The Bishop’s Daughter

The Bishop’s Daughter by Wanda E. Brunstetter, published by Barbour Publishing in July 2018, is a 290-page work written in English. This novel explores the life of Leona, the daughter of Bishop Jacob Weaver, who teaches in a one-room Amish schoolhouse. Following her father’s tragic accident, Leona grapples with her faith and questions how such events can occur to a devoted servant of God. The arrival of Jimmy Scott, an outsider searching for his family, brings unexpected emotions as he and Leona develop a connection amidst their differing backgrounds.

Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of faith, love, and the complexities of relationships between the Amish and the English. As Leona and Jimmy navigate their feelings for each other, the story unfolds with revelations and miracles that impact the community in Lancaster County. The Bishop’s Daughter is the third installment in the Daughters of Lancaster County series, following The Storekeeper’s Daughter and The Quilter’s Daughter, and continues to explore the intertwining lives of its characters against a backdrop of Christian values and romance.