Softly Blows the Bugle

Elizabeth Kaufman felt relief when her husband died in 1863, but Aaron Zook returns home with her brother two years later. He never imagined the Amish way of life would be so enticing, and he must win the heart of the woman he loves.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 20 October 2020
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group

When Elizabeth Kaufman received the devastating news of her husband's death at the Battle of Vicksburg in 1863, she felt a sense of relief wash over her. Determined to never be at the mercy of another man again, even if it meant the absence of a family of her own, she resolved to forge her path and create a life independent of any male influence.

Two years later, as the war drew to a close, Elizabeth's brother returned home with a wounded soldier named Aaron Zook. Despite the severity of Aaron's injuries, he was determined to leave the pain of the past behind and start a new life in the West. The Amish way of life, which his grandfather had rejected long ago, now seemed alluring to him.

However, Aaron's path was not without its complications. Amidst the simplicity of the Amish community at Weaver's Creek, he found himself captivated by a certain widow, whose presence haunted his thoughts. Despite his best efforts, he couldn't seem to shake off the feeling that she held a special place in his heart.

As Aaron settled into his new life, he quickly realized that while he had left the battlefield behind, another battle awaited him—the one for the heart of the woman he loved. Elizabeth, too, was struggling with her own emotions and the complexities of her relationship with Aaron.

Through their struggles and challenges, Elizabeth and Aaron learned to navigate the complexities of love and family in the Amish community. They discovered that sometimes, the simplest of lives can be the most complicated, and that the bonds of family and faith can heal even the deepest wounds.

As the story unfolds, we witness the growth and transformation of Elizabeth and Aaron as they navigate the complexities of love, faith, and family. They learn to trust in each other and in the power of forgiveness, and they find solace in the support of their community.

Ultimately, "The Heart of a Widow" is a story of resilience, hope, and the power of love to heal even the most brokenhearted. It reminds us that even in the darkest of times, there is always a glimmer of light and a chance for a new beginning.

Weight: 294g
Dimension: 141 x 216 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780800729332