Wayne County

As an Amish midwife, Abigail Graber loves bringing babies into the world. But when a difficult delivery takes a devastating turn, Abigail is faced with some hard choices. Despite her best efforts, the young mother dies-but the baby is saved. When a heartless judge confines Abigail to the county jail for her mistakes, her sister Catherine comes to care for her children while Daniel works his fields. Catherine meets Daniel's reclusive cousin, Isaiah, who's deaf and thought to be simple minded by his community. She endeavors to teach him to communicate and discovers he possesses unexpected gifts and talents. While Abigail searches for forgiveness, Catherine changes lives and, in return, finds love, something long elusive in her life. And Isaiah discovers God, who cares nothing about our handicaps or limitations in His sustaining love. An inspirational tale of overcoming grief, maintaining faith, and finding hope in an ever-changing world. About This Series: Fans of superb Amish fiction will welcome the rich and moving stories of The Wayne County series by the bestselling author of A Widow's Hope, Never Far from Home, and The Way to a Man's Heart. Amish midwife Abigail Graber loves bringing babies into the world. But after a difficult birth has a devastating end, she is confined to the county jail pending an investigation. Her younger sister Catherine arrives to help keep the household running, and she discovers an unlooked for opportunity for love. "I started reading it and could not put it down. I really enjoyed it...Keep up the good work Mary." -April Barnett "This is a beautiful story of enduring love, devotion, and faith. It was the kind of story that you couldn't wait for the ending. And then, you find yourself hoping that the story doesn't end! Mary Ellis is a gifted story teller and is now my favorite author." -Donna Taylor "Our Amish neighbors agree...Abigail's New Hope is a great book! Mary's books just keep getting better and better! This story brings home issues and blessings of these women's lives. Here in Ohio's Amish Country, we love Mary's books!" -Carol Lee & Owen Shevlin, innkeepers at Simple Pleasures Bed and Breakfast Mary Ellis is the bestselling author of many books, including A Widow's Hope, An Amish Family Reunion, and Living in Harmony. She and her husband live in central Ohio, where they try to live a simpler style of life. "I love reading these books. I am typically not a reader, but I have read all of Mary's books and I love reading them. I recently moved from Ohio to Texas, and I enjoy reading about places I know and have visited." -Launa Petruccio "Abigail's New Hope provides a fascinating look at the life of an Amish midwife. As always, Mary's writing is easy to read. It's a perfect lazy summer day read. I highly recommend this both enlightening and sweet romantic story." -Marie Lawrie "I started reading it and could not put it down. I really enjoyed it...Keep up the good work Mary." -April Barnett "This is a beautiful story of enduring love, devotion, and faith. It was the kind of story that you couldn't wait for the ending. And then, you find yourself hoping that the story doesn't end! Mary Ellis is a gifted story teller and is now my favorite author." -Donna Taylor "Our Amish neighbors agree...Abigail's New Hope is a great book! Mary's books just keep getting better and better! This story brings home issues and blessings of these women's lives. Here in Ohio's Amish Country, we love Mary's books!" -Carol Lee & Owen Shevlin, innkeepers at Simple Pleasures Bed and Breakfast "Abigail's New Hope provides a fascinating look at the life of an Amish midwife. As always, Mary's writing is easy to read. It's a perfect lazy summer day read. I highly recommend this both enlightening and sweet romantic story." -Marie Lawrie "This is a very well written s

Fans of superb Amish fiction will welcome the rich and moving stories of The Wayne County series by Mary Ellis, the bestselling author of Abigail's New Hope, Never Far from Home, and The Way to a Man's Heart. Meghan Yost is 19, bright, and eager to prove to her father, the bishop, that she's mature enough to teach in the Old Order district. But just when Meghan gains confidence and assurance, a troubled student challenges her authority and a male suitor challenges her patience. Life and love tensions escalate when a string of crimes threaten the Amish community, and handsome FBI agent Thomas Mast arrives to investigate. Is there truth behind Meghan's fear that she's the cause for disruptions in the serene county? And is there true love behind her mixed feelings for Thomas, the outsider? This is a timeless story of personal quests for hope, love, and enduring faith. In Book 2 of the Wayne County series from bestselling author Mary Ellis, Meghan Yost is eager to prove herself as a teacher. But when handsome FBI agent Thomas Mast investigates recent crimes against their Amish community, Meghan questions everything about love, faith, and the true cause of the disruptions.