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  • The Heritage of Lancaster County, Book 1
  • By: Beverly Lewis
  • Narrated by: Marguerite Gavin
  • Length: 7 hrs and 15 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (25 ratings)
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Summary

In the quiet Amish community of Hickory Hollow, Pennsylvania, time has stood still while cherished traditions and heartfelt beliefs have flourished. But a secret lies buried that could shatter the tranquility its inhabitants have grown to love.

When Katie Lapp stumbles upon a satin infant gown in the dusty leather trunk of her parents' attic, she knows it holds a story she must discover. Why else would her Amish mother, a plain and simple woman who embraces the Old Order laws, hide the beautiful baby dress in the attic?

On the eve of Katie's wedding to widower Bishop John, startling news staggers out of her anguished parents, and nothing prepares Katie for the devastation their confession brings. Feeling betrayed, Katie watches as the only life she has ever known begins to unravel, leaving in its wake a furrow of pain and a future of hope.

The Shunning is the first book in a triology that recreates the simple life of the Amish. Its themes of hope and reconciliation show us that even when we think we are far away, God's love is always present.

©1997 Beverly Lewis (P)2003 Blackstone Audiobooks

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Amish life belief love and duty to God is well depicted and enthralling readwith love is a delightful and honest read

An unusual storyline , which I had to finish so enthralling and heartbreaking but always there is hope . The ending was so touching , I loved this book and just had to listen until I finished it ar 2 pm … wonderful .

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The Shunning

A beautiful story of the Amish culture and of love and sadness. I am now looking forward to listening to the next book in the series.

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Wonderful

Loved this
So touching and sad in parts
Well narrated too can’t wait to hear book two

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Growing up loss of first love marriage coming up

Full of emotions dealing with growing up first love grief from loss
Doubts about restrictions of faith and is it the man for me

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