Woman of Courage: Collector's Edition Continues the Story of Little Fawn
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Take a three-thousand mile journey with Amanda Pearson as she leaves the disgrace of a broken engagement and joins the work at a Quaker mission in the western wilds. The trip is fraught with danger, and Amanda is near death before reaching her destination. Among those she meets are an Indian woman who becomes her first convert and a half-Indian trapper who seems to be her biggest critic. But love follows her into the wilderness and will determine the course of her future. You are sure to enjoy this historical romance adventure from New York Times bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter.
Included is the newly-written sequel, Woman of Hope, with Little Fawn’s story. Raised as an orphan by a loving white couple, Little Fawn always felt something was missing from her life. She longs to take the news of Jesus to the Nez Perce Indians, but despite being a missionary herself, Little Fawn’s mother forbids it. Will White Wolf, her intended, support Little Fawn’s decision when she abruptly follows the tribe’s migration onto the Plains?
Wanda E Brunstetter
New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Wanda E. Brunstetter is one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre. She has written more than 100 books translated in four languages. With over 12 million copies sold, Wanda's stories consistently earn spots on the nation's most prestigious bestseller lists and have received numerous awards. Wanda’s ancestors were part of the Anabaptist faith, and her novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Her books are well-read and trusted by many Amish, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the people and their customs. When Wanda visits her Amish friends, she finds herself drawn to their peaceful lifestyle, sincerity, and close family ties. Wanda enjoys photography, ventriloquism, gardening, bird-watching, beachcombing, and spending time with her family. She and her husband, Richard, have been blessed with two grown children, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. To learn more about Wanda, visit her website at www.wandabrunstetter.com.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Brunstetter's Shining Star!!Wow! Unforgettable! Brunstetter's young, jilted Quaker, Amanda Pearson starts out for the land of the Nez-Pierce' and the Spaldings, missionaries who are ministering to them. She has only her father and guide with her. Soon she has neither of them and is on her own. Will God be her guide? Will He provide a physical guide "with skin on"? Amanda meets a white trapper married to an Indian woman. While Mary Yellow Feather decides to follow God, neither the trapper, Jim, nor his friend, Buck McFadden, want anything to do with Amanda's God. How can Amanda hope to teach the Indians about God when she cannot even reach these few she is in daily contact with? Why are the men so bitter? Just as a softening seems to take place, tragedy strikes, and Amanda's future and ability to ever reach her destination are in grave question. What does God really want from Amanda? Is God really with her(and, by extrapolation, us,) during the hard times? How can a loving God allow so much evil and wrong to take place? Does God care about each individual and have a plan for each? Some questions are asked directly, some are asked in your heart as you read the book and are forced to grapple with the tough issues, even in fiction form.I come away from this book saying,"What a book! What characters! What a God they served! What a God I serve! Thank you, Wanda Brunstetter!"I received this book from bookfun.org in exchange for an honest review.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Outstanding Writing!I have read nearly all of Wanda Brunstetter's books and enjoyed each one. Woman of Courage is outstanding and is now my favorite by this author! Usually writing about the Amish culture, in her latest book, Wanda has taken on a story about the Quaker faith and the American West. A new area for her, but a wonderfully written novel! The historical detail is excellent and the story itself is deeply inspirational!Amanda Pearson is jilted by her fiance on the eve of her wedding. Convinced that she will lead a solitary life from that point on, she convinces her father to travel west to a Nez Perce settlement in order to introduce them to Christ. This becomes her mission now that she has vowed to remain single.During their trip across the country, they are met with hardships and tragedy. Amanda nearly dies, but is rescued by Buck McFadden. He is half Indian and takes her to the cabin of his trapper friend, Jim, who is married to an Indian woman named Mary. Amanda forms a bond with Mary and converts her to Christianity. Later, after his son's birth, Jim also accepts Christ into his life. Mary and Jim's story is wonderful in itself and adds to the depth of the novel.Meanwhile, Buck comes back into Amanda's life as her journey continues. Amanda develops deep feelings for Buck. Buck also cares for Amanda and can't seem to forget her, but he is a bitter man scarred by his past. He refuses to even consider Christianity as a choice in his life. This is a heartbreaking challenge for Amanda. Buck's lack of faith makes it impossible for her to consider allowing herself to fall in love with him.Amanda truly is a woman of great courage. Will that be enough to sustain her? Will her abiding faith be enough to change Buck and lead him to Christ? Will they overcome their differences and find love? You must read this book to discover the answers...and it is a MUST READ!Woman of Courage is well written and deeply moving. I highly recommend this novel and found it to be an exceptional read!I received a copy of Woman of Courage from the publisher, through The Book Club Network (bookfun.org) in exchange for my honest review.
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5It was okay but kinda predictable as to how it was going to end.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/55 stars ***** out of 5Historical RomanceThis story did not seem to be as much about a Quaker woman becoming a missionary as it was about a woman following a calling against some almost insurmountable hurdles. I am not sure if it was Amanda's dream to help the Spaldings as they ministered to the Nez Pierce Indians as much as it was an escape from a failed romance. In 1837 a journey of three thousand miles would not have been started without a lot of preparation, and yet it seemed the small group was terribly unprepared. Amanda was, in my opinion very strong willed and some of the trials she faced could have been avoidable. If anyone needs to know that obstacles can be overcome with enough diligence, this book gives many examples! A great book, one that Wanda's readers have been looking forward to, and if you want something different than Amish, you will want to read this one! Through Wanda's great use of imagery I saw what the country must have looked like almost 200 years ago.I received this book free from Fred at The Book Club Network in exchange for an honest review. A positive critique was not required. The opinions stated are my own.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5I found this book by Ms. Brunstetter to be full of adventure, intrigue and strong faith. This is not your normal Amish book that Wanda Brunstetter is known for. Our main character Amanda Pearson has just been jilted by her fiance, for her best friend. She has decided to give up on romance and join family friends, Rev. And Mrs. Spalding as missionaries to the Nez Perce' Indians. The year is 1837 and the trip is three thousand miles on horseback. Amanda's preacher father is escorting his daughter from New York to this Indian reservation in Oregon. They have hired an experienced guide. Amanda is a very strong courageous young woman, but even she might be overtaken by the elements. She promised her father she would continue on and bring the Bible and Jesus to these Indian people. She is determined to do just that, no matter what the circumstances.There is something in this book for everyone. It has friendly and hostile Indians. Rain storms, snow storms, and dessert sun. The fear of running out of food and supplies. Her strong faith and dedication keeps her going. There are a couple of very sweet love stories also included, for people liking the historical Christian romance. I received a copy of this book from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley. The opinions expressed here are my own.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Woman of Courage by Wanda E. Brunstetter takes us on a journey to Dansville, New York in 1837. Amanda Pearson, a young Quaker woman, is excited to marry her fiancé, Nathan Lane the next day. Then Nathan stops by and tells Amanda that he has fallen in love with another woman and is canceling their wedding. Amanda decides to join Reverend and Mrs. Spalding on their mission in spreading Christ’s word to the Nez Perce Indians. Her father is joining her on the long, perilous journey to the Oregon Territory. Harvey Hanson is their guide for their trek with his knowledge of the wilderness and the various Indian tribes. In Wyoming Territory, Amanda becomes ill and is rescued by trapper, Buck McFadden. He takes her to Jim and Mary Breck’s cabin to recover. Mary becomes Amanda’s friend and the first Indian she converts. Jim and Buck want nothing to do with Amanda’s religion. Buck has received terrible treatment from white men who claim to be Christians and prefers his solitary existence. He is attracted to Amanda and he cannot help but overhear what she shares with Mary about God. This has been a life altering journey for Amanda and she has yet to reach her final destination. What does the future hold for Amanda? Come along for the dangerous expedition in Woman of Courage.Woman of Courage: Collector’s Edition Continues the Story of Little Fawn has a beautiful cover. The book contains Woman of Courage plus the story of Little Fawn, an Indian child that Amanda raises. I found both stories to be well-written. The author captured the time period and the hazards of traveling west. Woman of Courage is different from Wanda E. Brunstetter’s Amish novels (in a good way). Amanda is strong, Quaker woman who is intent on sharing Christianity with others especially the Nez Perce Indians. She lives a Godly life and is an example to others. Amanda’s journey is difficult and there are fatalities along the way. Most women would return East when given the opportunity, but Amanda is determined to be a missionary. The authors descriptions of the scenery, the various types of lodgings, how the people lived on the frontier, the clothing worn, and the people brought the story alive for me. I could visualize Amanda’s journey. It was interesting to learn about the herbal medicines utilized during this time period. People in the west did not have access to a physician and it was important to know the healing properties of the herbs and other floral/fauna in their area. It also helped them to flavor their dishes and know what to avoid (do not want to poison anyone by adding the wrong type of mushroom to their stew). The pacing of the story varied. There were some slow sections, but it did not detract from this inspirational novel. I could tell the author did her research on the Indians based on her descriptions. I liked learning about the different tribes, how they lived and their beliefs. I appreciated that the author gave us Little Fawn’s story. It is amazing that any woman survived out west during this time period. Woman of Courage is a realistic story that will keep you reading late into the night.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5I did not know that Wanda wrote historical fiction as well as Amish fiction. I do enjoy the story. I got the book woman of courage Collection edition. We get the full story of Woman of Courage along with Woman of Hope which is Little Fawn story.We meet up with Amanda Person and we go along for her journey. That I really what this book is mostly about. We get a little bit more of Little Fawn's story in the story of Woman of Hope. Wanda does a wonderful job with her writing that she does take you back in time.Go along with Amanda as she travels you go along as she goes though some of trails and learns about where she is going. Will she find love? Will she be able to spread God word to the Indians? To find out and to read Little Fawns story you should pick up this book.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This was great as usual. I don't think I have ever read a book by Wanda that I have not liked. This one had a girl named Amanda who is a Quaker who is jilted by her fiancé, so she decides to go out west to to be a missionary. She faces many hazards and a nice romance. The romance is with Buck. This story is quick and nice. It flows along very smoothly. It is hard to put down. I received the updated version from Barbour Publishing for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The author grabbed my attention right away as Amanda gets an unexpected visit from her fiance the night before their wedding. I am not a big fan of Nathan as he breaks Amanda's heart. What is she suppose to do now with her life? The adventure starts off with Amanda and her father s they travel with a guide to head west. I can just image the terrain they traveled on and the dangers they faced. Maybe this will be a new beginning for Amanda.The determination and strength of Amanda is seen throughout the story as she faces a treacherous undertaking across the wilderness. She promised her father she would share Jesus with others and along her journey, she finds several who are eager to learn more about Him. I can't imagine what it would be like to travel with little shelter and danger waiting to surprise you. Amanda is strong in her faith and hope that her message will reach many.I loved following her as she traveled and being introduced to unforgettable characters. I can't forget to mention Mary and Jim. They play a pivotal roll in Amanda's story. I loved the way the author gives us a glimpse of the past in Amanda and several other characters lives. The story is filled with danger, faith, and hope. As an extra bonus included in the book is a bonus story.THE STORY OF LITTLE FAWNThis story features Amanda's daughter that she took in and is a treat to read. Little Fawn has dreamed of being a missionary like her mother and one day she will make that a reality. Little Fawn is very feisty and I'm afraid she may go out on her own to spread the word about God. I remember when I got saved, I wanted to tell everyone. Little Fawn must have that same joyful spirit and she is getting closer to leaving her home without permission. I loved the adventure Little Fawn took and the people she encountered. She faces real danger when she is captured and fears her fate is sealed. It will be a true test of faith and endurance for Little Fawn. Don't miss this story that captures the true heart of a woman who loves God.I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5“I am a woman of faith who is trusting in the Lord to give her courage.”“Woman of Courage” has been on my reading list for a few years now, and I am glad that I was able to read this collector’s edition, which includes the sequel novella “Woman of Hope.” Expecting “Woman of Courage” to be a travel novel and an Oregon Trail-like experience, I was surprised to discover that it fell more into the genre of wilderness survival and mountain living. Traveling was still a part of the tale, but most of the narrative was focused on the characters’ experiences and interactions with each other rather than on the trek itself. Fraught with omnipresent danger, this story did not have any lulls or tedious sections and proved to be a quick read, even taking into consideration the appended novella. The situations seemed realistic and not contrived, and there were several twists that I did not expect, which I always appreciate. Amanda, the eponymous heroine, was a sweet character, and I would have liked to have more of her background; other than being unerringly Christian and using quaint language (“thee” and “thou”), there were no other indications that she was a Quaker. It would have been worthwhile to add more information about this particular religious group to the story, in my opinion. However, I did appreciate the author’s use of Native American and mixed-race characters. Despite very much enjoying this story, there were a few points with which I had issues, and I wavered between a four and a five-star rating. Some of the language and slang used in the narrative was not period-appropriate, and several of the characters were stereotypical, including Amanda. She was too perfect and therefore did not seem to grow or change throughout the course of the story, whereas Jim Breck’s attitudes and place in the story shifted too quickly. Yellow Bird and Buck McFadden were my favorite characters, as they were the most dynamic and realistic, given their pasts and what became of them. Because Amanda was a missionary, the Christian underpinning of the novel did come across as preachy, but not overbearingly so. Amanda’s story dovetailed well into that of Little Fawn’s in “Woman of Hope”, and this novella is what ultimately bumped up my rating. Little Fawn’s story was not as idealistic and yet it was still hopeful and inspiring. Amanda’s character was also more realistic, and all of the characters’ actions were credible. The story was well written for its short length, as well, and it did not seem like it was too abrupt. Being able to see how circumstances changed for the characters from “Woman of Courage” in the approximately seventeen-year time gap and being introduced to the next generation of characters was a fitting way to end the saga. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Amanda Pearson is a Quaker woman of deep faith taught to her by her preacher father. When her fiance breaks off their engagement, she and her father decide to leave New York. They sell their home and belongings and head west to become missionaries. Their goal is to bring God to the native people. The journey is perilous and both her father and guide die leaving her along to try and find the way to the fort. She becomes deathly ill and is rescued by an Indian Woman. It turns out that she is married to a white man and speaks enough English to communicate. Amanda and Mary (Yellow Feather) become friends and Mary becomes Amanda's fist Christian.
This story is very well written. There are many adventures, trials and tribulations that Amanda goes through. We learn about various tribes and some of their customs. We find out about kidnappings, slavery and relationships between the tribes. Through flashbacks, we find out how Mary ended up married to a white man and what happened in her past. Amanda was very courageous and true to her faith and beliefs. She was also a sweet and caring woman. I also felt sorry for her with all that she went though. It seemed like so many things went wrong, but with her prayers, the Lord was there protecting her and brought her through many situations. I do not want to tell you more about the actual story as it is very interesting to uncover as you read this tale. This was The Collector's Edition of the story and also contained a short story about "Little Fawn" and what happens to her as the story continues. It gave some closure to some aspects of the story. A very enjoyable Historical Fiction book with a Christian plotline. The publisher, Barbour Publishing, Incorporated, generously provided me with a copy of this book to read. The rating, ideas and opinions shared are my own. - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Amanda Pearson gets jilted by her fiance, which leads her and her father to set out west, on a 3,000 mile journey in 1837, to be a missionary to the Nez Perce Indians. What she encounters along the way shows she truly is a woman of courage. There will be many heartaches, sorrows, and dangers. But along the way she will also encounter people she will eventually call her friends. A fascinating journey that kept me wondering what would happen next.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Wow! Wanda Brunstetter proves without a doubt, that she is capable of switching from her beloved Amish Christian novels to slam bang right into the middle of 1837! Love, Love, Love this book with the bonus of Woman of Hope along with Woman of Courage set in a beautiful Collector's Edition.Amanda Pearson is a Quaker woman who has been jilted. She prays and decides that her life would be better spent traveling from her home in New York and all that she knows and travel to Oregon Territory, where thee Spaldings have set up their mission to help lead the Nez Perce Indians to know God and Jesus, to help them learn to live in the "white world" and help out however she can. This novel follows Amanda's life and her adopting Little Fawn, a Flat-head Indian baby.In the bonus novel, Woman of Hope, we follow Little Fawn's life when she is a headstrong seventeen year old Indian maiden. She has a lot of the impulsiveness, that you see with almost anyone of that age.This is a historical Christian fiction book with a lot of information about the Nez Perce and the Flat-head Indian tribes. I was provided a copy by Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.
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