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The Shunning
The Heritage of Lancaster County Trilogy (Book 1)
- Author
- Beverly Lewis
- Narrator
- Marguerite Gavin
- Publisher
- Blackstone Publishing
- Publish Date
- 1 January 2007
- Run Time
- 7 hours 16 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
What to expect
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.
On the eve of her wedding, Katie Lapp hears startling news from her anguished parents. Nothing could have prepared her 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 but also a future of hope.
The Shunningis the first book in a trilogy that re-creates 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.
Critics Review
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“The narrator of this audiobook series, Marguerite Gavin, is wonderful. Gavin...has a very captivating voice…Overall, the Heritage of Lancaster County series is wonderful.”
Audiobookfans.com
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“A thoughtful, insightful look at the Amish way and the courage it takes not to follow the individual voice of the heart.”
Gazette (Colorado Springs)
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Details
- Author
- Beverly Lewis
- Narrator
- Marguerite Gavin
- Duration
- 7 hours 16 minutes
- Release Date
- 1 January 2007
- ISBN
- 9781624607837
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Blackstone Publishing
- Genre
- Religious and spiritual fiction, Fiction: general and literary, Religious and spiritual fiction, Romance, Fiction: general and literary
Synopsis
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.On the eve of her wedding, Katie Lapp hears startling news from her anguished parents. Nothing could have prepared her 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 but also a future of hope.The Shunningis the first book in a trilogy that re-creates 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.
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