A very cute love story between a widow with three children and a bachelor. Atle borrows a romance book from the book mobile to get tips on courting. He successfully wins Sadie's heart along with her three children. A must read! ( )

This may be my favorite book in the series thus far. It's nice to read a romance about a widower and a man in his 40's, rather than Amish teens or adults in their 20s. Those are fine to read about, but it's nice to read about some more "realistic" relationships. There are two relationships unfolding at the same time, a bachelor trying to woo his neighbor and two teenagers who have long crushed on each other. Of course there are ups and downs, missed opportunities and mistakenly hurt feelings - but all eventually turns out for the best. Sickeningly sweet and charming - perfect for the holidays. I hope there are more in this series! ( )

This latest installment in the Berlin Bookmobile series features two courting couples. Readers of the previous books in the series will remember the characters from the earlier books. This novel can also be read as a standalone.

Cale and Hope have been friends for years and are both in their "running around" times as Amish teenagers. After attending a party that ends in a disaster, Cale is certain that he will not be allowed to court Hope. When each of them learns to stand up for themselves and for what is right, their relationship takes a happier turn.

Sadie is Cale's mom, and wants to give him a Christmas gift that will provide more independence and privacy from his younger siblings. When she hires Atle to construct the gift, Atle decides to make a bold move and let Sadie know of his growing feelings for her. Sadie and her children still struggle to put aside their past with their abusive husband and father, but with Atle's help, they move forward. Special gifts exchanged by the couples show their regard for each other.

Readers who enjoy a sweet holiday read will find this one sets a charming tone. The story is set in an Amish community, and the characters are elegantly portrayed. One cannot help hoping things will turn out and cheering the couples on while reading. This novel is a sweet and clean romance read, lacking in strong language, violence, or graphic intimacy. The Christian message is clear but not preachy. Readers should be ready for the cliff-hanger ending though! I certainly hope the author continues the series so the two romances can be resolved.

I received this novel from the publisher and from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. The opinions expressed here are entirely my own. ( )

Sarah Anne Miller Canon is a newlywed at sixty-two and enjoying her career as a bookmobile driver. Sarah Anne does more than dispense books in her compact vehicle. Atle Petersheim has admired Sadie Mast for a long time, but as a bachelor at forty-two, he has no idea how to court a woman. He asks Sarah Anne to find him a book that will help him with the task. Sarah Anne come sup with an unusual solution. Cale Mast is sixteen-year-old who works hard to help his widowed mother, Sadie. He would like to court Hope Overholt, his boss’s daughter, but Cale is unsure how to go about it. Cale also is pondering his future and the career that would be for him. A Christmas Courtship by Shelley Shepard Gray is a sweet heartwarming story. I enjoyed reading it very much. I had just finished reading a couple of lackluster books and needed a pick me up, A Christmas Courtship did the trick. A Christmas Courtship is the 3rd tale in The Berlin Bookmobile Series. It can be read as a standalone, but I do recommend the two previous books. I thought the book was well-written with engaging characters. The characters are realistic and developed. The book moved along at a good pace and was over much too quickly. There are some good life lessons about forgiveness and dealing with painful memories. The story does discuss domestic abuse. I like how the author handled this difficult subject. A Christmas Courtship is a story of faith, hope, and love. I love A Berlin Bookmobile Series and I hope there will be more adventures with Sarah Anne. A Christmas Courtship is a heartfelt, entertaining tale that made me smile and laugh. ( )

This is the third book in this sweet series, the Berlin Bookmobile, and we are back with newly married Sarah Anne Miller, and she is still giving her advice!
This is Atle Petersheim’s story and his quest to learn courtship and maybe attract Sadie Mast. We are also with Cale and Hope, and their love beginnings as 16 year olds.
This story does touch on some tough subjects such as abuse, and teenage drinking, and the author does a great job with how they are handled.
Come and watch these two new romances and they have help with Sarah’s advise and a book entitled Finding Love’s Fortune!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Gallery, and was not required to give a positive review. ( )