Heritage of Lancaster County

Beverly Lewis

A hidden heirloom in an Amish attic sparks a quest for truth that could unravel a young woman's life. On the eve of her wedding, Katie Lapp uncovers a satin infant gown, a relic that hints at a secret her devout parents have long concealed. As the truth begins to surface, Katie faces a devastating revelation that challenges her faith, her family, and the very community she calls home. This discovery forces her to confront a past that may redefine her future and question everything she thought she knew about her identity.

Beverly Lewis

In this poignant tale, a young Amish woman named Katie Lapp finds herself cast out from her community and venturing into the unfamiliar outside world. Driven by a deep need to connect with her past, she embarks on a journey to find her birth mother, a wealthy woman facing her final days. As Katie seeks solace and answers, a web of deception unfolds, involving a desperate scheme to exploit her mother's impending death. This story explores themes of identity, family secrets, and the enduring power of faith and love amidst betrayal.

Beverly Lewis

In the moving conclusion to a beloved Amish trilogy, Katie returns to the world she once left behind and finds herself drawn again to Daniel Fisher. As wedding plans take shape, her love of music brings her into conflict with the strict expectations of her Amish community, forcing her to confront the cost of following her conscience. Set amid the traditions, faith, and close-knit relationships of Pennsylvania Dutch country, the novel explores identity, forgiveness, sacrifice, and the search for a deeper relationship with God. With gentle, emotionally resonant storytelling, it brings Katie’s journey toward peace with her past and her place in the world to a satisfying close.

Beverly Lewis

Returning to Lancaster County, journalist Philip Bradley is haunted by memories of a soft-spoken Amish widow and drawn into a deeply personal quest to find help for her blind daughter. As he investigates the possibility of restoring the girl’s sight, he encounters a family confronting grief, painful memories, and the boundaries between Amish tradition and the outside world. Their journey challenges assumptions about faith, love, healing, and the choices made at life’s defining crossroads.