Anna Metzger is at her wits end with her abusive and controlling boyfriend. She found out that he is stealing from his campaign funds, and she knows that it is now or never to break free from him. Since he has charmed her parents and his political connections are far reaching, she has few places to run. The only safe place she can think of is the Brenneman Bed and Breakfast in the middle of Amish country. She only hopes that Katie and her family will offer her the sanctuary that she needs when she shows up at their door. Anna puts in a lot of hard work helping with the bed and breakfast, and she starts to feel more at home. The simple living agrees with her, and Anna spends a lot of time contemplating her situation, her current arrangements, and her future. How long can she hide from the outside world before it catches up with her? How can she ever go back to that chaos after finding true peace and possibly love in Amish country?

Henry Brenneman is Amish through and through. Even through his running around years, he never did much in the English world as it did not appeal to him. He does not like his family's decision to let Anna stay since she is possibly bringing trouble for his family. He is determined to keep her at arm's length; however, the more she involves herself in his world, the more he hopes that she could stay in it. He does not want to care for her as he has already lost one love to the English, and Anna already belongs to the English world. He cannot ask her for any type of promise since she is not Amish. Why does his heart always seem to set him up for heartbreak? Is there any possible way for them to find happiness together?

Shelley Shepard Gray brings a dazzling new voice to inspirational romance. She has penned a wonderful debut novel that challenges us to find God's will for our lives. For Anna, she had to get away from the chaotic life that she was living to realize how selfish and shallow she was being. Henry needs a little reminder that God is in control, and he needs to let Him direct all things. Ms. Gray deeply entrenches the reader in Amish country, and her writing allows us to experience their simple way of life. HIDDEN is a heartwarming romance that gently reminds us that even in the midst of life's storms, God never abandons us and He is waiting for us to reach out to Him. This is an excellent first novel, and I will be anticipating Ms. Gray's next offering in this fabulous series.

Book Summary

When Anna decides it's time to leave her abusive boyfriend, she doesn't know where to turn. Rob has completely won over her parents, and the entire community, with his good looks and smooth charm. Only Anna has seen his dark side.

Desperate, she runs to the only place she's ever felt completely safe—the Amish Brenneman Bed and Breakfast, where Anna met life-long friend Katie Brenneman. The family welcomes her in, and with few questions asked allows her to stay, dressed in Plain clothing, and help around the inn.

Katie's older brother Henry is the only one who doesn't take too kindly to the intrusion. He tries to ignore Anna, knowing no good would ever come from caring for an Englisher like her. But as he gets to know Anna, he discovers her good heart and is surprised with her readiness to accept their lifestyle.

The more time Anna spends with the Amish, the more she feels she's found a true home. But how can she deny the life she left behind? And will her chance for happiness be stolen away by the man from her past?