Praise for A Plain Death, book 1 in
An Applewood Creek Mystery series

“As it turns out, Amanda Flower may have just written the first Amish romance-comedy. And all I can say is . . . bring on the next one!”

—USA TODAY

“This new series has mystery, some romance, and several amazing characters. These people are smart, clever, and want only the best for others. Amanda Flower is a talented author who gives readers what they have come to expect, a good mystery with a few twists and turns along the way.”

—RT Book Reviews, 4 stars

“A gentle and thoughtful Christian mystery, this series debut will appeal to readers wanting to learn more about the diversity within Amish communities.”

—Library Journal

“Romance and intrigue make a delightful tangle in this entertaining story. With authentic small-town instincts, Flower populates her tale with quirky characters that bring her story to life.”

—CBA Retailers

“Amanda Flower’s novel, A Plain Death, has everything any fan of Amish fiction enjoys—an endearing heroine, a wonderful cast of Amish and English characters, and an intriguing mystery to solve. Amanda’s smooth writing style and clever touches of humor instantly caught my attention. I read the book in one sitting and am already anxious to read the next Appleseed Creek Mystery.”

—USA Today and New York Times best-selling author,

Shelley Shepard Gray

“Just when you think you’ve got this mystery figured out, Flower throws in another plot twist. A Plain Death is a tasty first installment of what promises to be an exciting new series. Well done!”

—Mary Ellis, best-selling author of An Amish Family Reunion