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The Orchard

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06 September 2022

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"She realized there was peace right here in the midst of this heavenly sort of place, despite the unpredictable storm churning around her family."    For generations, Ellie Hostetler's family has tended their Lancaster County orchard, a tradition her twin brother, Evan, will someday continue. Yet when Evan's draft number is called...

"She realized there was peace right here in the midst of this heavenly sort of place, despite the unpredictable storm churning around her family."  
  
For generations, Ellie Hostetler's family has tended their Lancaster County orchard, a tradition her twin brother, Evan, will someday continue. Yet when Evan's draft number is called up in the lottery for the Vietnam War, the family is shocked to learn he has not sought conscientious objector status, despite their Old Order Amish belief in non-resistance. The faraway war that has caused so much turmoil and grief among their Englisher neighbors threatens too close to home.  
  
As Evan departs for boot camp, Ellie confides her disappointment to Sol Bontrager, the brother of her best friend and cousin to her new beau, Menno. In contrast to Evan, Sol is a conscientious objector. Despite Ellie's attraction to Menno, she finds herself drawn to Sol's steady presence as they work together in the orchard. Suddenly, it feels as if everything in Ellie's world is shifting, and the plans she held so dear seem increasingly uncertain. Can she and her family find the courage to face a future unlike any they could have imagined?  
  
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**"She realized there was peace right here in the midst of this heavenly sort of place, despite the unpredictable storm churning around her family."**For generations, Ellie Hostetler's family has tended their Lancaster County orchard, a tradition her twin brother, Evan, will someday continue. Yet when Evan's draft number is called up in the lottery for the Vietnam War, the family is shocked to learn he has not sought conscientious objector status, despite their Old Order Amish belief in non-resistance. The faraway war that has caused so much turmoil and grief among their Englisher neighbors threatens too close to home.  
  
As Evan departs for boot camp, Ellie confides her disappointment to Sol Bontrager, the brother of her best friend and cousin to her new beau, Menno. In contrast to Evan, Sol is a conscientious objector. Despite Ellie's attraction to Menno, she finds herself drawn to Sol's steady presence as they work together in the orchard. Suddenly, it feels as if everything in Ellie's world is shifting, and the plans she held so dear seem increasingly uncertain. Can she and her family find the courage to face a future unlike any they could have imagined?

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"She realized there was peace right here in the midst of this heavenly sort of place, despite the unpredictable storm churning around her family."    For generations, Ellie Hostetler's family has tended their Lancaster County orchard, a tradition her twin brother, Evan, will someday continue. Yet when Evan's draft number is called...

"She realized there was peace right here in the midst of this heavenly sort of place, despite the unpredictable storm churning around her family."  
  
For generations, Ellie Hostetler's family has tended their Lancaster County orchard, a tradition her twin brother, Evan, will someday continue. Yet when Evan's draft number is called up in the lottery for the Vietnam War, the family is shocked to learn he has not sought conscientious objector status, despite their Old Order Amish belief in non-resistance. The faraway war that has caused so much turmoil and grief among their Englisher neighbors threatens too close to home.  
  
As Evan departs for boot camp, Ellie confides her disappointment to Sol Bontrager, the brother of her best friend and cousin to her new beau, Menno. In contrast to Evan, Sol is a conscientious objector. Despite Ellie's attraction to Menno, she finds herself drawn to Sol's steady presence as they work together in the orchard. Suddenly, it feels as if everything in Ellie's world is shifting, and the plans she held so dear seem increasingly uncertain. Can she and her family find the courage to face a future unlike any they could have imagined?  
  
-Publisher.

**"She realized there was peace right here in the midst of this heavenly sort of place, despite the unpredictable storm churning around her family."**For generations, Ellie Hostetler's family has tended their Lancaster County orchard, a tradition her twin brother, Evan, will someday continue. Yet when Evan's draft number is called up in the lottery for the Vietnam War, the family is shocked to learn he has not sought conscientious objector status, despite their Old Order Amish belief in non-resistance. The faraway war that has caused so much turmoil and grief among their Englisher neighbors threatens too close to home.  
  
As Evan departs for boot camp, Ellie confides her disappointment to Sol Bontrager, the brother of her best friend and cousin to her new beau, Menno. In contrast to Evan, Sol is a conscientious objector. Despite Ellie's attraction to Menno, she finds herself drawn to Sol's steady presence as they work together in the orchard. Suddenly, it feels as if everything in Ellie's world is shifting, and the plans she held so dear seem increasingly uncertain. Can she and her family find the courage to face a future unlike any they could have imagined?
The Orchard $27.99
Koorong code 611382
ISBN 9780764237539
Pages 336
Publisher Bethany House Publishers
Publication date 06 September 2022
Dimensions 25 x 139 x 215mm
Weight 0.82kg
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    Anonymous
    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    3 years ago
    Not your usual Amish story?

    I enjoyed Beverly Lewis's The Orchard. It revealed an interesting aspect of Amish life not often included in novels - their pacifism, and their need to apply for Conscientious Objector status. It was also interesting to read from numerous points of view, not just the man and the woman who are falling in love. In fact, there was quite a bit going on, with Leah moving away, friends 'swapping' beaus, land being bought, and the Vietnam War being fought. And the author kept time moving along quickly, even though there was plenty of detail (sometimes so much that I skimmed over it). In fact, the novel covered two years, while other Amish novels barely cover two weeks, and sometimes get bogged down with minutia. The characters were well developed, the ending was satisfying, and faith was central to the story - all of which make for a great read, which I recommend.

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    Anonymous
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    3 years ago
    Interesting read

    Having read many of Beverly Lewis' novels I had high expectations regarding this novel. It had a slow start but got there eventually plot wise. I had chosen this book as the plot regarding an amish man becoming a soldier was intriguing. I must admit I was surorised that the perspective taken by Beverly was one sided and it would have been nice to show more compassion to soldiers. It is a good read just different content to her usual amish novels.

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    Anonymous
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    3 years ago
    frustrating

    I was rather frustrated with this novel. It is understandable that the Amish Hostetler family are horrified at Evan's decision to join the Army, however, his decision seems to not be made by teenage rebellion, but a considered, conscience-driven decision based on a sense of duty and honesty. So I really thought that the novel would eventually acknowledge Evan's courage and sacrifice, but from first to last he is treated like the rebellious 'prodigal son' who made a bad decision and would only be reconciled with his family if he acknowledges the error of his ways. Now, I agree that the ethics of war are complex, but this novel seemed insulting to the many brave, Christian soldiers who have sacrificed their safety out of a sense of Christian duty and Godly justice. Otherwise from this, Beverly Lewis is a stunning writer, as always, vividly bringing to life the era and context.