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description: Rachel enjoyed her rumspringa; the only problem was she couldn’t imagine going back to her simple life and leaving the Englisch world behind.  When her best friend begged her to join her for rumspringa in the city, Rachel had been hesitant to go. But once she arrived in Harrisburg it was as if a veil had been lifted to reveal a surprisingly different world. When two months turned into ten, Rachel knew it was time to make a choice. It wasn’t that she didn’t want to go home; it was just that she enjoyed working in the bookstore more.  When she meets shy and self-conscious Jim, Rachel finds a friend with whom to share her concerns. They are soon good friends, but Rachel can’t help but wonder why Jim doesn’t attempt to romanticize their friendship. Christmas is drawing closer and now she doesn’t only have to leave the bookstore, but also Jim.  Confused by her conflicting emotions, Rachel can’t seem to make the decision her parents so desperately need her to make. Christmas is around the corner and before the ham is roasted Rachel should decide if she’s going to turn her back on her faith and community or embrace her heritage.  Will Rachel discover what is really in her heart? Can she find love without compromising her future? Find out now if a Christmas miracle will make Rachel realize where she truly belongs. This is a sweet Christmas Amish romance that will make you realize the importance of family and traditions during Christmas in Lancaster County. 
title: The Simple Amish Christmas