Wanda E. Brunstetter: Amish Country's Most Beloved Storyteller. New York Times best selling author of Amish fiction.

A Castle of Sand

{October 2026}

Solitude, Sunshine, and a Second Chance at Love

Don’t miss this brand new stand-alone Amish romance from New York Times bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter.

Young widow, Sharon Raber, has been feeling hopeless ever since the death of her husband. Still restless after a visit to her parents, she decides to retreat from Indiana to Sarasota, Florida, for some solitude in the sun. Finally drawn out of her grief by an older widow in the Pinecraft community, Sharon meets Peter Stutzman, who is helping his aunt make home repairs. Could a second chance at love be possible for Sharon, or will the courage needed to release her heart be too much for her…and Peter?

A Note From Wanda

After writing a short story some time ago, I was struck with the idea that this particular story, if fully developed, would make a good novel. Having kept that thought in my head for a few years, I decided to take the premise for the short story and develop it into a full-length novel, adding new characters and a much deeper storyline. Also, the topic of widowhood seemed appropriate to write about, since I lost my husband a few months ago. Since that time, I have gained a better understanding of what it’s like to lose the love of my life and move forward, seeking God’s will for my future. I hope this book will offer comfort to others who might be dealing with the loss of a loved one and are struggling to move forward.