The River by Beverly Lewis

She looked once more at the dreaded river. Since Anna's death, it had been such a barrier . . . a place and a moment she could not seem to move past.
           
A line I can't move beyond...
The River

Tilly and Ruth, two formerly Amish sisters, are plagued by unresolved relationships when they reluctantly return to Lancaster County for their parents' landmark wedding anniversary. Since departing their Plain upbringing, Tilly has married an Englisher, but Ruth remains single and hasn't entirely forgotten her failed courtship with her Amish beau.

Past meets present as Tilly and Ruth yearn for acceptance and redemption. Can they face the future in the light of a past they can't undo?

The River, by Beverly Lewis is about two sisters, Tilly and Ruthie who have left the Amish faith,first Tilly, then Ruthie. Tilly and her dad always had a strained relationship, never getting along. Ruthie, younger than her sister followed suit as soon as she was able too. Neither joined their church and both living in the English world. Tilly blames herself for her sister Anna that died when she was a young child in the river. Ruthie left with a broken heart.. This is the story of secrets, forgiving, and a loving relationship with God. How life changes and feelings are soothed when we submit to God’s will, not our own. Beverly Lewis’ books never disappoint. I love the way she develops her characters and story lines.

Disclaimer: I received this book for free from Bethany House in exchange for an honest review.