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Bishop’s Family Books in Order

3 Books
2015 – 2016 Published
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01
The Imposter
The Imposter
2015
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02
The Quieting
The Quieting
2016
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03
The Devoted
The Devoted
2016
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How to Read The Bishop’s Family Series

The Bishop’s Family is a Christian Amish fiction trilogy that centers on the Stoltzfus family, led by widower David Stoltzfus. To experience the family's journey of romance, faith, and community changes as the author intended, you should read the core books in their publication order:

  1. The Imposter (2015) – Katrina Stoltzfus deals with a broken engagement and an enigmatic new farmhand named Andy Miller.
  2. The Quieting (2016) – Abigail Stoltzfus arrives in Stoney Ridge to help her father, stirring up old feelings and community tensions.
  3. The Devoted (2016) – Ruth "Dok" Stoltzfus, a dedicated physician, faces a major life change when a newborn is left on her doorstep.

The Broader Stoney Ridge Universe

Although the Bishop’s Family trilogy is fully self-contained, Stoney Ridge is a recurring setting in Suzanne Woods Fisher's novels. Characters cross over frequently—most notably the local physician Ruth "Dok" Stoltzfus and the troubled youth Luke Schrock. If you want to experience the complete timeline of Stoney Ridge, follow this chronological series order:

1. Stoney Ridge Seasons Series (2012–2014)

The original series that introduces the community and its key members.

  • The Keeper (2012)
  • The Haven (2012)
  • The Lesson (2013)
  • Christmas at Rose Hill Farm (2014)

2. The Inn at Eagle Hill Series (2013–2015)

Set during the same general timeframe, focusing on a local inn run by an Amish widow.

  • The Letters (2013)
  • The Calling (2014)
  • The Revealing (2014)
  • The Rescue (Novella, 2015)

3. The Bishop's Family Series (2015–2016)

The core Stoltzfus family trilogy detailing Katrina, Abigail, and Ruth's stories.

  • The Imposter (2015)
  • The Quieting (2016)
  • The Devoted (2016)

4. The Deacon's Family Series (2019–2020)

Focuses on the redemption of Luke Schrock, who previously appeared as Ruth Stoltzfus's troubled ex-boyfriend in The Devoted.

  • Mending Fences (2019)
  • Stitches in Time (2019)
  • Two Steps Forward (2020)

5. Standalone Stoney Ridge Novels

Independent stories focusing on different residents of the community.

  • A Season on the Wind (2021)
  • Anything but Plain (2022) – Features Lydie Stoltzfus working with Dok Ruth.

6. Doctor to the Amish Series (2024–2025)

A direct spin-off series continuing the adventures of Dok Ruth Stoltzfus and her busy medical clinic.

  • A Healing Touch (2024)
  • A Hidden Hope (2025)

Frequently Asked

QWhat is the recommended reading order for the Bishop's Family series?

You should read the trilogy in its publication order: The Imposter (2015), followed by The Quieting (2016), and concluding with The Devoted (2016).

QDo I need to read other Stoney Ridge books first?

No. The Bishop's Family is a standalone trilogy that can be enjoyed on its own. However, reading the preceding Stoney Ridge Seasons series provides a richer introduction to the town and its recurring residents.

QWho is the main protagonist of The Devoted?

The final book in the trilogy, The Devoted, focuses on Ruth "Dok" Stoltzfus, a veterinarian-turned-doctor who runs the local clinic.

QIs there a spin-off series featuring Dok Ruth?

Yes. Suzanne Woods Fisher launched the Doctor to the Amish series, beginning with A Healing Touch (2024) and continuing with A Hidden Hope (2025), which directly follows Dok Ruth's medical practice.

QHow does Luke Schrock connect to the Bishop's Family?

Luke Schrock appears in The Devoted as Ruth's troubled ex-boyfriend. His recovery and redemption are later explored in his own series, The Deacon's Family, starting with Mending Fences.

QWhere does the Bishop's Family series take place?

The series is set in Stoney Ridge, Pennsylvania, a fictional Amish town that serves as the setting for several of Suzanne Woods Fisher's interconnected series.