Twenty-one-year-old Grace Byler longs to find her missing mother and to uncover the secret that drove her to leave them three weeks before. Grace suspects the reason has to do with her father and his reserved, uncommunicative ways. This conviction led Grace to break off her betrothal to her quiet, staid beau, and she is now resigned to remain single. But when the young Amishman she thought was courting her best friend takes a sudden interest in her, Grace is befuddled and wonders if he can be trusted.
"Englisher" Heather Lang has come to Amish country to relive fond memories of her mother and to contemplate a grave medical prognosis of her own. While in Bird-in-Hand, Heather meets Grace Byler and the two young women strike up a fast friendship, amazed by how well they click.
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3.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Lesa Brassette (Grand Junction, CO), January 26, 2010
While I wasn't crazy about "The Secret", this book held my interest better. I felt like this book held its own, apart from the first and regardless of the third. I do look forward to the conclusion and resolution for the Byler family. Oh, and hopefully a little love for Miss Grace.
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Jennifer Ashburn (Warrens, WI), January 21, 2010
I have enjoyed everything I have read from Beverly Lewis. Her portrayal of Amish America is refreshingly accurate.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Mildred Tatum (Bakersfield, CA), December 18, 2009
Was really good reading, can't wait for
the next one in the series, to see what
happens...
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Lauri Gordon (Sharon Springs, NY), November 23, 2009
Again, a wonderful book. Mrs. Lewis has a unique way of looking into people's hearts and souls, even if she has never met them. I have truly been touched by this series, not to mention many of her other books. I look forward to the next book in the story.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Joan Armstrong (Belhaven, NC), November 21, 2009
Wonderful book. Can't wait for the next one to be released. I am wondering if the "Englisher" is Grace Byler's sister? I am anxious to find out. Loved the book.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Theresa Bailey (Starke, FL), November 19, 2009
both books of the series are wonderful. The first was a gift from a friend and I purchase the second and can't wait for the third to come out next April.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Lorrie Ringleman (Imperial, NE), November 13, 2009
I really enjoyed this book - it is well written and interesting. It arrived quickly and in good shape.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Karen Ruwet (Union Bridge, MD), November 01, 2009
Another great book. Couldn't put it down and can hardly wait for the next book, to see the conclusion.
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Author: Beverly Lewis
Submitted: August 07, 2009
Tell us a little about yourself. My maternal grandmother was shunned from her cloistered, Plain community--in Paradise, PA, in Lancaster County, PA. Having heard the stories of her courageous move (toward Christ), I believed the world should hear her story. So I began writing adult fiction loosely based on her life.
What was your motivation behind this project? The amazing courage my grandmother, Ada Buchwalter, exhibited when she accepted Jesus as her Savior and Lord and began dating a ministerial student, whom she eventually married...and whom helped move her away from the Plain community, of which she was entrenched.
What do you hope folks will gain from this project? THE MISSING is Book Two of my most recent series, "Seasons of Grace." I hope my readers will see and feel, through Grace Byler's viewpoint what happens when a family keeps secrets from each other. The havoc it can cause, as well as the redemption that comes with forgiveness.
How were you personally impacted by working on this project? For several years, I've wanted to write this story about an Amish woman who flees her home and community in search of her past--to attempt to make right the wrongs she committed as a teenager. Lettie Byler's continuing story has brought me to an even more powerful knowledge of God's mercy and grace on all our lives!
Who are your influences, sources of inspiration or favorite authors / artists? God's Word is first and foremost for my inspirational reading. A true compass by which to measure one's life. I love, also, anything by Chip Ingram, Tozer, Andrew Murray, and Ogilvie. For my fiction reading pleasure, I enjoy very much: Dale Cramer's book, Levi's Will, and Lynn Austin's historicals, along with general market novelists--Kim Edwards, Elizabeth Strout, Alice Munro, Olive Ann Burns, and all the classic literature.
Anything else you'd like readers / listeners to know: I love hearing from my readers and still attempt to answer hundreds of emails (via my web site) each month. Feel free to comment on my stories--I love your input. And have a delightful rest of the summer!
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