The covenant unveils the layers of deeply rooted amish tradition as seen through the eyes of leah and sadie ebersol, two courtingage sisters. A former schoolteacher, bev is a member of the national league of american pen women the pikes peak branch and the society of childrens. Author beverly lewis five book bundle of the abrams daughters series without box includes. You have to read the covenant to truly understand this one. Published by user, 16 years ago the covenant is the tale of abram and ida ebersol two oldest daughters, sadie and leah, during their rumschpringe. She started playing the piano at age four, and began writing short stories and poetry when she was nine years old. Domestic fiction young women sisters amish women pennsylvania. Set against the backdrop of postworld war ii, this compelling saga spans three generations of a lancaster county amish family. The brethren won a 2007 christy award for excellence in christian fiction. The covenant, set in rural pennsylvania, paints a detailed portrait of amish traditions.
The covenant centers primarily on the two oldest sisters of the ebersol family as they enter the courting process and decide if they will kneel for baptism in the church or pursue a life outside. Beverly lewis is an american author of christian fiction and childrens books. Each character becomes more crucial to the plot and youll begin to truly love or hate them. Beverly lewis, one of the topselling inspirational writers in the world, has received widespread praise.
This is inspired by her affiliation to the assemblies of god community where she attended church while growing up and still does. Books by beverly lewis authors like beverly lewis what. The covenant the betrayalthe sacrificethe prodigal the. Following such best sellers as the shunning and the postcard, beverly lewiss explosive new novel, the covenant, unveils the layers of deeply rooted amish tradition as seen through the eyes of leah and sadie ebersol, two courtingage sisters. Lewis is a part of the assemblies of god community. Years of secrecy bind the tiny community of gobblers knob together more than the.
The amish community of gobblers knob holds everything leah has ever desired until a pact with her older sister, lured by the outside world, leaves her clinging to gods promises. They are great to read to your kids or to have younger kids 8 to 9 year olds read them alone. The covenant the betrayal the sacrifice the prodigal the revelation. The covenant book by beverly lewis 7 available editions. For pure charm of the amish lifestyle, beverly lewis has written an engaging book that delves into the beliefs and traditions of the plain folk. Her stories have been published in 12 languages and have regularly appeared on numerous bestseller lists, including the new york times and usa. The covenant begins a powerful lancaster portrait of the power of family and the miracle of hope. The covenant, set in rural pennsylvania, paints a detailed portrait of amish trad. Years of secrecy bind the tiny community of gobblers knob together more than the present inhabitants know, and the plain folk who farm the land rarely interact with the fancy locals. Beverly lewis was born in the heart of pennsylvania dutch country. This is the sort of book that although is about the amish, its almost like a soap opera in the way of all the unexpected twists and turns. Many of lewiss books reflect life as per the anabaptist heritage and amish, the old church order. Click to read more about the covenant by beverly lewis.
The covenant by beverly lewis, 9780764210860, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The plot focuses mostly on the two eldest daughters, sadie and leah. Inspirational novelist lewis begins abrams daughters, a lancaster county series about four amish sisters, in the tradition of her previous novels. Book one, the covenant, unveils the layers of deeply rooted amish tradition as seen through the eyes of leah and sadie ebersol, the two oldest. This story takes us to the heart of amish country and into the home of abram and. Buy the covenant by beverly lewis online at alibris. Official website of new york times bestselling author beverly lewis. A former schoolteacher, bev is a member of the national league of american pen women the pikes peak branch and the society of childrens book writers and illustrators. Abrams daughters introduces readers to an old order family, a closeknit community and a devout people whose way of life and faith in god is as timeless as their signature horse and buggy. Your heart will ache with the betrayal that takes place. Mrs lewis has most of her writings in the form of book series. See more ideas about beverly lewis, amish books and bestselling author. The covenant audiobook by beverly lewis 9781436144483. Beverly lewis new york times bestselling author books.
Book 1 of abrams daughters series from bestselling author beverly lewis. The covenant has 7 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Author bio beverly lewis was born in the heart of pennsylvania dutch country. Inspirational novelist lewis begins abrams daughters, a lancaster county series about four amish sisters, in the tradition of her previous. The covenant by beverly lewis audiobook download christian. The covenant by beverly lewis overview a new look for the covenant abrams daughters is the powerful saga of four sisters, their family and community, whose way of life and faith in god are as enduring as their signature horse and buggy. She fondly recalls her growingup years, and due to a keen interest in her mothers plain family heritage, many of beverly s books are set in lancaster county. Beverly marie lewis nee jones is a christian fiction novelist and adult and childrens author of over 100 books lewis is a former schoolteacher and musician. Beverly and her husband, david, live in colorado, where they enjoy hiking, biking, making music, and spending time with their family. This book was released in the year 2002 by the bethany house publication. Based on the novel by new york times bestselling author beverly lewis, the confession is the continuing story of katie lapp, a young amish woman who goes on a journey in search of her identity only to find herself embroiled in a mystery that must be solved before. Listen to the covenant by beverly lewis available from rakuten kobo. Abrams daughters series beverly lewis new york times. Her stories have been published in 11 languages and have regularly appeared on numerous bestseller lists, including the new york times and usa today.
As two sisters reach courting age, their thoughts reflect the promises life holds. The amish community of gobblers knob holds everything leah ebersol has ever desired until a pact with her sister sadie, lured by the outside world, leaves leah clinging to gods promises. The first book is well written and has you wanting more. Set in the lancaster county, pa dutch country area, the novel is the first in a series about four amish sisters abrams daughters. Books by beverly lewis authors like beverly lewis what should i read next register for free to build your own book lists. Beverly lewis does an excellent job of telling the story of this family. Beverly lewis, born in the heart of pennsylvania dutch country, has more than 17 million books in print.
See more ideas about beverly lewis, amish books and my books. This is the 17th book in the culdesac kids series by beverly lewis about a group of kids who have there own little club. Beverly lewis, one of the topselling inspirational writers in the world, has received widespread praise and several silver angel awards for her moving, inspirational works. As two sisters reach courting age, their thoughts reflect the promises life holds out to them, and the decisions that will govern their paths. Lewis noteworthy list books, and both the postcard and annikas secret wish have received silver angel awards.
Following such bestsellers as the shunning and the postcard, beverly lewis s explosive new novel, the covenant, unveils the layers of deeply rooted amish tradition as seen through the eyes of leah and sadie ebersol, two courtingage sisters. The covenant focuses mainly on the two older girls, sadie and leah. The covenant, unveils the layers of deeply rooted amish tradition as seen through the eyes of leah and sadie ebersol, the two oldest, courtingage sisters. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
All the books are wonderfully written by author beverly and have succeeded in catching the eyes of a large number of readers throughout the world. I appreciate how they are biblically based and teach a lesson whi. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. The debut novel of the abrams daughters series written by author beverly lewis is entitled the covenant. She fondly recalls her growingup years, and due to a keen interest in her mothers plain family heritage, many of beverlys books are set in lancaster county. A list of all beverly lewiss series in reading order. The covenant 9781417666126 by beverly lewis and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Directed by michael landon jr with katie leclerc, sherry stringfield, adrian paul, steve boles.
Beverly lewis books list of books by author beverly lewis. A new look for the covenantabrams daughters is the powerful saga of four sisters, their family and community, whose way of life and faith in god are as enduring as. Abrams daughters, book 1 beverly lewis bethany house paperback 336 pages september 2002. She is a member of the national league of american pen women. The covenant is book one in the abrams daughters series by beverly lewis. The covenant abrams daughters, book 1 by beverly lewis. Buy a cheap copy of the covenant book by beverly lewis.
Dec 17, 2008 if i hadnt had read this book and read the rest of beverly lewis books, than i never would have bugged my family to visit the amish country and than we never would have gone there on vacation this fall. She carries you into the following books with a good update without boring you with chapter after chapter of things you already read like a lot of series writers have a tendency to do. This story takes us to the heart of amish country and into the home of abram and ida ebersol, the parents of four daughters. Covenant, the ebook 9781585586844 by beverly lewis. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. The covenantthe betrayalthe sacrificethe prodigalthe. A new look for the covenantabrams daughters is the powerful saga of four sisters, their family and.
Before she became an author, lewis was a schoolteacher and musician. The covenant is my first beverly lewis novel, and i have to say that i enjoyed it immensely. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. See all books authored by beverly lewis, including the telling, and the fiddler, and more on.
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