The Beginning

In "Old Order," Susie Mast navigates the challenges of life in Lancaster County's Hickory Hollow, where her past is overshadowed by the tragic deaths of her father and brother. At 22, she grapples with unrequited love for her friend Obie Yoder while accepting invitations from Del Petersheim, only to question her choices when Obie leaves for an apprenticeship. Compounding her struggles are her mother's declining health and her younger sister's quest for answers about her adoption, leading Susie to confront family secrets and the potential for loss. As she faces these trials, Susie wonders whether this tumultuous period might herald a new beginning.