she grew up. It was interesting to know that at one time she was Amish. Im sure it isnt every day that you find a young woman shot in your shop. Aaron is shocked when he discovers an unconscious Victoria. Now he knows that the shots he heard during the night must have been directed at this woman. I loved how Aaron took her in and found a safe place for her. He has put his life and others in danger to help someone he doesnt know. It is a good example of helping those in need. Victoria is determined to see justice and will stop at nothing to make them pay for the death of not only her partner but the man she loved. To think people in the CIA that she worked with could be tracking her is hard to believe. Whatever evidence she has needs to stay secure until she can turn it over to someone she trusts. The author gives us a little background on Victorias past. Losing her parents at a young age was devastating. Years past and she had almost forgotten about her Amish heritage. She thinks she is not worthy to be forgiven of things she has done. Aaron blames himself for his wifes death. They both need a touch from God. Through the danger they face with bullets flying and men chasing them, will they find safety? This is a non stop action story that kept me on my toes. Just as I think Aaron and Victoria are safe, more men surround their hiding place. They are ruthless and are determined to take out anyone who could divulge their secret. Greed, money and power feed their evil side. I think this is the best story the author has written. I couldnt wait to get to the end because I believed that God would protect those in harms way. It is a great story about letting go of your past, doing the right thing and trusting God. Our future will not be defined by the past, but by what we make of it together. I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.

Covert Amish Christmas, by Mary Alford, grabbed my attention from the first page and held it to the last. Lots of suspense, tension, danger, and a bit of romance as readers follow Victoria, former CIA agent, as she finds refuge in the peaceful Amish community of West Kootenai, Montana. Ruthless enemies are after her and seem to find her wherever she hides. As the enemy discovers her once again, Victoria seeks help from an Amish widower, Aaron. Could they stay alive long enough to find the answers for which Victoria searches? Would two wounded souls be able to find happiness amidst the turmoil of the danger in which they find themselves embroiled? Mary Alford is a marvelous storyteller. She crafts believable characters, her writing is strong and poetic, and edge-of-the-seat action and twists to the plot are infused into the narrative, keeping the pages turning. Readers who enjoy Love Inspired Suspense stories full of courage, danger, and faith will not want to miss Covert Amish Christmas. I received a complimentary copy of this book via JustRead Tours. A favorable review was not required, and the opinions are my own. This review is part of a JustRead blog tour.