The Return of Northkill Amish: Rediscovering Our Roots with a Riveting Twist of Fate

It's time to embark on a captivating journey back to our roots, as we dive deep into the fascinating tale of the Northkill Amish. This gripping story encompasses tribulation, courage, and the utmost resilience of a community that has held onto its heritage through generations. Prepare to be swept away by the saga that unfolded in the eighteenth century, and its astonishing return to modern times.

Unraveling the Myth of Northkill Amish

Hidden deep within the annals of Amish history lies a chapter that both baffles and intrigues. The Northkill Amish, a group of German-speaking settlers, were caught in the midst of a merciless massacre during the French and Indian War. Legend has it that only two young boys named Joseph and Christian Hochstetler managed to survive the horrifying attack.

For centuries, the tragic legend resonated through the whispers of the Amish community, until a twist of fate brought forth an exciting revelation. In an astonishing turn of events, their descendants reconnect and uncover their long-lost ancestral past.

The Return (Northkill Amish Book 2)

by J. M. Hochstetler(Kindle Edition)

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
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The Return: Modern-Day Encounter with Yesteryear

As the story of the Northkill Amish resurfaced, it became a tantalizing prospect to trace the footsteps of Joseph and Christian Hochstetler, who escaped the brutality that had befallen their family and fellow settlement in 1757. A group of passionate historians, genealogists, and enthusiasts journeyed into the heart of their heritage to unravel the mysteries and preserve the legacy for future generations.

Traversing miles of beautiful landscapes, they retraced the route that the Hochstetler brothers bravely took to safety. From the untamed wilderness to thriving cities, the journey provided a vivid glimpse of the challenges and triumphs their forefathers experienced during their escape.

A Testament to Resilience and Heritage

The Return of Northkill Amish not only bridges the gap between the past and present but also serves as a powerful testament to the unyielding spirit of the Amish community. Despite enduring unimaginable sufferings and losses, they managed to rebuild their lives and uphold their cherished traditions.

Through extensive interviews with Amish families, the team behind The Return discovered a resounding pride in their ancestry and a determination to pass down the stories of their forefathers who endured hardships but never lost hope. The Northkill Amish's saga has become a living heritage, interwoven with the fabrics of contemporary Amish life.

A Stirring Visual Documentary

The journey to uncover the Northkill Amish story has been captured in a breathtaking full-length documentary. Every moment, every emotion, and every breathtaking scenery have been expertly preserved to bring audiences face-to-face with the riveting tales of the past.

From the heart-wrenching re-enactments of the massacre to triumphant encounters with the descendants of Joseph and Christian Hochstetler, the documentary immerses viewers in the extraordinary journeys, both historical and modern-day.

The Return of Northkill Amish is an awe-inspiring showcase of heritage, resilience, and the unbreakable bond that ties communities together across time and generations.

A Journey Worth Embarking On

The Return of Northkill Amish serves as a timeless reminder of the importance of preserving our heritage and understanding the valor and sacrifices of those who came before us. It invites viewers and readers to reflect on their own roots and ancestral connections that have shaped their identities.

Be prepared to be transported into a world of breathtaking landscapes, heart-stopping narratives, and a quest to reclaim the past. The Return of Northkill Amish is an unmissable experience that will captivate audiences, driving them to celebrate the resilience of humanity and the stories that connect us all.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey back to our origins - join The Return of Northkill Amish today to witness history come alive!

The Return (Northkill Amish Book 2)

by J. M. Hochstetler(Kindle Edition)

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	827 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	287 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE

Named one of Shelf Unbound's 2018 Notable Indie Books and winner of Interviews and Reviews' 2017 Silver Award for Historical Fiction.

Jakob Hochstetler’s refusal to take up arms against the Indians who attacked his Amish family’s home on the Pennsylvania frontier during the brutal raids of the French and Indian War cost the lives of his wife and two of his children. Carried away with his younger sons, Jakob is enslaved by the Seneca, while Joseph and Christian are adopted into different divisions of the Lenape tribe and struggle to adapt to new lives.

Jakob plots a perilous escape in spite of overwhelming odds against succeeding. But even if he can get away, could he survive a harrowing journey over the hundreds of miles of rugged terrain that lie between him and his Northkill community? Does home still exist? Are his older son and daughter, Johannes and Barbara, still alive? Will he ever find his boys and bring them home?

“An absorbing sequel to Northkill, The Return concludes the story of the authors’ Amish ancestors, Jakob, Joseph, and Christian Hochstetler, as each contends with Indian captivity and wrestles with issues of identity, family, and spiritual truth. Skillfully researched detail—both the 18th century Amish world and that of Native America—heart-wrenching emotional journeys, and profoundly rendered themes of grace and God’s sovereignty combine to create a tale I couldn’t read fast enough, yet didn’t want to end.”
—Lori Benton, Christy-award-winning author of Burning Sky,
A Flight of Arrows, and other historical novels

“The Return is frontier fiction at its finest, made all the more remarkable given it is the authors’ own family history. Compelling and heartbreaking yet always full of hope, with enduring spiritual truths woven by master wordsmiths, this story is not only difficult to put down, it has a timeless quality that leaves you pondering for days. Beautiful!”
—Laura Frantz, bestselling author of A Moonbow Night

“The Return is a marvel. With unflinching commitment to history and an artist’s palette of imagery, the authors have offered a rare and important tale that will break your heart and piece it back together again. My life is richer for having experienced this novel.”
—Jocelyn Green, award-winning author of the bestselling The Mark of the King

“The Return continues the agonizing story of capture, exile, enslavement, harrowing escape and reunion of a family torn asunder by war. It captures in terrible and poignant detail the emotional and spiritual tug of war between conflicting loves, loyalties, and beliefs born of the human will to survive. Even more beautifully, The Return reminds us that betwixt and between life’s deepest struggles, there is a divine integrity to reality that transcends our many cultures, creeds, failures and victories. I didn't want this story to end, it is that good. And, for me, a descendent of the family whose story is told here, it hasn't!”
—James Hostetler Brenneman, President, Goshen College

“I was delighted to read The Return, a wonderful and enthralling story that continues the saga of Northkill about a family that could be yours or mine. Distant cousins J. M. Hochstetler and Bob Hostetler bring to life the tale of their common ancestor, Jakob Hochstetler, and how he and his sons braved Indian captivity and later returned to their own people to forge new lives in their Christian communities. I admire and appreciate that no blame is cast or bitterness is held against their Native American captors. The importance of such stories cannot be underestimated. We all need to know the past so we can make a better future.”
—Louise M. Gouge, author of A Family for the Rancher