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Jacob Fisher, a former Amish man now working as a graduate student in English, reflects on his journey from hiding books in his barn to teaching literature. His peaceful return to work is interrupted when Detective-Sergeant Lizzie Munro arrives, questioning him about a felony in his hometown. Jacob initially fears for his family’s safety, but the detective reveals his sister, Katie, has been charged with murdering her newborn. Shocked, Jacob insists there must be a mistake, as Katie is deeply committed…-
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TEN
The chapter follows Ellie, a lawyer living with the Fisher family, as she adapts to the Amish way of life while preparing for Katie's trial. Despite her initial unfamiliarity with farming, Ellie throws herself into the labor-intensive tobacco harvest, determined to prove her resilience to Aaron Fisher, Katie's father. The work is physically demanding, but Ellie takes pride in keeping pace with the family, hoping to earn their respect. Meanwhile, the trial preparations take a backseat to the harvest, as…-
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SEVEN
The chapter opens with Katie awakening to Samuel's flashlight beam outside her window. Despite Ellie sleeping nearby, Katie quietly dresses and meets Samuel, who greets her with an unusually forceful kiss. This abrupt intensity unsettles Katie, prompting her to push him away. Samuel apologizes, expressing fear that he is losing her. Their shared history—from childhood mischief to their first kiss—floods Katie's mind as she grapples with the weight of their expected future together, symbolized by the…-
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EIGHT
The chapter opens with Ellie reflecting on her favorite spot at the Fisher farm—the milk room—where she works on her laptop amidst the cool, clean environment. Her solitude is interrupted when Leda, her excommunicated aunt, visits after ten days. Their banter reveals Ellie’s adjustment to farm life, marked by humorous mishaps, while Leda teases her about the stark contrast between her legal career and rural realities. The conversation shifts to Katie’s recent clean bill of health from the doctor,…-
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FOUR
The chapter opens with Ellie, a burned-out lawyer, reluctantly agreeing to serve as Katie Fisher's legal guardian after a tense courtroom scene. Despite her initial hesitation, Ellie finds herself committed to the role, though Katie's resentful gaze makes it clear she doesn't welcome the arrangement. The judge sets bail conditions requiring Ellie to stay with Katie, a decision that shocks Ellie and sets the stage for an uneasy dynamic between the two. Leda, a supportive figure, reassures Ellie while…-
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FIVE
The chapter opens with Aaron and Sarah discussing whether their daughter Katie should attend church on Gemeesunndaag (Sunday). Sarah argues that Katie, who appears unwell and is embroiled in a scandal involving a dead baby and an "Englischer," should stay home to avoid gossip. Aaron insists she must go to maintain appearances and avoid fueling rumors. Their conversation reveals deeper tensions, including Sarah's fear of the Meidung (shunning) if Katie confesses to premarital relations, and a fleeting…-
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SIX
The chapter opens with Ellie humorously admitting her complete lack of sewing skills, setting the stage for her discomfort when Sarah invites her to a quilting session. Despite her reluctance, Ellie recognizes the invitation as a peace offering after the tension from the previous night. Katie reassures Ellie that she doesn’t have to participate, merely observe, and pulls her into the gathering. The scene introduces several Amish women, including Levi’s and Samuel’s mothers, who are engaged in…-
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TWO
The chapter opens with Ellie, a successful Philadelphia defense attorney, haunted by nightmares of six young girls whose abuser she successfully defended. Despite the professional triumph that elevated her career, she grapples with guilt over suppressing evidence that could have convicted her client. Her partner Stephen celebrates her victory, arranging a celebratory dinner and revealing that his prestigious law firm wants to recruit her. However, Ellie's internal conflict surfaces when she breaks down in…-
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THREE
The chapter opens with a chaotic scene as Katie Fisher, a young Amish girl, resists being taken to the hospital by paramedics. Her dress is stained with blood, and her family watches in shock. While her father, Aaron, walks away, her mother, Sarah, reluctantly joins Katie in the ambulance. Lizzie, an observer, notices Samuel's lingering gaze as the ambulance departs, hinting at his emotional connection to Katie. The scene shifts to the hospital, where Katie, disoriented by the unfamiliar environment, is…-
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ONE
The chapter opens with a vivid nightmare of a woman dreaming about her sister Hannah trapped beneath ice, which abruptly transitions to her waking in July to the onset of labor. Disoriented and in pain, she stumbles barefoot into the night, seeking refuge in the barn. Amidst the watchful eyes of the cows, she gives birth alone, severing the umbilical cord with rusty scissors and using baling twine to stem the bleeding. The newborn’s cries prompt her to cradle it, though she resists nursing, praying for…-
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