Twins Alfie and Benji have been shuffled to the basement bedroom because their grandparents have moved in, due to the granddad’s health. They are desperate to get their old bedroom back, and they decide that marrying off their older brothers is the key. Abraham is too shy to talk to girls, and their neighbor, Emma, is quite talkative, and the twins decide they are a perfect match. There is much finagling in their shenanigans, to get these two together. This amusing story is liberally dosed with humor. All the characters are well developed, but the twins really steal the show in this highly entertaining second installment. ( )

What I think you should know:
Abraham is the Second book in the Petersheim Brothers Series, it is Amish Fiction. While it can be read as a stand alone novel I HIGHLY recommend reading the first book in the series, Andrew. Despite being successful in finding a wife for their oldest brother Alfie and Benji and still stuck living in the cellar so they have set their sights on their next brother Abraham.

My Thoughts about Abraham:
Even if you are not a fan of Amish fiction I think that you will love this book. Alfie and Benji are such fun characters The author, Jennifer Beckstrand, keeps you guessing as to what antics they are going to get into next. Abraham was such a sweet guy, he would make a great husband Amish or English. For the first time ever I did not enjoy an Amish girl lead, as was Beckstrand’s intention Emma was selfish, and did not demonstrate the humbleness that is more often seen in Amish. While I did not like Emma for an interesting dynamic to the story. I loved this book as much and the first and I am looking forward to the third in the series.

I received a complimentary copy for this book from Celebrate Lit, this in no way influenced my review. All opinions are my own. ( )

Nothing can be worse than younger siblings at times, and that is definitely the case with Alfie and Benji. These two boys have three older brothers that they are determined to see get married so they can move out of the basement and into bedrooms again.

Having read Andrew, the first book in this series, I was excited to have the chance to read Abraham. Alfie and Benji truly bring these books to life. They do all the things little brothers and sisters do to annoy their older siblings. Yet their hearts are in the right place in some ways.

Emma’s main interest is her chickens. So Alfie and Benji scheme to get Emma and Abraham together. Unfortunately, things do not go according to plan. Emma is not interested in marrying someone like Abraham (or so she thinks).

With chickens, a dog, and twins a lot of mischief can be found in this book. Plus, it illustrates how moms always know everything (even when you are trying to hide things from them). It will have you laughing and shaking your head in disbelief at times. So check out this book for yourself.

I received a copy of this book for my fair and honest review. ( )

I love this author and this series of books. This family is fantastic. I love the young twin boys that just want to get their older brothers married so that they can sleep back upstairs again. This book is really funny and there are a few sad parts. The author really seems to know how twin brothers think and feel. I did not want this story to end. I am so looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I received a copy of this book from Netgalley for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will. ( )

Abraham by Jennifer Beckstrand is the second novel in The Petersheim Brothers series. Alfie and Benji Petersheim are eight year old twin brothers who are tired of sleeping in the cellar. They were excited when their plan to marry off their brother, Andrew worked. Unfortunately, their mother turned Andrew’s bedroom into her sewing room so she could have a place to escape from Mammi (I don’t blame her). So, the twins have turned their attention to Abraham. Abraham seems smitten with Emma Wengerd so the twins come up with a plan to get the pair together. Abraham is a delightful story. Alfie and Benji manage to get themselves into numerous scrapes. Of course, it falls onto big brother, Abraham to assist these mischievous twins. I thought the characters were developed and realistic. They each had insecurities like Abraham’s shyness and how he would put himself down. He had such a kind heart and is a thoughtful man. The twins are going to have their work cut out for them matching their shy brother with the lovely and outgoing Emma. It is going to be a bumpy ride especially with Perry in the picture. Jennifer Beckstrand’s descriptions allowed me to envision the story and characters. I could just see the twin’s grandfather being pushed into the woods in his wheelchair. I could tell that he was having the time of his life. I believe the twins are what is helping the grandfather recover from his stroke. I love the inclusion of Bitsy Weaver. She is my favorite character (I wish I had half her gumption). I was tickled that the author included her in this series. It was interesting to learn about some unique variety of chickens (Emma loves her chickens) like the Silke and their colorful eggs. Abraham is well-written with steady pacing. I did not want to put down this engaging story. I laughed so often while reading this charming tale. Abraham can be read on its own, but I highly recommend Andrew. I cannot wait to read Austin. I have a feeling that the twins are still without their much wanted bedroom and will have to find Austin a mate next. Abraham is an enchanting story with exotic chickens, wily lads, a meddling Mammi, a bothersome boy, a skinflint store owner, and peanut butter problems. ( )