What a wonderful and unique Amish story. I immediately d Jethro and Susannah. I had met these characters previously in earlier books in the series, yet I know that I could have picked this book up without having read any of the other books and been able to easily enjoy it as a stand alone novel.

It was so nice to get to know Jethro and Susannah in their own book. Both had been married before to people who were not love matches for them. Their history together was an interesting one as Susannah was about ten years older than Jethro, had known him since he was born, and even served as his babysitter when he was a young child. Jethro’s idea that they pretend to enter into a courtship together definitely came as a surprise to Susannah.

I loved the way these two interacted as they spent time together. Jethro’s stutter and the scar from his cleft lip and palate surgeries didn’t matter to Susannah and it showed in the way they were together. I loved watching as real feelings and attraction grew between these two and my heart hurt for them as it seemed they might not get a chance at a life together.

This novel was captivating from start to finish and the Miller’s Creek series is one that I am really enjoying. I have read three of the five books so far in the series and I that readers can jump in and read each book independently, while also having a community and characters that overlap throughout the stories.

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This is a heartwarming tale filled with dimensional strong willed characters, scenes, faith and romance along with humor. Jethro Weaver and Susannah Mast’s plan to fake a courtship to please his Bishop father was their only answer it appeared. Jethro had a stuttering problem that had prevented him asking girls out plus told to marry without love previously. Susannah was busy caring for her farm and children without a desire to remarry. With Jethro spending more time at her farm helping her their lives changed along with her children’s perspective of their neighbor. The unanticipated happenings brought smiles, humor, romance, and renewed faith that God cared about their heartaches from the past.

Jocelyn McClay knows how to weave a story that will sweep readers into the characters’ lives as if they were family. I found myself applauding Jethro and Susannah as their unpredictable path turned corners that was unforeseen for both of them and others. Their story is filled with faith, hope, and love that was amazing from the start to the end.

Thank you to the author for an early copy of this astonishing story. I was not required to write a positive review but have expressed my own opinion. I look forward to reading more books by this author as they are released. 2022 love-inspired-amish romance ...more2 s Marcie Robinson348 5

“Their Unpredictable Path” by Jocelyn McClay is delightful and heartwarming.

Jethro Weaver, the bishop’s son, has always done what his family asks of him, but now he wants to be able to decide what is right for him and for his life. And to do that he offers a fake courtship to the woman he’s always trusted, Susannah Mast.
Susannah is strong and independent and works hard taking care of her farm. She agrees to Jethro’s plan because she wants to stop all the suitors from visiting because if she marries again, she wants to because she’s in love.

Jethro is the type of character who pulls at your heartstrings and Susannah is the type who you’ll admire. Add in some humor and you’ve got a 5-star read.
I absolutely loved Jethro and Susannah and their “unpredictable path” to happiness.2 s Joyce Kernan20

Jethro, a young Amish man, made a brief appearance in an earlier Millers Creek story. Jethro was born with a cleft lip and pallet and his life thus far has been filled with continuous disappointment, particularly in love and romance.
Susannah is ten years older than Jethro. She too has been disappointed in love and has found no interest in the suitors sent her way. What begins as a joke and a pretend courtship between Jethro and Susannah may very well turn in to something more. Their romance really touched my heart.
Once again, Jocelyn McClay has given us a wonderful, heartwarming story. I look forward to her next book and visiting again with the folks of Millers Creek.2 s Kaye Wingo674 6

Awesome book2 s Sylvia1,580 72

I loved this book!! Great story!! I want to read more books by this author!!1 Melissa279 25

Their Unpredictable Path by Jocelyn McClay is book #5 in the Miller's Creek series. Bishop's son Jethro Weaver is a widower after his wife and baby have died. He's being pressured by his dad & mom to start courting again and remarry. Jethro doesn't want to get married at all. He cooks up a scheme with fellow widower Susannah Mast. She's quite a bit older (his senior by 10 years) and is also getting pressured by the bishop to start courting again. Jethro comes up with a plan. They can fake court each other and that way potential suitors will look elsewhere. Susannah reluctantly agrees to the plan and it works. In fact it works too well. So well that both Jethro & Susannah might want to make this fake courtship into a real courtship.
I loved this story so much. It was so unique. Jethro was born with a clef lip and palette which was corrected by surgeries years ago, but he still suffers from a stutter. He genuinely s/loves Susannah an older woman who is nearing the age of her child bearing years. Most ly she won't be able to give Jethro another baby. It was refreshing to read about their love story. It also has an epilogue which of course makes me happy. This is my 2nd book of Jocelyn's and I think this is a great series from the two books that I've read. I need to read the other 3. I hope you will take a chance on this delightful story and see all the complications that arise when a younger amish man pursues an older amish woman. li-contemporary-read Christine192 11

First of all, I don't read a ton of Amish fiction. I enjoyed the break from my everyday life to enjoy a simpler time. I definitely cheered for the characters and their relationship. I haven't read the earlier books in the series, so maybe that would've connected me to the characters of Jethro's parents better. His mother didn't feel super consistent, which made it difficult to but into.

I enjoyed a peek into Amish culture, especially the aspects that don't reverberate with modern culture (i.e. not allowing men to have mustaches and the life-long dread of being the community's minister!)

I'm interested in reading about Susannah's daughter and her hasty marriage! :)2023-finished-list Joan Arning1,581 24

Jocelyn McClay's writing improves with every book! I thoroughly enjoyed Their Unpredictable Path as widower Jethro attempts to escape his parents' conniving to get him to remarry. Jethro is a sweet man who has let his parents rule his life long enough! Widower Susannah Mast is ten years older than Jethro, used to babysit him, has a reputation as a terrible cook and knows any man just wants her farm. You will enjoy reading about this fake courtship. I received a complimentary copy of Their Unpredictable Path from author, Jocelyn McClay. This is my honest opinion.amish Vicky SluiterAuthor 1 book82

What a perfect title for this heartwarming story! Author Jocelyn McClay writes a story full of unexpected twists and turns that will leave you wanting more.

Wonderful characters, well rounded and true to life, I absolutely loved Jethro. Life has been hard on him and he’s ready to give up and settle. He just wants to be left alone. Susannah agrees. Just leave her alone. Can they successfully hide from the Bishop?

I highly recommend this story of hope and second chances!

I received a complimentary copy of this book but was not required to leave a review.
1 Pamela Pavkov1,234 14

Their Unpredictable Path is a very heartwarming story written by Jocelyn McClay. The characters are very able even though they are deceiving their friends and family. The reason for their deceit is understandable and makes for a very interesting read. I enjoyed the storyline and the outcome.

I was not given a complimentary copy of this book to read and review. I was not approached to post a favorable response and all opinions are my own. I have rated this story with five stars for meeting my expectations of a wonderful story that I can highly recommend to others. J. Smith119 3

Oh, So Good

Such a romantic story … I loved the characters … While family and community are important to the Amish, in this story, the old adage that people will be people … whether Englisher or Amish … is true, so both our good and bad human character traits are on display. Dangerous situations arise and are overcome by faith and the warm character traits we’ve come to expect from Amish characters in the books we read.
So good.

Penny Knowlton29 4 Read

Their Unpredictable Path is well titled. Jethro Weaver and Susannah Mast are both widowed and being pressured by Jethro's church bishop father to remarry. They are attracted to each other but face several challenges including Susannah's 10 year age older.

An enjoyable read as you root for these two and feel their anguish. Mary AnnAuthor 2 books287

This novel features a couple who forms a partnership of pretense but ends up with more than they bargained for. It's well-written and sweeps readers up into the drama. The characters make you care about them and what happens—they seem so real. You can’t help but long for everything to turn out well in this endearing tale. I received a copy from the author. All opinions are my own. Dali Castillo452 14

Book Quote:
"Everyone seems t-to have an opinion on what is gut for m-me. I'm incapable of d-dealing for m-myself." His voice was hoarse. Jethro swallowed against the ache in his throat. "I thought you were gut for m-me. B-but apparently I'm not gut for you. Or m-maybe just not gut enough." Sherida StewartAuthor 1 book33

Truly a unique and enjoyable romance! The older heroine was a different twist, as was the hero who stuttered. The glimpse into the Amish lifestyle was charming. The characters were engaging and the romance sweet. Definitely a good story! Janice 660 8

A Good Read

I really enjoyed this book, but not I disd Jethro's mum she was too pushy & judgemental
Susannah & Jethro start a fake courtship but each are wishing it was real
I won't say more as I would be giving the story away
Well worth reading
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