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The Shunning (Heritage of Lancaster County, Bk 1)
The Shunning - Heritage of Lancaster County, Bk 1
Author: Beverly Lewis
All Her Life She Has Longed For The Forbidden Things, But Will Her Dreams Come At A Price Too Dear To Pay? — 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 ...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9781556618666
ISBN-10: 1556618662
Publication Date: 5/1/1997
Pages: 283
Rating:
  • Currently 4.1/5 Stars.
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4.1 stars, based on 343 ratings
Publisher: Bethany House
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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reviewed The Shunning (Heritage of Lancaster County, Bk 1) on + 6 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 7
I enjoyed this book, and learned a lot about the Amish. A very enjoyable read, and a twist ending.
reviewed The Shunning (Heritage of Lancaster County, Bk 1) on + 91 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 7
This book shows the Amish way of life. It is light reading and could be appropriate reading for teens. I liked the insight into the Amish. Their life is so simple and humble. It is a nice example of another way.
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Helpful Score: 5
Katie Lapp was raised in a quiet Amish community in PA. On the eve of Katie's wedding she learns startling news that devastates her and sends her on a mission to find out who she really is. When she pulls away from Amish tradition, and won't repent before the church, she is shunned by the Amish community and her own family.
reviewed The Shunning (Heritage of Lancaster County, Bk 1) on + 86 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
I LOVE this book! I'd love to keep it but I love it so much I want to share it with others.
Sheyen avatar reviewed The Shunning (Heritage of Lancaster County, Bk 1) on + 74 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
This book was really good, I love stories like this where a person realizes a secret about themself and has to search for who they truly are.
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reviewed The Shunning (Heritage of Lancaster County, Bk 1) on + 47 more book reviews
A good read
reviewed The Shunning (Heritage of Lancaster County, Bk 1) on
Great read!!! I thouroughly enjoyed this book and excited for the 2nd in the series.
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From the back cover...

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 our 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.
chix avatar reviewed The Shunning (Heritage of Lancaster County, Bk 1) on
The book held your interest, but is too 'teen angst' for adults. I grew up with the Amish and find the characters too cardboard, predictable and one-dimensional. More suited to a teen-read, in my opinion. Am I glad I read it? Sort of.
reviewed The Shunning (Heritage of Lancaster County, Bk 1) on + 18 more book reviews
Great reading - and in large print!
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Great Book!!

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