Johanna Ilg has lived her entire life in Main Amana, one of the
seven villages inhabited by devout Christians who believe in
cooperative living, a simple lifestyle, and faithful service to
God. Although she's always longed to see the outside world, Johanna
believes her future is rooted in the community. But when she learns
a troubling secret, the world she thought she knew is shattered and
she is forced to make difficult choices about a new life and the
man she left behind.
Berta Schumacher has lived a privileged life in Chicago, and when
her parents decide they want a simpler life in Amana, Iowa, she
resists. Under the strictures of the Amana villages, Berta's
rebellion reaches new heights. Will her heart ever be content among
the plain people of Amana?
Johanna Ilg has lived her entire life in Main Amana, one of the
seven villages settled by devout Christians who believe in
cooperative living, a simple lifestyle, and faithful service to
God. Although she's always longed to see the outside world, Johanna
believes her future is rooted in Amana. But when she learns a
troubling secret, the world she thought she knew is shattered. Is
this truly where she belongs?
Berta Schumacher has lived a privileged life in Chicago, so when
her parents decide they want a simpler life in Amana, Iowa, she
resists. Under the strictures of the Amana villages, her rebellion
reaches new heights. Will her heart ever be content among the plain
people of Amana?
Judith Miller is an award-winning author whose avid research and love for history are reflected in her bestselling novels. When time permits, Judy enjoys traveling, visiting historical settings, and scrapbooking the photographs from her travel expeditions. She makes her home in Topeka, Kansas.