Welcome to Samantha Price's world of Amish fiction
Picture this: a quiet Amish kitchen, the scent of fresh bread baking, and Ettie Smith, an elderly Amish widow, peering out her window at something suspicious happening at the neighbor's farm.
Or maybe it's a young woman in a crisp white prayer kapp, her heart racing as she catches the eye of the handsome carpenter who just moved into town.
This is where I've spent the last ten years of my life—in the heartwarming, sometimes mysterious, always captivating world of the Amish. With over 200 books and counting (yes, you read that right!), I've created entire communities of characters who feel like family, solved countless mysteries, and brought together more couples than the best matchmaker in Lancaster County.
Welcome to my world. Pull up a chair, grab a cup of coffee, and let me tell you why Amish fiction has captured hearts around the globe—including mine.
Why Amish Romance Books and Cozy Mysteries Are So Popular
Here's the thing about Amish fiction that hooked me from day one: it's an escape to a simpler world where people actually talk to each other instead of texting, where community dinners solve more problems than therapy sessions, and where a good buggy ride can lead to a lifetime of love.
My Amish mystery series—especially the beloved Ettie Smith Amish Mysteries—gives you the best of both worlds: the "whodunit" thrill of a good cozy mystery mixed with bonnets, buggies, and barn raisings.
And the romance novels? They're all about those butterflies-in-your-stomach moments, the slow burn of falling in love, and the kind of happy endings that make you sigh with satisfaction.
The beauty of these stories is that whether you're 25 or 95, whether you live in a city apartment or a farmhouse, you'll find yourself completely transported. These aren't just books—they're a warm hug, a deep breath, a reminder that good people doing good things still make for a great story.
Why Amish Romance Books Have Grown in Popularity
When I started writing Amish romance over ten years ago, I had no idea how big this would become. But readers were clearly hungry for something different—stories that celebrated faith without being preachy, romance without the bedroom scenes, and mysteries you could recommend to your grandmother without blushing.
Fast forward to today, and I've got series that have taken on lives of their own. The Amish Bonnet Sisters? That became a 42-book saga because readers kept urging me to keep the series going with questions like: "What about the next sister? And the cousin? And what happened to that girl from book 12?" Each book explores a different sister's journey to love, and trust me, with that many sisters, there's never a dull moment.
What Makes Characters in Amish Romance Books Feel So Real
You know how some book characters stick with you long after you've finished reading? That's Ettie Smith. She's nosy in the best way possible, always in the middle of whatever's happening in the community, and she's got connections everywhere. When trouble shows up, she's right there—usually whether she planned to be or not.
The young women in the romance novels? They're not perfect. They wrestle with wanting what their heart desires while honoring what their family expects.
You'll see yourself in them, and by the final pages, you'll be cheering for their happy ending like it's your best friend's wedding.
What makes these stories feel so real?
You'll find yourself completely immersed in a world where mornings start with the crack of dawn milking, where entire communities gather for barn raisings, where Sunday singings spark the first flutter of romance, and where quilting bees are the best place to catch up on all the news (okay, maybe a little gossip too). And yes, there's always shoofly pie—trust me, you'll be craving it by chapter three.
Why Amish Cozy Mystery Books Are Perfect for Mystery Fans
In the humorous Ettie Smith Amish Mysteries, you'll get all the suspense and puzzle-solving you crave, but without the violence or nightmares. Ettie notices things—like when someone's buggy is parked where it shouldn't be, or when the woman down the road suddenly has extra money, or when that "accident" at the barn raising doesn't quite add up.
She'll piece together clues from conversations at the general store, observations at community gatherings, and that uncanny intuition that comes from knowing her community inside and out. You'll race through pages trying to solve the mystery alongside her, and when the truth finally comes out (usually over coffee and pie), you'll feel that satisfying click of everything falling into place.
It's like Murder, She Wrote meets Little House on the Prairie—except Ettie's got her slightly older sister Elsa-May constantly offering unsolicited advice and getting involved whether Ettie wants her to or not. Honestly? It's just as addictive as it sounds.
Why Readers Love Clean Amish Romance and Mystery Books
Over the years, I've received thousands of messages from readers, and there are some themes that keep coming up. People tell me these books help them escape the chaos of daily life. After a stressful day at work, they can sink into a world where the biggest drama is whether Sarah will choose the farmer or the furniture maker, or whether Ettie will solve the mystery before the Sunday service.
Readers love that these are books they can recommend to anyone—their teenage daughter, their mother, their book club, even their skeptical husband who "doesn't read romance" but somehow got hooked on the Ettie Smith series. They're clean, wholesome, and genuinely entertaining, which apparently is a rare combination these days.
And let's talk about those endings. You know how some books leave you hanging or break your heart? Not here. These stories deliver on the promise of hope, justice, and love winning in the end. Sometimes we all need that reassurance that good things can happen to good people.
Best Amish Romance Series and Cozy Mystery Books to Read
Here's the fun part: with over 200 books already in the collection and new releases every month, you're never going to run out of stories. Just finished the latest Ettie Smith Amish mystery? There's another one waiting. Fell in love with one of the Bonnet Sisters? Good news—there are 41 more of them, plus their cousins and neighbors and friends.
New series are always in the works too, exploring everything from Amish matchmakers to family businesses to communities you haven't visited yet. Some readers start at book one and read straight through. Others bounce around between series depending on their mood. There's no wrong way to do it—just pick a book and dive in.
All Samantha Price books are available in multiple formats.
Whether you're a longtime reader who's been with me since the early days or you're just discovering Samantha Price for the first time, welcome!
Consider this your official invitation to a world where faith matters, family comes first, and love always finds a way. Fair warning: these books are highly addictive.
You might start with one and suddenly find yourself three books deep at 2 AM on a work night. Don't say I didn't warn you!
Where to Buy Amish Romance and Cozy Mystery Books
Browse the complete Samantha Price Series Reading Order in the shop—Amish romance novels that'll make your heart soar, cozy mysteries that'll keep you guessing, and clean Christian fiction that the whole family can enjoy. From standalone novels to epic series, there's a story here with your name on it.
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