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Blood of the Prodigal : An Amish Country Mystery by P. L. Gaus (1999, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherOhio University Press
ISBN-100821412760
ISBN-139780821412763
eBay Product ID (ePID)522916
Product Key Features
Book TitleBlood of the Prodigal : an Amish Country Mystery
Number of Pages236 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicAmish & Mennonite, Mystery & Detective / General
Publication Year1999
GenreFiction
AuthorP. L. Gaus
Book SeriesAmish Country Mysteries Ser.
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight23.5 Oz
Item Length9.8 in
Item Width5.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN98-045883
Reviews"The charm of Gaus's first novel lies in its gently penetrating portrait of conflicts within the deceptively quiet contemporary Amish community." — Kirkus Reviews, No one who enjoys a fresh approach to the mystery novel, plus an insider's look at Ohio's Old Order Amish culture, should miss Blood of the Prodigal . P. L. Gaus gives us a kind, gentle, and intriguing look at crime inside Ohio's famous Ami|9780821412763|, "The charm of Gaus's first novel lies in its gently penetrating portrait of conflicts within the deceptively quiet contemporary Amish community."-- Kirkus Reviews, "The charm of Gaus's first novel lies in its gently penetrating portrait of conflicts within the deceptively quiet contemporary Amish community." -- Kirkus Reviews, "Gaus writes with authority and warmth about the mysterious Amish. This well-written, insightful first novel bodes well for Gaus' planned Professor Branden series."-- Booklist, "Gaus brings a refreshing authenticity to his unusual setting and characters. There are no wisecracking gumshoes here, but instead believable characters whose faith is explored with respect. Anyone who enjoyed the film Witness should take to this fine mystery debut."-- Publishers Weekly, "The Amish setting is as strange and intriguing as that of any foreign country, and the strong-willed characters challenge the reader's prejudices and values. This novel, the first in a series, opens the door for further exploration of the nature of these characters and their culture."--Wendy Foster Leigh, The King's English, Salt Lake City, The Amish setting is as strange and intriguing as that of any foreign country, and the strong-willed characters challenge the reader's prejudices and values. This novel, the first in a series, opens the door for further exploration of the nature of these characters and their culture." — Wendy Foster Leigh, The King's English, Salt Lake City, "This story is written in the tradition of Tony Hillerman: Gaus presents a deeper understanding of an American subculture and why--though it interacts with mainstream American society--it stubbornly chooses to remain separate and follow its own unique doctrines. Enthusiasts of mysteries, American sub-cultures, or those interested in learning more about Amish ways will find much to glean from Gaus' work." -- ForeWord, "This story is written in the tradition of Tony Hillerman: Gaus presents a deeper understanding of an American subculture and why--though it interacts with mainstream American society--it stubbornly chooses to remain separate and follow its own unique doctrines. Enthusiasts of mysteries, American sub-cultures, or those interested in learning more about Amish ways will find much to glean from Gaus' work." -- ForeWord, "No one who enjoys a fresh approach to the mystery novel, plus an insider's look at Ohio's Old Order Amish culture, should miss Blood of the Prodigal . P. L. Gaus gives us a kind, gentle, and intriguing look at crime inside Ohio's famous Amish colony." -- Tony Hillerman, "No one who enjoys a fresh approach to the mystery novel, plus an insider's look at Ohio's Old Order Amish culture, should miss Blood of the Prodigal . P. L. Gaus gives us a kind, gentle, and intriguing look at crime inside Ohio's famous Amish colony." — Tony Hillerman, "Gaus writes with authority and warmth about the mysterious Amish. This well-written, insightful first novel bodes well for Gaus' planned Professor Branden series." -- Booklist, "No one who enjoys a fresh approach to the mystery novel, plus an insider's look at Ohio's Old Order Amish culture, should miss Blood of the Prodigal . P. L. Gaus gives us a kind, gentle, and intriguing look at crime inside Ohio's famous Amish colony."--Tony Hillerman, "The Amish setting is as strange and intriguing as that of any foreign country, and the strong-willed characters challenge the reader's prejudices and values. This novel, the first in a series, opens the door for further exploration of the nature of these characters and their culture." -- Wendy Foster Leigh, The King's English, Salt Lake City, "Gaus writes with authority and warmth about the mysterious Amish. This well-written, insightful first novel bodes well for Gaus' planned Professor Branden series." — Booklist, "Gaus writes with authority and warmth about the mysterious Amish.... This well-written, insightful first novel bodes well for Gaus' planned Professor Branden series."-- Booklist, "This story is written in the tradition of Tony Hillerman: Gaus presents a deeper understanding of an American subculture and why--though it interacts with mainstream American society--it stubbornly chooses to remain separate and follow its own unique doctrines. Enthusiasts of mysteries, American sub-cultures, or those interested in learning more about Amish ways will find much to glean from Gaus' work."-- ForeWord, "This story is written in the tradition of Tony Hillerman: Gaus presents a deeper understanding of an American subculture and why—though it interacts with mainstream American society—it stubbornly chooses to remain separate and follow its own unique doctrines. Enthusiasts of mysteries, American sub-cultures, or those interested in learning more about Amish ways will find much to glean from Gaus' work." — ForeWord
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal813.6
SynopsisP. L. Gaus's Blood of the Prodigal, a mystery in the tradition of Tony Hillerman, is back in a new edition, including an exclusive interview with the author, discussion questions for reading groups, and a detailed map and driving guide to Holmes County, Ohio, with everything one needs to visit the iconic scenes depicted in the story. In Holmes County, Ohio--home to the largest Amish and Mennonite settlements in the world--mystery and foreboding lurk in the quiet Old Order Amish community led by Bishop Eli Miller.With the help of the peaceful pastor Cal Troyer and the reckless Sheriff Bruce Robertson, Branden plunges headlong into the closed culture to unravel the mystery of the missing child and uncover truths many would prefer to leave undisturbed., P. L. Gaus's Blood of the Prodigal , a mystery in the tradition of Tony Hillerman, is back in a new edition, including an exclusive interview with the author, discussion questions for reading groups, and a detailed map and driving guide to Holmes County, Ohio, with everything one needs to visit the iconic scenes depicted in the story. In Holmes County, Ohio--home to the largest Amish and Mennonite settlements in the world--mystery and foreboding lurk in the quiet Old Order Amish community led by Bishop Eli Miller. P>The illusion of peace is shattered one early morning when a young Amish boy goes missing--abducted from his home and from Bishop Miller's care. At first, the bishop suspects the child's father, who was exiled from the Old Order ten years ago, but a murder soon casts doubt on the bishop's theory. With a strong distrust of law enforcement and the modern "English" ways, the bishop must put his faith in an unlikely partnership with Professor Michael Branden before it's too late. With the help of the peaceful pastor Cal Troyer and the reckless Sheriff Bruce Robertson, Branden plunges headlong into the closed culture to unravel the mystery of the missing child and uncover truths many would prefer to leave undisturbed., P. L. Gaus's Blood of the Prodigal, a mystery in the tradition of Tony Hillerman, is back in a new edition, including an exclusive interview with the author, discussion questions for reading groups, and a detailed map and driving guide to Holmes County, Ohio, with everything one needs to visit the iconic scenes depicted in the story. In Holmes County, Ohio--home to the largest Amish and Mennonite settlements in the world--mystery and foreboding lurk in the quiet Old Order Amish community led by Bishop Eli Miller.The illusion of peace is shattered one early morning when a young Amish boy goes missing--abducted from his home and from Bishop Miller's care. At first, the bishop suspects the child's father, who was exiled from the Old Order ten years ago, but a murder soon casts doubt on the bishop's theory. With a strong distrust of law enforcement and the modern "English" ways, the bishop must put his faith in an unlikely partnership with Professor Michael Branden before it's too late. With the help of the peaceful pastor Cal Troyer and the reckless Sheriff Bruce Robertson, Branden plunges headlong into the closed culture to unravel the mystery of the missing child and uncover truths many would prefer to leave undisturbed., Mystery and foreboding lurk in a quiet Old Order Amish community when a young boy goes missing one early morning without a trace. With a strong distrust of law enforcement and the modern "English" ways, the bishop must put his faith in an unlikely partnership. Will he find the boy before it's too late?
LC Classification NumberPS3557.A9517B58 1999
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- Aug 31, 2020
Blood of the Prodigal...pretty well says it all.
First purchase ever by this author. I found his writing to be excellent, suspenseful, interesting ...If YOU really enjoy a intersting, murder mystery you should read this one. I usually only read inspirational, Amish novels, and find that I did not enjoy this story line so much. I found it rather hard emotionally as I really did like some of the characters! I have purchased a couple more by this author, so I will read....but have decided that murder mysteries are just not my thing....at no fault to the author, or, the well written story! These days (2020) are stressful enough with the pandemic and all of the other bizarre things happening.... I will go back to my "FEEL GOOD" Amish novels by many authors and story lines that make me smile!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
