Anticipation Thursday: The Shop Down the Lane by Leslie Gould

Anticipation Thursday!

I'm always excited to learn about a new book by a favorite author. Today, for Anticipation Thursday, I'm sharing a new book scheduled to be released on May 6, 2025. I enjoy Amish fiction, so how can I not be excited about The Shop Down the Lane by Leslie Gould?

ABOUT THE BOOK

Lois Yoder has always found solace in the quiet life of Paradise, Pennsylvania, where she manages a gift shop that reflects her Amish community's simple values. Her tranquil world is upended when Moses Lantz, former Amish man turned Mennonite and the man who broke her heart, buys the shop with ambitious plans to transform it into a tourist hub--a move that Lois fiercely opposes.

Seeking a distraction, Lois joins a birdwatchers' circle letter under an alias--but unknown to her, Moses does the same at the urging of a friend. While their correspondence blossoms into a tender romance, the enmity between Lois and Moses in real life only intensifies. Can they overcome their animosity and embrace the love they've found through their letters, or will their stubborn hearts keep them apart forever?

Leslie Gould delights in this sweet and gently humorous Amish romance reminiscent of The Shop Around the Corner and You've Got Mail.

Why is my anticipation so great?

Leslie Gould has 49 published novels, and over half are centered around the Amish lifestyle. I recently read the three books of her Amish Memories series, and I was captivated by her knowledge of the Amish people and her skill in sharing it with readers. Gould's respect for their religious values, resistance to modern technology, and strong community spirit are evident in her entertaining stories!

I'm also intrigued that the plot of this new book was influenced by the movies The Shop Around the Corner and You've Got Mail. I love both of these movies, and I'm especially eager to see Gould's interpretation!

Want to learn more about Lois, Moses, and Paradise, Pennsylvania? The Shop Down the Lane is the first book in Gould's new series, Letters from Lancaster County. It releases on Tuesday, May 6th.

Need more convincing? Check out this endorsement from another beloved author of Amish fiction, Suzanne Woods Fisher!

Purchase information can be found HERE

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Leslie Gould is the #1 bestselling and award-winning author of forty-eight novels, including the Amish Memories series and the Plain Patterns series. She’s sold 800,000 books over the last two decades. She holds a bachelor’s degree in history and communications and an MFA in creative writing. Leslie enjoys research trips, church history, and hiking, especially in the beautiful state of Oregon where she lives. She and her husband, Peter, have four adult children and two grandchildren.

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The Accused (Secrets to Keep #2) by Cara C. Putman

ABOUT THE BOOK

When a popular college student is murdered, her international roommate, Anneliese, becomes a prime suspect. But law professor Margeaux Robbins doesn't believe that the quiet, lonely German girl in her class is the killer.

Chase Crandall is a burned-out defense attorney ready to extricate himself from the grind of criminal law. After he loses a client to tragedy, he's ready for an in-house corporate position.

When Chase is assigned to Anneliese's case, Margeaux is horrified. She doesn’t want him to provide legal counsel—not after what happened to his past client. And not with the evidence incriminating Anneliese.

Despite their mutual misgivings, the lawyer and professor pair up to find the killer and prove Anneliese's innocence. Will they be able to untangle the mystery—and navigate their growing interest in one another—before the wrong person is charged with murder?

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MY THOUGHTS.....

I've enjoyed Cara Putman's previous books, but this is now my favorite! The Accused is the page-turning tale of a young German exchange student accused of murdering her roommate. It has twists, turns, and non-ending suspense, but I was especially fascinated by the courtroom scenes. I felt like I was there, front and center, watching the legal teams spin their magic, as I held my breath, chewed my nails, and tried to weigh the evidence! What would the jury decide? Was Anneliese guilty, or was she just an innocent fall-guy?

This captivating story has multi-faceted characters, a well-developed plot, and an enlightened view of our country's legal system. Would you feel safe entrusting your freedom to a law professor and a lawyer unsure of his career path? I was fully engaged in this exciting legal thriller from author and lawyer Cara Putman!

I received a copy from the author and publisher. There was no obligation for a positive review.


My rating: 5 of 5 stars

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

The award-winning, best-selling author of more than 35 books, Cara Putman graduated college at 20 and completed her law degree at 27. FIRST for Women magazine called Shadowed by Grace “captivating” and a “novel with ‘the works.'” Cara is active at her church and a full-time Clinical Associate Professor on business and ethics to undergraduate and graduate students at Purdue University’s Krannert School of Management. Putman also practices law and was a second-generation homeschooling mom for twelve years. Putman obtained her Master’s in Business Administration from Krannert and her J.D. from George Mason University Antonin Scalia School of Law. She serves on the executive board of American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW), an organization she has served in various roles since 2007. She lives with her husband and four children in Indiana. 

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