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    The Quieting
    The Quieting
    The Quieting
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    The Quieting

    Written by Suzanne Woods Fisher

    Narrated by Rachel Botchan

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    With the Amish church of Stoney Ridge facing a crisis, minister David Stoltzfus must decide if a Quieting will solve the problem . . . or make it worse. The Stoltzfus family faces serious problems, both in the church and at home. Everyone in the community expects minister David Stoltzfus to fix things--fast. But David dusn't work fast. He prefers to wait for God to work in individual hearts. However, even he is left wondering if the solution to their most pressing problem might be a Quieting. When David's mother arrives, uninvited, more upheaval is in store. She has matchmaking plans for everyone in the family, including David and her eligible granddaughters--and especially for David's niece Abigail. When Abigail stumbles onto a curious connection during her genealogical research, it could help David solve one problem--but will it create another? Bestselling author Suzanne Woods Fisher takes fans back to Stoney Ridge, delivering the twists, turns, and romance they adore.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRecorded Books, Inc.
    Release dateMay 3, 2016
    ISBN9781501920080
    The Quieting
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    Suzanne Woods Fisher

    Suzanne Woods Fisher is the award-winning, bestselling author of more than forty books, including The Sweet Life, The Secret to Happiness, and Love on a Whim, as well as many beloved contemporary romance and Amish romance series. She is also the author of several nonfiction books about the Amish, including Amish Peace and Amish Proverbs. She lives in California. Learn more at SuzanneWoodsFisher.com and follow Suzanne on Facebook @SuzanneWoodsFisherAuthor and X @SuzanneWFisher.

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    • 5/5
      All is not well in the Amish community in Stoney Ridge. There was something amiss in the choosing of lots for the ministry, and it’s a secret that goes back for many years. David is praying about what he should do to resolve this matter. Adding to his distress is his mother’s lengthy visit. She is determined to reorganize David’s home, his store, his children, and David. She is determined to find mates for some of grandchildren and for David, ones she deems suitable. Life still moves at a slow pace, but his mother has certainly created her own measure of havoc. The characters are quite interesting, as is life in this quiet town. There are a few surprises that are revealed in this installment, which should make the concluding novel even more entertaining.
    • 5/5
      This book seem like it got some genealogical research involved in it. This is what starts out with being to solve one client genealogical brick wall. We are meet with Abigail who is set on going to stony ridge to help her father. Those someone else as other plans. There seems to be a match maker that want to marry off young granddaughters and her son. Will it work? That is up in the air. Bishop seem to be doing moving slow but wants to make sure he doing it by god. There seems to be a church secret that seem like no one knows about. It seem to involve Dane Glick and his relatives. Does it involve David Stolzfus and the church. Is Abigail one connection during her genealogical research being able to solve one problem but cause another? There seem to be a Quieting inside the Stone Ridge church and the bishop? Will Abigail find love or will she leave stone ridge all together?
    • 5/5
      Another great book by Suzanne Woods Fisher. I always enjoy reading her books as the give a new story and let you catch up with what else has been going on with old characters. While this is book two, it can stand alone. I found the genealogical research interesting as I did the feud which was somewhat linked. I liked seeing how Abigail's family seemed to act like other families with having their issues and trying to do what they thought best even if it was not what everyone else wanted. I received a copy of this book to read and review from the publisher.
    • 5/5
      This is the second book in The Bishop's Family. Great second book in the series. This continues the story where The Imposter left off. We get to see many of the same characters. You will want to read the Imposter first to really understand all that is going on. This story brings in Abigail Stoltzfus who has come to Stoney Ridge to help her cousins and to continue a family tree that she is working on for her father. I received a copy of this book from Revell and the author for a fair and honest opinion.
    • 5/5
      I jumped at the chance to return to the Amish community of Stoney Ridge when I was offered Suzanne Woods Fisher’s latest novel, The Quieting, book 2 in The Bishop’s Family series. Great characters with wonderful stories await Suzanne’s fans. And if you have never read any of her novels, what are you waiting for? Suzanne may write in the Amish genre, but her characters face the same struggles and doubts, hopes and dreams as people around the world. The message is universal — God is in control!New arrivals to Stoney Ridge bring both order and disruption to the life of David Stoltzfus and his family. Mammi the Meddler, as well as cousin Abigail, seek to put the family to rights with varying degrees of success and cooperation from the original members of the household. The Amish community is also trying to restore the peace that was disturbed following the revelation of man’s interference in God’s plans. David’s sincerity and steadying hand is just what is needed to guide both family and community.The Quieting is written in the third person, and provides insight for the reader into the minds of three characters: David, Abigail and Jesse. It’s through their unique perspectives that the heart of family and community is revealed. I enjoyed getting to know these characters and those with which they interacted. I felt like I was among friends as I immersed my self in this book. Full of wit, humor and the presence of quirky, but lovable characters, this book is a fun read. The theme of belonging shines through — belonging to family, a faith community and to God. Characters (and the reader too) learn that support, dependence and accountability are key to maintaining all three relationships. And a good dose of love overcomes a multitude of sins!The Quieting continues the story begun in book 1, The Imposter, so make sure to read this series in order. You won’t want to miss anything going on in Stoney Ridge! I’m looking forward to a return trip soon.Recommended.Audience: adults.(Thanks to Revell for a review copy. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)
    • 5/5
      Tuesday, May 24, 2016The Quieting by Suzanne Woods Fisher, © 2016The Bishop's Family, Book 2David Stoltzfus' Bent N' Dent store becomes an active place as he hears his nieces have arrived from Ohio, unexpectedly, and... his mother bursts through the door telling him the layout of his store is all wrong. What a way to continue an otherwise quiet day.Daughter Ruthie Stoltfus is equally befuddled at home as she tries to sort out what is going on with this cousin appearance ~ both Gabby (Abigail) and Laura, who proclaim they are there to stay ~ until their problems are fixed. What problems, Ruthie is uncertain exist? Her sisters, Molly and twins Lydie and Emma, are equally curious at their arrival.Abigail Stoltfus has another reason for coming to Stoney Ridge. Convenient to put the supposed needs of her uncle's family in the forefront.I am eager to see the happenings at Stoney Ridge since leaving them in book one! So enjoyed the beginning of this series!Here's some advice to Abigail in a letter from her mother:There's no need to over-volunteer facts from the books you read, especially if no one has asked you about them.--The Quieting, 148Hmmm.You will meet Leroy Glick who is saving his bubble-gum wrappers to enter a contest to win a lifetime supply of bubble-gum by finding the winning wrapper. "The Sisters" who live across town, have a little bit of everything you could possibly need from the past ~ their collection.I like these series by this author for many reasons. Neighbors from previous series pop up, bringing community. An engaging family story of ups-and-downs; similarities in family traits ~ habits awakened when a better way is revealed. The Stoltzfus family is growing and finding their place. I learned many interesting things in the story along with the characters as they discovered them. Truth triumphs ~ humility and forgiveness surface, enriching lives."This series began in the Stoney Ridge, Pennsylvania community with The Imposter. More twists and turns are coming to Stoney Ridge after The Quieting—so stay tuned for The Devoted to hit bookshelves in early October. Just in time for autumn reading by a warm fireplace!" ~ author Suzanne Woods Fisher***Thank you to author Suzanne Woods Fisher, and to Celebrate Lit for sending me a print copy to read and review this second book in The Bishop's Family series as part of the book tour.***
    • 5/5
      I have read a lot of Amish fiction books and thought I knew about most of their beliefs , but I was pleasantly surprised to learn something I have never read about them before. I know about shunning and how it distances the person from the community, but I have not heard the word quieting before. As explained in the book it is basically removing an Amish bishop that has done something wrong and will not repent for it. This made for a very intense story that completely engrossed me. What did the bishop do that would cause quieting to be informed? I can't imagine what turmoil the community was in as they faced this very hard decision to remove a bishop. The author does a great job in sharing the characters feelings and how they anguish over this very seldom action being enforced . What will the decision be from the community? Can they repair the damage done to the community? Will it tarnish the trust in the community? The story was very intense and I couldn't stop reading it because I had to see how the characters would each deal with this. The characters are very well written and I admire the way the author wrote such a moving story that showed deep rooted faith. There is another part of the story that is so well written and made me really like Abigail. Her main focus is to finish her ill father's genealogy work for a client. On top of this is a cute little diversion for Abigail from an admirer. She has a hard time communicating with others and sometimes is a bit shy. I loved the story and all the twists it took. We all have pasts we sometimes have a hard time letting go of. Will there be secrets revealed as Abigail digs deeper in the genealogy research she is doing for a client? Will she let someone into her life and find love?The story is filled with intrigue, redemption and forgiveness. It gives a glance into a bishop's life as he juggles serving the community while meeting the needs of his own family. You will find many characters in the book that at first confused me, but as I really got into the story I understood the importance of each character. It is a well written book that shows the struggles of relationships and how a community comes together to support each other. I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit an honest review .
    • 4/5
      The Quieting by Suzanne Woods Fisher is the second book in The Bishop’s Family series. David Stoltzfus is a minister in Stoney Ridge, Pennsylvania. He moved here a year and a half ago from Ohio. He felt called to the area. Things are not going well though. David (and the rest of the community) found out that their bishop, Freeman Glick rigged the picking of the lots (where the bishop is chosen). David knows that something needs to be done, but he believes in waiting (to see where God directs him). But the wait and see approach is not helping things in the community. Tensions are running high and people are dividing into groups. Then David's mother (knows as Meddling Mammi) shows up along with two of his nieces from Ohio. Abigail (one of the nieces) is hoping to finish a project while in Stoney Ridge. Her father was working (with Abigail doing most of the work) on the family tree for a client. They have hit a brick wall. Abigail is hoping to find answers and complete the assignment. She believes it will help her father's depression. What Abigail does not know is that her family is hoping she will find a husband while in Stoney Ridge (Meddling Mammi loves to play matchmaker). Mammi is sticking her nose into everyone's business (and making life difficult for one and all). The only good thing is that is a great cook (and Molly is a horrible cook)! Life is never dull in the Stoltzfus household or in Stoney Ridge. There is a lot going on in this book (I just described a few of the things that happened in the book). You do need to read the first book in the series in order to understand the characters and what is happening in The Quieting. There are some slow bits though where the novel drags a little. I found Meddling Mammi to be extremely annoying, and I kept waiting for David (her son) to stand up to her (I might have yelled at my kindle a little). Abigail was an interesting character. She reminded me of Temperance Brennan (from the show Bones). The writing is good and the novel had a good flow (except for a few areas). It was also easy to read and has a lovely ending. I give The Quieting 4 out of 5 stars (I liked it). I will be reading the next book in The Bishop’s Family series (and other books by Suzanne Woods Fisher).I received a complimentary copy of The Quieting from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
    • 5/5
      Title: The Quieting (The Bishop’s Family #2)Author: Suzanne Woods FisherPages: 352Year: 2016Publisher: RevellMy rating is 5 stars.Book #1 of the series is titled The Imposter written by the same author. In book two the characters are continued as well as the story line introduced in The Imposter. For example the current bishop who switched the pieces of paper for the next bishop to be chosen did so to make sure he was “chosen”. Freeman Glick continues to throw accusations against the minister David and others without repenting of what he did which puts the congregation on a path of possibly choosing to use church discipline.David who is the minister and owns a store is a widower raising his younger children by himself along with help from the oldest child still living at home. His daughter Katrina is still living with an older woman caring for her and recently became her heir of her land when she passes on. Jesse is now handling the repair of buggies by himself and living above his work shop away from home.With occurrences of mischief in the small community, the church in a precarious position David’s mother and two nieces come from Ohio to “help”. I rather enjoyed how Abigail was created to be someone who loved ancestry and helping others with their family tree. Her father is suffering from depression and is sent to her Uncle David’s in order to forge her own path for the future which at first is not something Abigail care to do.There is some normal family tension and other happenings that to me seem very real in the minister’s home. I enjoyed reading how David try to help others understand that while they are leaders they are still men who fail at times. It was refreshing to see how David loved to read and study the Scripture and how his world became bigger when he begins to realize he is falling in love with a local woman who brings a refreshing perspective to his home.I hope the third novel comes out this fall or shortly in the winter of next year as I want to see how the author brings some plot lines to conclusion or continues the series. Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255. “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
    • 5/5
      David Stoltzfus is in trouble. His family is under attack otherwise called a visit from Mammi and two cousins. Plus,everyone for miles around knows the Stoney Ridge church is divided over the current bishop,whom it is rumored switched the lots. Helpful and full of advice where neither is desired, Mammi and cousin Abigail in particular not only wreak havoc on the house but decide which relationships should exist while destroying familial ones. And we haven't even mentioned David's love life or the store!! In a religion where the bishop is to be obeyed without question, what will become of the community as it takes sides between the two preachers?Pride, justice, deception, interfamily relationships, repentance, redemption, and humility are all themes presented. Also, an important idea is assuming one person's values,opinions,or ways automatically merit more value than those of others. ("Mammi the Meddler" is a prime example here!)The Quieting, by Suzanne Woods Fisher is a wonderfully challenging and thoughtful novel, second in the Bishop's Family series. I was happy to see the listing of characters in the front of the book, since this was my first Fisher book. I felt no sense of being lost, as Fisher did a great job with providing enough back story to make this story stand on its own. It will be standing in my mind, being mulled over for some time to come!!I gratefully received this book from the Revellreads program in exchange for an honest review.
    • 5/5
      As the second book in this series opens we are back in Stoney Ridge, and back with the problems that arose in the first book, the fixing of the lot.David and his family, whom we met previously, are struggling with the arrival of their mom/grandmother, and she sure has them jumping. When grandma arrives she brings two of her other granddaughters with her. Families cross here, and I cringed with delightful Birdie was instantly disliked by grandma, and I felt it was because she was a Glick.David is struggling with the knowledge he has about the bibles and the papers rigging, and when Bishop Glick doesn’t seem inclined to do anything about it, prayers and soul searching begin.Pride is one of the big struggles here and we hope that no one gets hurt, that the district isn’t torn apart and that God is put first here. Add another Stoltzfus and Glick relationship to the mix with granddaughter Abigail doing geneology and ends up working with Dane Glick. Seems the town is full of Glicks, and if that isn’t their last name they are related.Watch as this story unfolds and God places his hand on these people, we might not get the answers we are hoping for, but this is what is planned. Enjoy!I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Revell, and was not required to give a positive review.