About the Book–– Romance, mystery, and family drama intertwine deep in the heart of Lancaster County's Amish country. The Mercy is Book Three in a moving saga from Beverly Lewis, acclaimed by Library Journal as "the reigning queen of Amish fiction."
Two Amish sisters yearning for new beginnings.
Hen cares for her injured husband, uncertain what the future holds.
Rose welcomes a second chance at love when she least expects it. Is she finally able to give her whole heart?
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About the Author––Beverly Lewis, born in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country, is The New York Times bestselling author of more than eighty books. Her stories have been published in eleven languages worldwide. A keen interest in her mother's Plain heritage has inspired Beverly to write many Amish-related novels, beginning with The Shunning, which has sold more than one million copies and was recently made into an Original Hallmark Channel movie. In 2007 The Brethren was honored with a Christy Award. She has been interviewed by both national and international media, including Time magazine, the Associated Press, and the BBC. Beverly lives with her husband, David, in Colorado. Visit her Web site at www.beverlylewis.com for more information.
Here's an interview with the author:
My Review––This review has been written by my wonderful wife, Ann.
I thoroughly enjoyed Beverly Lewis' book "The Mercy." It is very fascinating to see into the everyday lives of the Amish. Beverly Lewis has created real life characters that draw you into the story. These characters are faced with the same kind of crises that any of us might encounter (although set in an Amish culture).
Rose longs to be a wife and a mother. Hen, her sister, longs to see God work in her marriage. Brandon and Mamm long for physical healing. Bishop Aaron Petersheim longs to be restored to his ministry. Nick longs to be a part of the Amish community he grew up in. With all these different longings of heart, how will God work? Rose stated it best: "You throw everything on the mercy, on His purpose for your life. Trusting that He knows best is the hardest part of all."
I have so many favorite characters in this story. However, the unexpected Jeb Ulrich was a highlight for me. Jeb is an unlikely vessel that God uses to carry out His plan, as well as bestow mercy on so many through the truth that is revealed.
I love the book and would highly recommend it. I was challenged in my faith to be dependent on God through prayer and being in the Word. Above all, God can be trusted no matter what happens.
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