The Divided Family (11 page)

Millersburg

“I wish we could have accompanied Larry, Arlene, and Scott to the hospital,” Elsie told John as they and their family traveled home by horse and buggy. “I’m anxious to know what they find out and how he’s doing.”

“They said they would call as soon as they know something.” John touched her arm. “I’ll go out to the phone shack and check for messages every couple of hours once we get home.”

Elsie tried to relax, but she had a horrible feeling something might be seriously wrong with her nephew. It was an inner sense she sometimes got when things weren’t as they should be. She hoped she was wrong this time, but she would feel much better once they heard something from Arlene.

“It was nice of your aunt and uncle to stay at Arlene’s with the kinner,” John said.

“Jah. I think Doris and Brian were going to stay awhile longer, too.” She sighed deeply. “I believe Doris is doing a little better emotionally, but her old spark isn’t back yet.”

“It’ll come. It’s only been a month since she lost the boppli.”

“True.”

When they rounded the next bend, Elsie spotted flames shooting into the air. With trembling lips, she let out a gasp. “Ach, John! Our house—it’s on fire!”

Wanda E. Brunstetter

New York Times
bestselling, award-winning author Wanda E. Brunstetter is one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre. Wanda’s ancestors were part of the Anabaptist faith, and her novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Her books are well-read and trusted by many Amish, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the people and their customs. When Wanda visits her Amish friends, she finds herself drawn to their peaceful lifestyle, sincerity, and close family ties. Wanda enjoys photography, ventriloquism, gardening, bird-watching, beachcombing, and spending time with her family. She and her husband, Richard, have been blessed with two grown children, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

To learn more about Wanda, visit her website at
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Jean Brunstetter

Jean Brunstetter became fascinated with the Amish when she first went to Pennsylvania to visit her father-in-law’s family. Since that time, Jean has become friends with several Amish families and enjoys writing about their way of life. She also likes to put some of the simple practices followed by the Amish into her daily routine. Jean lives in Washington State with her husband, Richard Jr., and their three children, but takes every opportunity to visit Amish communities in several states. In addition to writing, Jean enjoys boating, gardening, and spending time on the beach.

The story of The Amish Millionaire concludes with…

The Selfless Act Part 6

In
The Selfless Act,
Joel finally stops running from responsibility for his actions and takes a good long look in the mirror. Seeing how far he has digressed from the man his parents raised, can Joel return to the faith he once held and break the grip money and possessions have had on his life? Will his family and Kristi believe he is able to change after causing them so much pain?

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The Amish Millionaire: Part 1–
The English Son

The Amish Millionaire: Part 2–
The Stubborn Father

The Amish Millionaire: Part 3–
The Betrayed Fiancée

The Amish Millionaire: Part 4–
The Missing Will

The Amish Millionaire: Part 5–
The Divided Family

The Amish Millionaire: Part 6–
The Selfless Act

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The Prairie State Friends Series
The Decision
The Gift
The Restoration

The Half-Stitched Amish Quilting Club
The Tattered Quilt
The Healing Quilt

The Discovery Saga
Goodbye to Yesterday
The Silence of Winter
The Hope of Spring
The Pieces of Summer
A Revelation in Autumn
A Vow for Always

Kentucky Brothers Series
The Journey
The Healing
The Struggle

Brides of Lehigh Canal Series
Kelly’s Chance
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Sarah’s Choice

Indiana Cousins Series
A Cousin’s Promise
A Cousin’s Prayer
A Cousin’s Challenge

Sisters of Holmes County Series
A Sister’s Secret
A Sister’s Test
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Brides of Webster County Series
Going Home
Dear to Me
On Her Own
Allison’s Journey

Daughters of Lancaster County Series
The Storekeeper’s Daughter
The Quilter’s Daughter
The Bishop’s Daughter

Brides of Lancaster County Series
A Merry Heart
Looking for a Miracle
Plain and Fancy
The Hope Chest

The Lopsided Christmas Cake
(with Jean Brunstetter)
Amish White Christmas Pie
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Love Finds a Home
Love Finds a Way
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Double Trouble Series
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Green Fever
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Rachel Yoder—Always Trouble Somewhere 8-Book Series

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Wanda E. Brunstetter’s Amish Friends Cookbook
Wanda E. Brunstetter’s Amish Friends Cookbook Vol. 2
The Best of Amish Friends Cookbook Collection
Wanda E. Brunstetter’s Amish Friends:
Desserts Cookbook
Wanda E. Brunstetter’s Amish Christmas Cookbook
The Simple Life Devotional
A Celebration of the Simple Life Devotional
Portrait of Amish Life–with Richard Brunstetter
Simple Life Perpetual Calendar–with Richard Brunstetter