White Christmas Pie

by Wanda Brunstetter

Will Henderson, abandoned by his father sixteen years ago and left in the care of an Amish couple, has joined the Amish church and is about to marry Karen Yoder. But as Will contemplates marriage and potential fatherhood, he wonders will he eventually destroy his family as his father did his?

Karen Yoder can't break through the barrier her fiance has suddenly constructed around his heart. When she seeks the advice of an old boyfriend, Will begins to see green. Is there a chance there won't be a December wedding after all?

Riddled with guilt and shame over abandoning his son, Frank Henderson sinks into depression. As he begins to search for Will, he wonders if there is anything he can do to make it right.

When Will's life is threatened, the strength of blood-ties is put to the test. Can Will find it in his heart to forgive his father and marry the woman he loves? Can an old recipe for White Christmas Pie contain the truth that sets him free? (c) Wanda E. Brunstetter, 2008, White Christmas Pie, back cover

Wanda Brunstetter has become well known as an author who writes with accuracy about the Amish life. The plot meanders along much like the slower pace of the Amish and her books are always a light, enjoyable read.

The plot of this story has the potential to be quite interesting although I'm not sure how likely it is to have a baby abandoned with an Amish couple. How perfectly sweet it is to have the baby been abandoned to a childless couple as well. While it had potential, it seemed to fall a bit flat for me. The characters could have had more depth and passion to them. When the most excitement is having the buggy go off the path on a wintry day and being rescued by the fiance it's hard to get excited.

While the cover is delightful and promises a sweet story (which it delivers quite sweetly), I find it a bit too syrupy for my present palate.

If you are looking for a lovely, light read around Christmas time, then this would be a great book for you.