Forgiven by Shelley Shepard Gray

Amish Winnie Lundy is severely injured during a barn fire. During her hospitalization she is visited by Englisher Samuel Miller, a childhood friend. Their friendship is renewed and Winnie discovers she cares for Samuel but fears her dream of marriage to him will never be because she will not leave her church. Samuel, raised by Amish parents, has chosen to further his education and teaches at a university close by. He knows he is attracted to Winnie but can't seem to decide if he can give up all the advantages of living as an Englisher. We also read of the struggles of Winnie's brother, Jonathan, who seeks revenge on the individual who possibly set fire to his barn. Of course in a community founded on grace and forgiveness, Jonathan isn't getting much sympathy. Another interesting story of Amish life. Sandy Penton