![]() ![]() The long-kept secret alters everything for the close-knit family, and when word of Earnest's deceit reaches others in the community, the truth pits Amish neighbors against one another and threatens to dry up Earnest's livelihood-as well as to break up Sylvia's engagement to the preacher's grandson. To her amazement, the respected convert to the Old Order admits that he is not fit to be a member of the Hickory Hollow Amish church-in fact, he never was.īurdened by the weight of his deception, Earnest Miller reveals the details about his past to Sylvia-and to his wife, Rhoda. Once Sylvia overcomes her shock, she confronts her father about the contents of the box. Piqued by curiosity, Sylvia unlocks the cherished heirloom, not realizing that what she is about to discover will splinter apart her happy life. As usual, five stars." -Karen Boynton, BookBargainsandPreviews.On the day before her Amish parents' twentieth wedding anniversary, Sylvia Miller stumbles across the key to the old brass tinderbox her father keeps in his Lancaster County watch repair shop. Once again, her knowledge of the Amish is astounding and she weaves a story that grabs you right from the start and, in her classic style, leaves you hanging, longing for the next book in the series. This is the first book in a new series and I can hardly wait for the next. "Beverly Lewis is one of my favorite authors and her latest volume, The Parting did not disappoint me. I would try to go to sleep only to want to know what would happen next." -Jane Squires, TheCelebrit圜afe.com "This book is a gripper, so plan to get little sleep if you read it at night. Now, two years later, Leah still misses them both, though loyal neighbor Gid continues to bide his time. For anyone who wants to spend several books in the company of an attractive heroine who finds herself in a tangle of personal, family and community loyalties, The Parting by Beverly Lewis is a good place to start." -Violet Nesdoly, In The Sacrifice, Leah Ebersol has no choice but to believe the worst: Her older sister, Sadie-and Leahs own beloved Jonas-have betrayed her. "As is usual with Lewis' books, I was captured by the story from the Prologue on and led willingly along by her effortless storytelling style and the intriguing plot. The last chapter closes with anticipation for the next book in the series." -Jenni K. Not only does it keep readers turning pages, it also challenges their passion and excitement for their faith in Christ. "The Parting is a captivating Christian romance. As always, Lewis supplies light but thoughtful reading, serving to show that life, even in a simpler society, can become quite complex." -Corinne H. "Fans will gobble up this latest saga and will eagerly await the next two books in the series. She can't write fast enough for me." -Laura Hilton, Lewis' books and this one is no exception. I absolutely cannot wait for the next book in the series to be released. "The Parting is the first book in THE COURTSHIP OF NELLIE FISHER series and as with several others of Ms. Eager for the answers, I look forward to the next book in the series." -Trudy Smith, ![]() if you're looking for a strong inspirational story that will pull at your heart, The Parting is the book for you. Where words leave off, music begins Wynk Music brings to you Quiéreme Siempre / La Playa / Eres Diferente / Pequeña Flor / La Sombra de Tu Sonrisa MP3 song from the movie/album Estela Raval Hoy, La Historia de Sus Éxitos. Her characters have depth that will make you ponder the strength of your own beliefs. "Beverly Lewis' knowledge of the Amish is compelling and her writing makes the scenes come to life. Lewis, who was born in Pennsylvania Dutch country, now lives in the Colorado Rockies." -Library Journal Essential for public library and Amish fiction collections. ![]() And her well-drawn characters speak with authentic voices as they struggle to cope with grief and questions about their traditions and relationship with God. As in her other novels, Lewis creates a vividly imagined sensory world in which readers can almost smell the pumpkin cookies that Nellie bakes in her shop. Suzy's sister, Nellie, shoulders the guilt, having been distracted by her own romantic dreams of Caleb Yoder on that terrible day. They believe her untimely death was the result of her dabbling in the outside world. "This new Amish series from the author of the ANNIE'S PEOPLE, ABRAM's DAUGHTERS, and THE HERITAGE OF LANCASTER COUNTY series introduces us to the Fisher family, mourning the death of their youngest daughter, Suzy. Her stories have been published in 12 languages and have regularly appeared on numerous bestseller lists, including the New York. Beverly Lewis (), born in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country, has more than 17 million books in print. ![]()
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