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The collapse of a schoolhouse puts pressure on Amish families and their long-held educational values. Ella Hilty anticipates marrying Gideon Wittner and becoming a mother to his children. In a whirling clash of values, Ella seeks the solid ground that seems to have slipped away. Margaret Simpson, an English schoolteacher, wonders if she is losing her last chance at love. As the local authorities draw lines in the sand, Margaret puts romance at risk one final time. All eyes turn to Ella to make a sacrifice and accept a challenge that can bring unity to the Amish and understanding to the English.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00THZX5YM
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Shiloh Run Press (August 1, 2015)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 1, 2015
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 1235 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Print length ‏ : ‎ 322 pages
Reviewer: Pamela Pavkov
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Who is right and who is wrong?
Review: The Brightest and Best is the third book written by Olivia Newport in her Amish Turns of Time series. This is a wonderful historical book about the Amish and their rights to educate their children in their way.When the local one room school house starts to cave in the Amish and local farmers petition the local superintendent for help to rebuild. This sets off a series of events that forces the Amish to place their children in public school. As this is not what the Amish feel is the best course of action for their children they decide to take action. Will they, however, risk jail time or even having their children removed from their homes? Will they take on the local education system? This story will have you cheering the Amish on. When you see who advocates for the Amish you will be surprised.I was not given a complimentary copy of this book but I still wanted to offer my honest review. You may think you don't want to read a historical book but the Brightness and Best is a wonderful account of how the Amish stood up for their religious beliefs. I have also rated this book with 5 stars for a wonderful story showing when you believe in something strong enough it's worth taking risky steps.

Reviewer: pamf
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Wonderful!
Review: This was a very interesting book with a lot attention to detail. It could have been about some issues today . Said to say. Olivia always brings great characters with strength and energy to her stories.

Reviewer: Kindle Customer
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Good
Review: I liked this book. The characters seemed to really make the story come alive. You got to really feel for the characters in that time. Anyone would enjoy the story.

Reviewer: Rebecca Maney
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars
Title: An Inspirational Historical!
Review: Gideon Wittmer and many other Amish families in rural Ohio are facing a seemingly insurmountable obstacle, the state has demanded that all children must be educated at a state supported school regardless of their Amish faith. In fact, their very livelihood is being threatened with the mandate that children past the eighth grade must remain enrolled in high school, rather than returning home to work family farms with their parents and grandparents. In Geauga County, the local deputy sheriff is serious about carrying out the law to the fullest extent; meaning numerous families could quite possibly face serious legal consequences.Two young women, one Amish and one English are caught in the crosshairs of the education controversy; Ella Hilty, Gideon Wittmer's intended bride and Margaret Simpson, a first grade teacher, whom the school board appoints as an intermediary between the county and the nearby Amish community. What sacrifices will both women have to make in order for the issue to be resolved in a peaceful manner? Will Ella have to postpone her dreams and will Margaret Simpson become ostracized for her compassionate, unpopular convictions?This story, with its deep historical roots, demonstrates that the issues of education and religious freedom often intersect, with less than desirable consequences. However, over time our country regained its footing and allowed private institutions to become engrained through-out the educational community. Trail blazers, such as the courageous fictional families portrayed in this book, remain an inspiration to us all.I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest opinion.

Reviewer: Wendy
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Two women, different faiths, putting their lives on hold for others
Review: If you like stories about people putting their lives on hold for the benefit of others you will enjoy this book. Olivia does a great job of writing and keeping you glued to the story she is telling. I have enjoyed the first three books in this series and there are two more waiting for me to read!!!

Reviewer: Brenda W. Hedge
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Five Stars
Review: Great read if you are into Amish fiction!

Reviewer: packrat
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Five Stars
Review: Great book.

Reviewer: Cathy gill
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Four Stars
Review: It is a ok book I would recommend it to anyone. I enjoyed reading the book.