Ginny and James Rowland have close-knit ties with many Amish families in the small-town of Smickburg, Pennsylvania, but bonds begin to unravel... Ginny's photographer brother, Joseph, comes up from Pittsburgh to capture Amish farm scenes, but instead captures the heart of an Amish woman, Katie Byler. A shunned Amish man finds refuge in the Rowland's Baptist Church. The Bishop discovers his son is dating the Rowland's daughter. When tragedy strikes, will Granny Weaver's knitting circle be able to bring harmony through their love and faith? About the Author: "Karen writes with heart-touching insight and her characters are gripping." Jennifer Hudson Taylor, author Path of Freedom: Quilts of Love Series "Karen has approached the often misunderstood beliefs or the Amish with tact and tenderness." Kathi Macias, award-winning author of 40 novels. Karen shares a century old farmhouse with her husband of 33 years. They're happy empty nesters, their 4 kids having taken the leap into marital bliss. They live a hop, skip and a jump from Smicksburg and visit often, getting fresh inspiration and research so Karen can accurately portray the Amish lifestyle, one she admires To date, Karen has 8 books in print.