The Amish Ballerina

By Wanda E. Brunstetter and Richelle Brunstetter

Book Overview

An Amish Woman Hides a Secret Passion

Eighteen-year-old Arie Kauffman loves to twirl and leap around the barn in her Amish bonnet and dress, practicing ballet moves her English friend taught her. Her parents would be upset to learn that this longtime interest has progressed to her secretly attending ballet classes. Arie even hides her dance skills from her boyfriend, Edwin Chupp, who often invites her to try new things, knowing she has an artistic heart. Her secrecy, however, is causing damage she may not be able to repair. When offered new opportunities to dance, will Arie break from Amish tradition or hold true to the bonds of her faith and family?

Features:

From New York Times Bestselling Authors, Wanda E. Brunstetter and her granddaughter Richelle BrunstetterUnique story about an Amish woman hiding a forbidden passionStory takes place in Shipshewana, IndianaBrunstetters have strong ties to the Amish communityAmish fiction delivers life-changing inspiration and entertainmentBrunstetter's fiction has sold more than 14 million units

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DW5CFH3W
• ISBN13: 9798891511972
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: Barbour Fiction
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.5" x 8.1"

Customer Reviews

Expectations or Dreams

Not your typical Amish read from this author as it involves secrets and distorted truths because of family dynamics. This book brings to light the hard choice between family expectations and a desire of the heart that is not allowed in the Amish community. When we try to fit ourselves into a box amidst rules and regulations instead of seeking God’s plan for our life it can lead to heart ache and broken dreams. I thought the subject matter was tackled with finesse and although I don’t always agree with the Amish rules I understand their culture and trying to preserve their heritage. I did have trouble connecting with the characters the way I prefer as they seemed distant and hard to get to know except for Edwin who is a sincere, kind man who grants grace to others. It was interesting to learn of the drill teams that the Amish participate in as I had never heard of that . This is an interesting story and gives you a different perspective. I received a complimentary copy from Barbour Publishing. The honest review and opinions are my own and were not required.