The Wish

By: Beverly M. Lewis

Narrated by: Christina Moore, Stina Nielsen

Length: 8 hrs and 13 mins

Publisher's summary

Leona lost her best friend the day Gloria's family was expelled from the Amish church. When she receives an unexpected letter from Gloria, Leona makes up her mind go after her friend. To the alarm of her fiancé, a deacon's son, she sets out on a mission to persuade Gloria to return to the Amish church. Will Leona's dearest wish lead to her own undoing?

A compelling story of friendship from the top author in Amish fiction, Leona Speicher got the "sister" she'd always dreamed of the day Gloria Gingerich and her family moved to Lancaster County Amish farmland. The Arkansas newcomers seem to be everything a devout Plain family should be, and Leona can't help comparing Gloria's engaging young parents to her own. Leona's cousin shows a romantic interest in Gloria around the same time as Gloria's older brother expresses his fondness for Leona - it seems likely the two young women will marry into each other's families, remaining close friends for life.

Thus, Leona is shocked when the Gingeriches suddenly pack up and disappear after being expelled from the church for reasons no one will discuss. Despite Leona's pleas, Gloria goes with them, leaving more than one broken heart behind. When Gloria unexpectedly contacts Leona after a silence of several years, Leona makes up her mind to persuade her friend to return to Lancaster County and the Amish ways. Leona's fiancé, the deacon's son, is alarmed when Leona decides to go after Gloria. Will Leona's dearest wish lead to her own undoing?

©2016 Beverly M. Lewis, Inc. (P)2016 Recorded Books

Beverly Lewis Strikes Again!

Another wonderful Love story from Beverly, that brings together 3 young folk, 2 being best friends, separated through an ill timed move away, by a uppidy father, too good to follow Amish Ordinum guidelines.
FAITH prevails through friendship and distance...

Very Inspirational

Nice read. I've read Beverly Lewis for decades & she never disappoints. I recommend to anyone who enjoys her writings about the simple life

Wonderful story filled with hope and love

I loved this book. It brought out the meaning of true friendship, family and faith in the Lord. It also showed unconditional love for one another and forgiveness. I highly recommend it.

Pleasant as always

I always find these books about the Amish, their struggles, trials and triumphants to be uplifting

Usual great writing by Beverly Lewis

As usual Beverly Lewis shares truth and love. I love reading her uplifting books!

Very nice book!

I love taking walks, or running errands in my car and listening to Audible books. I have been listening to The Wish and have enjoyed this book very much. The author writes interesting Amish fiction stories and this was another good book of two friends separated due to a father who has issues with his church leaders and feels the need to move away. The story seems like a plausible event that could certainly happen to Amish people as they deal with the issues of the Ordnung.
I liked the story and am glad that I was able to read this book.

The Wish

Lovely story.
One of the many concepts in the story was the following:
Bishop stated - you haven’t counted the cost.
Helped Gloria to understand what she needed to fully commit to go thru baptism class.

For a Beverly Lewis book I struggled to listen to all of it

First of all , excellent narration. The story was just so bland and boring. The pace remained the same throughout. The last 5 minutes gave a no surprise ending. This was such a disappointment for a Beverly Lewis book. All in all … one big yawn.

Not the best of Beverly but still a good story..

It seemed a bit slow getting going and the ending is predictable. Nice though. A sequel might help...

Not worth money/credit

I have read many books in this genre. Hundreds sit in my library as I type this. I am one who never desires to leave bad reviews. Especially of any type of art form, such as literature. This time will have to be an exception. I would rather get a root canal than read this story again. I would rather have a systemic infection than have it read to me. I am a fan of Beverly Lewis. I always have been from the start. The only thing positive I can say of this book, is I am glad it is over. Do not waste money/ credits on this drawn out tripe.