“Two Amish sisters divided by one sister’s impulsive marriage to an outsider.
Hen longs for the Old Ways she left behind….
Rose unsure of her own heart – devoted to the bishop’s rebellious foster son, yet courted by another.”
The Thorn by Beverly Lewis is the first in the Rose Trilogy. The story is a heartwarming romance as well as a heart-wrenching drama. It largely revolves around two sisters Rose and Hen, their family and one decision that has impacted their families and their community.
I loved this book. It has been a long time since I have read a fictional book that I enjoyed this much. The characters are very well-developed as is the story line. In fact, it felt like sitting in the room as the conversations took place and the tension rose and fell. Like many of the other readers of Beverly Lewis’ books I too became very curious about the taboos and the values of the Amish culture. Although they lived in a Plain culture their emotions,values and even decisions were very similar to those of us who have not chosen their way of life.
The story has a very unexpected yet satisfying ending . As I laid down my book and closed it I was pleased that Beverly has made it the first of the trilogy.
I was left with the desire to read more.
Beverly Lewis has written over 80 books for children, youth, and adults, many of which have appeared on bestseller lists, including USA Today and The New York Times. Beverly and her husband, David, live in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc.
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