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The shepherd Carl King, expelled from his Amish village, has long abandoned hopes of family. When Lizzie Barkman, a newcomer looking for a fresh beginning, arrives at his farm, she sees in Carl the man she once imagined. Lizzie is drawn to his kindness and deep respect for Amish traditions, yet Carl’s status as a banned member complicates their connection. Together they face obstacles that test loyalty, faith, and the possibility of a second chance for both the family and the community.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Christian Fiction/Christian Romance
Authors: Patricia Davids
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