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The Foster Child's Heart
(2024)(The third book in the Zook Family Foster series)
A novel by Mary Lantz
Two hearts on a quest for belonging: In a world where tradition clashes with turmoil, can young love bridge the divide?Rayquan Jackson, a foster child burdened by a troubled past, discovers an unexpected sanctuary with the Zook family. Aspiring to become a true Amish man and capture the heart of Lizzie Ebersole, Rayquan confronts the inner demons of his harsh history.
Lizzie Ebersole shines as a beacon of hope for Rayquan, even in his darkest moments. When Rayquan learns of his mother's death, his behavior worsens—acting out at school and violating the Ordnung. Lizzie steadfastly supports him, believing in his inherent goodness.
However, as Rayquan strives to better himself, his world is shaken by Jerome Williams, a man newly released from prison, who claims to be his father. Faced with this revelation, Rayquan's life spirals, leading him to make a desperate decision that plunges the community into chaos. Amidst this turmoil, Rayquan battles to discover his true identity, while Lizzie faces a harrowing choice: support Rayquan's decision and potentially lose him forever, or betray her friend and risk his trust.
Will Rayquan's faith in God guide him to be the man he needs to be for Lizzie, or will the shadows of his past overwhelm their budding love? Find out in this clean Amish romance from Mary Lantz.
Genre: Inspirational
Lizzie Ebersole shines as a beacon of hope for Rayquan, even in his darkest moments. When Rayquan learns of his mother's death, his behavior worsens—acting out at school and violating the Ordnung. Lizzie steadfastly supports him, believing in his inherent goodness.
However, as Rayquan strives to better himself, his world is shaken by Jerome Williams, a man newly released from prison, who claims to be his father. Faced with this revelation, Rayquan's life spirals, leading him to make a desperate decision that plunges the community into chaos. Amidst this turmoil, Rayquan battles to discover his true identity, while Lizzie faces a harrowing choice: support Rayquan's decision and potentially lose him forever, or betray her friend and risk his trust.
Will Rayquan's faith in God guide him to be the man he needs to be for Lizzie, or will the shadows of his past overwhelm their budding love? Find out in this clean Amish romance from Mary Lantz.
Genre: Inspirational
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