The Brethren "Annie's People"

Annie Zook, the Amish preacher's daughter, is caught between two worlds. Living with shunned friend Esther, Annie longs to return to her forbidden art and the idyllic days spent with Englisher Ben Martin, before her father ordered her never to see him again.
 

Stunned when family secrets come to light, Ben determines to solve the mystery of his past. Will his future include Annie--or will the Brethren always stand between them?

Winner of the 2007 Christy Award
for Contemporary Fiction Series, Sequels, and Novellas
A New York Times Bestseller
A CBA Bestseller

Reviews
Lewis's fitting conclusion to her trilogy (after The Preacher's Daughter and The Englisher) skillfully finishes the story of an Amish girl torn between her family's way of life and her artistic dreams. Annie Zook has been wrestling with the decision of whether to commit her life to the church even though it would mean giving up her art for good. Also complicating her life is Ben Martin, the non-Amish boy she fell in love with but sent away. Ben's own life and identity are tested when he learns a secret that his parents have kept from him for his entire life. Anyone who savors Amish fiction will treasure this fine series. The author has a solid grasp of Amish life and is a great storyteller. Highly recommended. Lewis makes her home in Colorado." --Library Journal
 

"As a sequel, this book is top notch and really continues the story and creates a fitting climax.... The Brethren is a calming read whether you read just it or the entire series." --Lori Graham, onceuponaromance.net

"In The Brethren, Beverly Lewis brings a compelling story of life in the Amish community. Lewis shows their religion and strong faith, as well as, their struggles with God and family. Readers will feel a part of the society and find characters and situations that will resonate with their own lives and experience. The Brethren draws readers into a complex world where tradition and faith are a way of life. Lewis brings to the forefront the roll of faith in everyday society and decisions that each character makes as they choose their path in life." --Tracy Zappala, romancedesigns.com

"Beverly Lewis continues to give her readers what they have found irresistible in her previous best-selling books.... If you've read the other two book in this series, The Preacher's Daughter and The Englisher, you'll not want to miss this conclusion to the story. If you haven't read any Beverly Lewis before, this book is certainly representative of her popular storytelling style..." -Violet Nesdoly, blogcritics.org

"Those who read all three books in their proper order will be rewarded with a satisfying experience. Every loose end is tied up, the characters grow from their experiences, and goodness prevails." --Corinne H. Smith, rambles.net