Lilah's brother is murdered. Lilah gets shot at every time she goes to search for something her brother told her to find. The house was set fire. Then next is the barn. Lilah escaped and hid in Levi's barn. Levi is a former soldier. So much danger. Ivy's sister-in-law tells her to move out. She is pregnant with Lilah's brother's baby. You will find it hard to lay ( )

Why, oh why, did it take me so long to discover this author? This is the second book that I've read by Dana R. Lynn and I'm completely sold on her writing abilities! Amish Country Threats is an exciting story that will appeal to fans of both Christian suspense and Amish fiction, with its intriguing characters who often struggle with right choices when they are placed in unthinkable situations. I especially liked Levi Burkholder, who is back with his Amish community after serving as a soldier and living as an Englisher. After finding a terrified Lilah Schwartz hiding in his barn, he immediately goes into hero and rescue mode, as he tries to prevent her from becoming the next victim of whoever caused her brother's death. I loved his strength, his kindness, and his willingness to help even when he himself becomes a target. Lilah is alone, grieving, and scared, with no hopes for her future. She's lost her entire family and someone is after her. Will she ever feel safe again?

Lynn has created an exciting story filled with danger, adventure, and suspense, and I was totally wrapped up in the different emotions. I could fully sense Levi and Lilah's desperate attempts to stay alive and I also felt their reluctant acceptance that friendship might not be enough! I enjoyed this book that is part of the Amish Country Justice series and I recommend Amish Country Threats to all who enjoy Christian romantic suspense.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own. ( )

If you want a novel that begins with suspense and doesn't let up then look no further than Amish Country Threats by Dana R. Lynn. When a house fire takes Lilah's older brother, and only family, from her, she thinks this is the worst of it. Sadly Lilah's problems are just beginning, but with this terror comes grace in the form of Levi, a friend of her brothers. The chemistry between these two is apparent from the beginning and though you know what path their both going to take, to witness their relationship growing was truly poetic.

The fast pace of the suspense, and mystery that surrounds who is after Lilah, makes this novel a quick and easy read, though I wish it would've had a few more twists and turns. There is one question that stuck with me throughout and I was hoping this would be a big twist, but sadly it wasn't, which was disappointing. Though incredibly predictable, it still makes for a nice read with just that hint of tension to keep a reader going.

As far as the characters themselves I did struggle to connect to them, and felt like I needed more character development to really get to that level. Despite the disconnect, I did like Lilah and Levi, and hated what they were put through, but seeing the grace that abounded at the end made the fight all worth it. Doesn't it always?

Though predictable, Amish Country Threats is a nicely paced suspense that would be perfect for your 4th of July read!

*I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher through JustRead Tours. All views and opinions expressed are completely honest, and my own. ( )

This book is full of suspense and a bit of romance. There are many twists and turns. Lilah and Levi are a great couple and I love how they meet. These two are both learning to live again after many tragedies. I could not put this book down. I had to know what Lilahs brother might have buried. I received a copy of this book from the author for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will. ( )

Terrific book that started with a rush and rarely let up until the very end. The book opened with Lilah awakening to her brother shouting her name and their house on fire. Jacob got her out but died shortly after that. His last words were that it wasn't an accident, and there was something buried in his office he wanted her to retrieve. Devastated by the loss of her only family member, Lilah is left reeling when Jacob's wife blames her for Jacob's death and tells her to find somewhere else to live. Before she can think of that, Lilah is determined to find whatever it was that Jacob hid. She never expected to discover Jacob's office nearly destroyed and to have someone start shooting at her. She escaped through the woods until she found a barn to hide in.

Levi Burkholder was one of Jacob's clients and a friend. After attending Jacob's funeral, he gave Lilah his condolences. Levi felt guilty about not going with her but realized she didn't want him to. Instead, he went home, thinking about his past. Levi left the Amish community for a while after an argument with his father. He joined the military, fought in Afghanistan, and lost his arm there. After his return, Levi became something of a recluse, fighting his PTSD and the guilt he felt over the deaths of some of his men. Eventually, he returned to his Amish community. On this day, Levi found Lilah hiding in his barn, terrified.

Levi made his first appearance in Plain Refuge when he was still Englisch, helping his friend Aiden protect a young woman and her sister. He won't stand by and see another woman suffer. Lilah lost her ability to trust men when her boyfriend cheated on her, but something about Levi says she can trust him. As Lilah fills him in on what she knows, Levi thinks of the changes he saw in his friend and suspects that Jacob was mixed up in something bad. Levi is determined to help Lilah find the truth.

Lilah and Levi grew closer as they worked together to unearth the truth. Levi is a kind and honorable man, haunted by the events of his past. His protectiveness toward Lilah grows into stronger feelings, but he believes he is too broken for any woman to take on. Some of the events they experience create flashbacks which Lilah handles surprisingly well. At the same time, Lilah is wracked with guilt over her brother's death and the danger she believes she brought to Levi. Each of them tries to resist their growing feelings as the threat intensifies, but it's no use. I ached for both Lilah and Levi. Lilah realized she loved a man who would not open himself up to love. Levi feared risking his heart and the pain of loss if something terrible happened. I loved the advice he got from his friend Aiden and its effect on him as he faced the possibility of that loss. The hospital scene was terrific, and the epilogue was a great look at their future.

The suspense of the story had me glued to the pages from start to finish. It seemed that every time Lilah and Levi made a discovery, the bad guys were right on their heels. I loved seeing how Levi's unusual past played such a big part in keeping them safe and the bad guys just enough off-balance to help Levi and Lilah. The final confrontation kept me on the edge of my seat and revealed a bad guy I never expected. Jacob's trouble surprised me, both what it was and what he ultimately did about it. ( )