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Friday, January 17, 2020

Review of Rosanna's Gift ~ Win a free copy!

Happy New Year, Suspense Sisters' readers! While taking a break from my own writing, I had the pleasure of reading Susan Lantz Simpson's latest book, Rosanna's Gift. Here's my review:



I have read books about the Amish by this author before and found them to be accurate in detail, heartwarming, and romantic in a family-friendly way. This one is no exception. In Rosanna’s Gift, the author tackles the complex issue of adoption across cultural lines. Her central character struggles with the new responsibilities of motherhood while her still-single heart is pulled in two directions. Susan Lantz Simpson has developed rich, multi-layered characters that you will come to love while turning the pages. I enjoyed my mini-vacation into the lives of these gentle Christians and feel mystery readers will enjoy Rosanna’s Gift too.

Here's a little about the story: In Southern Maryland’s serene Amish country, one young woman’s life is changed by an unexpected request . . .

“She’s yours.” Until now, Rosanna Mast’s hopes for the future have all revolved around handsome Henry Zook. But when a young Englisch girl places her newborn daughter in Rosanna’s arms and utters those words, shock quickly turns to fierce, protective devotion. Between helping her midwife mamm and caring for her own siblings, Rosanna has plenty of experience with babies. And who wouldn’t love a sweet-natured boppli like little Mollie? Yet to her dismay, Henry has no intention of ever taking on another man’s child. Instead, it is steady, thoughtful Paul Hertzler who becomes Rosanna’s staunch supporter.

Paul knows he should have acted sooner on his feelings for Rosanna. Now, as her dream of adopting Mollie meets unexpected hurdles, he sees a way to help. Rosanna would do anything to keep baby Mollie—perhaps even agree to marriage. But will Rosanna continue to hold him at arm’s length, or see that he longs to offer her the love and family she deserves?


To win a free signed copy of Rosanna's Gift, please leave Susan a comment, along with your email address. Sorry, US readers only. Drawing in one week. 
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76 comments:

  1. Teresa KerrJanuary 17, 2020 at 9:39 AM

    This book sounds really good and I'd love to have a copy of it! smurphee@yahoo.com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 17, 2020 at 4:28 PM

      Hi Teresa. I hope you'll get a chance to read the book!

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  2. Darren's WifeJanuary 17, 2020 at 9:57 AM

    Love your books, Would love to win this one.

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 17, 2020 at 4:30 PM

      I'm so glad you enjoy my books. I hope you'll get a chance to read this one.

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  3. Mary EllenJanuary 17, 2020 at 11:37 AM

    Lovely cover. Sounds like an interesting read. Would love to add this to my collection.

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 17, 2020 at 4:32 PM

      Thanks, Mary Ellen. Good luck!!

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  4. krautmasterflexJanuary 17, 2020 at 12:42 PM

    Thanks for the opportunity to enter a giveaway! Book looks good! Would love to win a print copy

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  5. Susan SimpsonJanuary 17, 2020 at 4:33 PM

    Hope you'll be able to read the book. Good luck!

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  6. PatriciaJanuary 17, 2020 at 9:04 PM

    This sounds like a really great book. Would love to win a print copy of this book.

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 9:18 AM

      Hi Patricia. I hope you'll get a chance to read the book!

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  7. Robin in NCJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:03 AM

    Sounds like Rosanna might be better off without Henry anyway. Can't wait to see how it turns out. Thanks for sharing!
    RW620 AT aol DOT com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 9:20 AM

      You're right, Robin. Hope you can read the book!

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  8. Kay GarrettJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:29 AM

    Thank you for your review on "Rosanna's Gift" by Susan Lantz Simpson. It just confirms my desire to read this book on my TBR list. I love reading the Amish genre and always come away learning something about them and myself.

    The story of Rosanna and Paul sounds amazing. I can't wait for the opportunity to devour this book.

    Thank you for the fabulous opportunity to win a copy!
    2clowns at arkansas dot net

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 9:24 AM

      Hi Kay, I've always loved reading and learning about the Amish, too.Hope you get to read about Rosanna.

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  9. LindaJanuary 18, 2020 at 5:05 AM

    I always enjoy discovering new (to me) authors. Thank you for this review.
    lhanberry1 at gmail dot com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:16 PM

      Hi Linda. Thanks for your interest!

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  10. Susie-QJanuary 18, 2020 at 5:05 AM

    This story sounds heartwarming and engaging! I'd love to read it!

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:19 PM

      Hi Susie. I appreciate your interest. Good luck!

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  11. MctoppassJanuary 18, 2020 at 5:08 AM

    I don't think I've had the pleasure of reading one of your books before, but will definitely have to now lol. I can't wait to read the story about Rosanna, Mollie and Paul.
    ctopp(at)richhill(dot)k12(dot)mo(dot)us

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:21 PM

      Nice to "meet" you. I hope you'll get the chance to read the book!!

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  12. Mary HartJanuary 18, 2020 at 5:26 AM

    Sounds like a story I would like! mary-hart@att.net

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:23 PM

      Hi Mary. Thanks for your interest!!

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  13. Lucy Reynolds January 18, 2020 at 5:50 AM

    Sounds like a winner. This is a new author to me. Thank you for the chance.
    leliamae54(At)aol(dot)com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:25 PM

      Hi Lucy. Nice to meet you. Thanks for your interest!

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  14. Linda OrtizJanuary 18, 2020 at 6:03 AM

    Sounds like a great book!!
    strgth4yu(at)hotmail(dot)com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:26 PM

      Hi Linda. Hope you'll get the chance to read the book!

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  15. chinadolJanuary 18, 2020 at 6:11 AM

    Have a happy and blessed new year. I love reading Amish books and look forward to reading this one. Thank you for all your writing you do for us.

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:28 PM

      Happy New Year to you! I hope you'll enjoy Rosanna's Gift!!

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  16. Melanie BackusJanuary 18, 2020 at 6:12 AM

    Sounds like a good one!
    mauback55 at gmail dot com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:32 PM

      Hi Melanie. Thanks for your interest!!

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  17. Between the Pages with KatrinaJanuary 18, 2020 at 7:11 AM

    Sounds like a wonderful book!! I love reading Amish stories. Thank you for this opportunity.
    eppersonkatrinaatyahoodotcom

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:34 PM

      I love reading Amish books, too--and writing them! Hope you'll get to read Rosanna's Gift!

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  18. Wendy NewcombJanuary 18, 2020 at 7:36 AM

    This sounds like a pretty good book and I'm always anxious to read something by a new author, so thank you for the chance to win a copy of this book.

    wfnren at aol dot com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:35 PM

      Hi Wendy. Thanks for your interest!!

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  19. Virginia WinfieldJanuary 18, 2020 at 8:57 AM

    I love Amish fiction. This sounds really good.
    Thereadmaster(at)me(dot)com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:37 PM

      Nice to meet you, Virginia. Thanks for your interest!

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  20. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2020 at 9:10 AM

    The story line sounds interesting. I enjoy reading Amish books. Susan is a new to me author.
    marypopmom (at) yahoo (dot) com
    Maryann

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:39 PM

      Thanks for your interest. I hpe you'll be able to read the book!

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  21. bn100January 18, 2020 at 10:00 AM

    interesting premise
    bn100candg at hotmail dot com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:40 PM

      Thanks for checking in. Nice to meet you.

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  22. tidegirlJanuary 18, 2020 at 10:10 AM

    awsome book, has to be good,all yours are!

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:41 PM

      Thanks so much for your support!! Happy to hear you enjoy the books!

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  23. Barb DJanuary 18, 2020 at 10:13 AM

    Oh, I want to know what happens in this story! :) Badawson16 at aol dot com THANKS for an opportunity to win!

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:44 PM

      Thanks for your interest, Barb. Good luck!

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  24. AmyJanuary 18, 2020 at 10:21 AM

    Oh, it sounds like a great read!

    amybradsher@gmail.com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:46 PM

      Thanks, Amy. Hope you'll get to read the book!

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  25. CRYSTALJanuary 18, 2020 at 10:43 AM

    OH sounds like a great read. Love books like this. Would love to win the book. Always looking for another favorite author and I like to try new books especially ones like this.
    don.stewart@zoominternet.net is my email.
    My name is Crystal
    Thanks,
    Crystal



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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:50 PM

      Hi Crystal. It's always nice to meet new people. Thanks for your interest!!

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    2. Mary EllisJanuary 29, 2020 at 9:06 AM

      Hi Crystal,
      You are the lucky winner of Susan's book. Congratulations.
      and thanks for being a Suspense Sisters reader!! Mary Ellis

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  26. diannekcJanuary 18, 2020 at 11:01 AM

    I really like reading Amish fiction and this sounds like a book I would enjoy reading. I like learning about the Amish way of life.
    diannekc8(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:53 PM

      Hi Dianne. I love learning about the Amish, too, and writing about them. Thanks for your interest!

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  27. Beverly Duell-MooreJanuary 18, 2020 at 11:44 AM

    Oh, this story sounds so delightful! I'd love to read it!
    duellonlysis(at)aol(dot)com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:56 PM

      Nice to meet you Beverly! Hope you'll be able to read the book!

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  28. Alicia HaneyJanuary 18, 2020 at 11:45 AM

    This book sounds intriguing and like a very good read! Thank you for sharing about it and Thank you for the chance. Have a Great weekend. God Bless you.

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 5:00 PM

      Hi Alicia. Thanks for your interest. Hoe your weekend is great.

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  29. Barbara LimaJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:55 PM

    Very unusual. Many Amish live in our community, I've never heard of such a thing happening.

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 5:03 PM

      Hi Barbara. It's always fun to explore possibilities!

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  30. NancyJanuary 18, 2020 at 4:55 PM

    I find Amish books really interesting. I found how they sometimes use batteries to run things and how they have to get permission to use some things for like in a shop. Thanks for this opportunity. jluebke(at)frontier(dot)com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 5:05 PM

      Hi Nancy. I find the Amish fascinating, too. I hope you'll get to read the book!

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  31. Gail H.January 18, 2020 at 5:01 PM

    I’ve been seeing this cover everywhere. Caught my eye. Would love to read!
    tumcsec(at)gmail(dot)com

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  32. Susan SimpsonJanuary 18, 2020 at 5:08 PM

    Hi Gail. Happy to meet you! I hope you will be able to read Rosanna's Gift!!

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  33. KathyJanuary 18, 2020 at 6:04 PM

    This book sounds really good.
    kfowler4827@gmail.com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 19, 2020 at 1:43 PM

      Hi Kathy. Happy to "meet " you! I hope you'll get a chance to read the book!!

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  34. Tammy MorseJanuary 19, 2020 at 1:38 AM

    I love the sound of the story. The cover pulled me right back in. Beautiful cover and I loved the sound of the book. I would love to read and review this paperback book for you. It sounds really really interesting and good. Please let me have an opportunity to read and write a review for jf.
    tsmorse1967@fmail.com

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 19, 2020 at 1:44 PM

      Hu Tammy. Thanks for your interest in Rosanna's Gift. I hope you'll get to read the book and write a review!!

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  35. Debbie H.January 19, 2020 at 10:02 AM

    I just love reading Amish books. Thanks for the chance to win. dhazelton@myfairpoint.net

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  36. DeniseJanuary 19, 2020 at 12:30 PM

    This author is excellent and I love reading her books. This looks to be another great one. Amish books are my favorite. And I really enjoy your emails.

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    1. Susan SimpsonJanuary 19, 2020 at 1:48 PM

      Thank you,Denise. I'm so glad you enjoy my books. I hope you'll get to read Rosanna's Gift, too.

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  37. Linda KishJanuary 19, 2020 at 3:01 PM

    This sounds like a wonderful story. I would love to read it. Thanks for the chance.

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    1. Linda KishJanuary 19, 2020 at 3:02 PM

      Forgot my email address.... lkish77123 at gmail dot com

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    2. Susan SimpsonJanuary 20, 2020 at 3:35 PM

      Nice to meet you, Linda. O hope you'll get the chance to read Rosanna's Gift!!

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  38. YoooperGrlJanuary 19, 2020 at 8:50 PM

    This book looks interesting! Would love to win it.

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  39. Susan SimpsonJanuary 20, 2020 at 3:37 PM

    Thanks for responding. Good luck!!

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  40. SARAH TAYLORJanuary 24, 2020 at 2:07 PM

    Sounds like a great book I Love reading Amish books! Thank you for the amazing giveaway! SARAHTAYLOR601973(at)YAHOO(dot)COM

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  41. Mary EllisJanuary 29, 2020 at 9:08 AM

    Thanks, readers, for all the great comments for Susan Simpson. Crystal, you are the lucky winner of Rosanna's Gift. I will contact you privately for your address. Thanks to everyone for reading Suspense Sisters blog. ~ Mary Ellis

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