About the Book

Author: Cathy Liggett

Genre: Amish Inspirational Romance

Release date: August 1, 2022

Her heart may learn to love again…

But can it trust?

Running from betrayal, Leah Zook finds purpose caring for the older owner of an Amish horse farm. But when he’s injured and his estranged son returns home looking for redemption, Leah’s resolve is tested. The mysterious Zach Graber has all the power to fix the run-down farm— and Leah’s locked-down heart. But together will they be strong enough to withstand his secret…and hers?

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About the Author

ACFW award-winning author Cathy Liggett is an Ohio girl who never dreamed writing would take her across the world and to Amish country, too. But she’s learned God’s plans for our lives are often more creative than the ones we imagine for ourselves. That includes meeting her husband at a high school reunion and marrying three months later–forty years ago. Together, they enjoy visiting kids and grandkids, and spoiling their pup Chaz. Visit her: www.cathyliggett.com.

More from Cathy

Trust. It’s a small word with huge implications, isn’t it?

When I think of trust, the first thing that comes to mind is our dog Chaz. We – or rather she – rescued us when she was a little over one year old. At the time she first came into our home the poor pup was too scared to even sleep. She’d start to doze off, then jerk and open her eyes, looking all around trying her utmost to stay on guard. Now, at 13 years old, our furry gal has cushy dog beds in every room in the house. Which makes perfect sense since she undoubtedly rules our roost. It’s been our joy to be able to spoil her all these years. But I have to say, Chaz isn’t the only one who has had trust issues.

While penning Leah and Zach’s story, I was so happy because it took me back to Sugarcreek, and not just in spirit or through sweet memories. As it happened, my critique partners (and dear friends) decided Ohio Amish country would be the perfect spot for a writing retreat. How could I disagree?

In the four days we spent in a rustic cabin we got ideas flushed out and chapters written too. But we also laughed, shared, celebrated, and ate more snacks and sweets than we should have.

I’m telling you this because coming home I thought how the chance to know and share with these special women may have never happened. Many years ago, I almost didn’t say ‘yes’ to their invitation to join their critique group. I’d been working in a creative field but writing a book was something new, and they were so far ahead of me. Can I tell you that as I sit typing this, that I’m so thankful I shared my writing and myself with them?

As just noted, like Leah and Zach, I know it’s not always easy to open up and to trust. But, also like the two of them, I’ve learned when I do trust God and the special people (and pups) He sends into my life, those relationships can be beyond rewarding.

Oh! And lastly – if you’re in the mood for something sweet like the characters in this book, here’s the recipe for the “Chocolate Chip Cake” they all raved about. It’s quick, easy and delicious. Trust me!

Chocolate Chip Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

1 box Duncan Hines yellow cake mix

4 eggs

½ cup oil

1 cup water

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 package vanilla instant pudding

6 oz. package of chocolate chips

4 oz. bar of Baker’s German Chocolate grated

3 Tablespoons confectioner’s sugar

Floured tube pan

Wax paper

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour tube pan and line bottom with wax paper.

Set aside 3 Tablespoons of confectioner’s sugar. Mix everything else together except for chocolate.

After mixed, fold in all chocolate chips and ¾ of the grated German chocolate.

Add to pan and bake for 1 hour (a little prior to 1 hour, check for doneness).

Mix the remaining ¼ of the grated German chocolate with the 3 Tablespoons of confectioner’s sugar. Sprinkle this chocolate sugar mixture on top of cake. Bake 3-4 minutes longer.

Remove from oven and cool thoroughly. Remove from pan.

My Thoughts

Trusting Her Amish Heart by Cathy Liggett is a heartwarming story. I thought it was well-written with developed, realistic characters. I enjoyed getting to know Leah, Ivan, and Zach. There are some great secondary characters as well (that Samuel is a pistol). I enjoyed the lovely descriptions of the area. Ivan’s horse farm and the surrounding area sounded peaceful and a great place to raise a family. I like how Zach and Leah started off. I started reading Trusting Her Amish Heart and quickly found myself drawn into the book. I could not wait to see how everything would play out. There are some touching moments with my favorite is between Ivan and Zach near the end. This scene explains a lot about Ivan. I like how the characters would turn to God for guidance and strength. They know that He is there for them in the good times and the bad. The story has secrets, faith, compassion, trust, pride, and forgiveness. I found Trusting Her Amish Heart to be an uplifting tale with afflicted vision, a laid-up grumbler, an opportune arrival, boisterous grandsons, chocolate chip cake, and finding forgiveness.

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Cathy is giving away the grand prize package of a $50 Amazon gift card and with a copy of my book!! Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click here to enter. Good Luck!

Trusting Her Amish Heart is available from Amazon*. You can find Cathy Liggett's other novels here. Thank you for stopping by today. Tomorrow I will return to share my thoughts on Murder Out of Character by Olivia Matthews. It is the second book in the Peach Coast Library Mysteries. I hope that you have a peaceful day. Do not forget to enter the giveaway and leave a comment for extra entries in the giveaway. Good Luck! I am off to get some chores done around the house. Take care and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader