Broken Roads
June 19th, 2020. Filed under: This & That.
In this insightful memoir, the New York Times bestselling author of Growing Up Amish tries to reconcile his father, family, and heritage after leaving his faith behind.
In Broken Roads, Ira Wagler uses his singular voice to unapologetically, but compassionately, illuminate the inner world of the Amish community through his story of life after leaving, what feels like his inevitable return to his Amish father, and how they might mend the relationship between them before it’s too late.
Through difficult reunions, struggles confronted, and betrayals revisited, Wagler explores burning questions of faith and identity shared by millions, whether Amish or not. Readers may recognize themselves along these paths with Wagler, as he grapples with choices, faith, family, the past, and the future.
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Once again I travel the roads with Ira Wagler. This can be a stand alone read, but it’s better if you read Growing Up Amish first. This is the first road I traveled with Mr. Wagler.
Ira did travel many broken roads, but he got to where he needed to be. This story could only be told by someone with inside knowledge of the Amish community.
Ira is a survivor. I must admit that a few times I was teary eyed while reading this book.
I’m hoping he has another book waiting for him to write it. I’ve enjoyed reading about the roads he has traveled. Thank you, Mr. Wagler.
***Book provided without charge by Canaan of the Hachette Book Group.***
Go here to read more about Mr. Wagler.