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Nellie Fisher is steeped in the quiet, tradition‑bound life of Pennsylvania’s Amish community. After the sudden death of her sister Suzy, she seeks comfort in her growing affection for Caleb Yoder. Despite Caleb’s father’s strict prohibition on courting, Nellie wrestles with her feelings, the expectations of her family, and the communal norms that shape their lives.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Christian Fiction/Christian Romance
Authors: Beverly Lewis
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