Outcast: Clean Mystery Suspense with a touch of romance

by Samantha Price

Trust Zeigler has strayed far from the Amish roots she once knew as the daughter of an Amish bishop. Today, she's a renowned jewel thief, captivating headlines around the world. But as the thrill of the heist grows, so does the danger—pushing Trust to the edge of a precipice she may not escape.

Enter an enigmatic FBI agent with an offer that could change everything. He promises a way out, a chance to wipe the slate clean and start anew. But can Trust really leave her high-stakes life behind, and is the promise of redemption just a strategy in a game where she's the pawn?

As Trust wrestles with her future, she faces a stark return to a past that no longer fits or forge ahead into a future full of unknowns.

With every decision critical and every ally questionable, Trust must decide whom to trust before she runs out of moves.

"Outcast" unveils Trust Zeigler's harrowing exploits, in which loyalty is rare, betrayal is just a misstep away, and every choice could be her last.

(This series, 'Shunned by the Amish,' is a remake of the 'Gretel Koch Jewel Thief' series, which Samantha Price retired some years ago. It has been completely rewritten, renamed, and reimagined).

Genres: Amish

296 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 25, 2024

About the author

Samantha Price is a USA Today bestselling author of Amish romance and cozy mysteries. Raised in the Brethren faith, she writes with a heartfelt understanding of the Amish way of life.
When she’s not writing, Samantha enjoys quiet moments at home with her rescue cat and her fluffy white dog, who bears an uncanny resemblance to Snowy from the Ettie Smith Amish Mysteries.

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Reviews

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

In this clean mystery about a girl named Trust, from an Amish Community, you will find adventure and fun, trying to follow her through her chaos.
This story is exciting, and definitely, a page turner! You will be glued to the pages of this twisting story all the way through.
Trust has been a curious adventurist, as a child growing up Amish. She seems to get in trouble all the time for her behavior. Trust feels like she doesn't belong, and her only ally is her sister.
Trust is a good person deep down inside her heart, she really is. Her sister sees that, where everyone else doesn't. The others in her communiy says she's evil and of the devil.
Although she's close with her sister, Trust tells her she can't stay in the community no more! Trust ends up becoming well known, but not for good reasons. Her family disowns her, except her dear sister. Her sister sneaks away to see her when she can. The bond they have is still there from their young age.
This story is exciting, and mysterious, but fun. You're blood gets going with anticipation of what's going to happen on the next page, so you keep going. (LOL) You can feel the emotions of the story as you read it. That's what I love about Samantha Price's books❤️! You feel the characters, their emotions, the scenery of the story, and much more.
You will want to grab your copy of this story, as well as the others that will follow. The next one in this Series will be Chance!
I received an ARC of this story, and the words are all my own. I didn't have to give a positive review, but it's a great book deserving more than 5🌟's!!!

[C Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outcast: Clean Mystery Suspense with a touch of romance (Shunned by the Amish Book 1) Kindle Edition
by Samantha Price (Author)


Outcast, by Samantha Price, is the first addition to the series, ‘Shunned by the Anish’ which is being released, July 25, 2024.
In this series, Trust Ziegler is no longer the Amish Bishop’s daughter, she is a renowned Jewel thief. When caught, she is offered a way out by the FBI. All she has to do is work with the FBI’s Agent Harris on case by case basis.
The new and Improved series takes a young woman who was raised in an Amish home and drops her in a world of real crime. What a network of criminal friends this girl has. Ryan Castle, her former boyfriend, is now her enemy and even promised to testify against her. What was this world coming to??? No honor among criminal friends.
The story unfolds quickly and there is never a chance to become board. The Plot is great and the characters are realistic. Even some Familiar characters from another Price series stick their heads into the story.
Perfect ending for this story to continue.
This is a great start to this new series. Can’t wait for the next adventure. This one is 5-stars all the way.
I was given and ARC by the author, but was in no way required to give a positive review. All opinions are my own.

[Mary E Trimble · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have read and reviewed many, many books and posted them on several review sites and have never given a book only three stars. If I don’t like a book, I simply stop reading it and move on. However, I enjoyed this book–it is well written and the subject was of interest to me. When I read a book I expect it to have a beginning, a middle, and an end. I expect the book to conclude with a satisfactory ending, wrapping up the various twists and turns. As it happens, this book ends abruptly, actually in the middle of a scene, with a note on the next page, “Find out what happens next in Book 2, Chance.” I not only find this irritating, it is deceptive and unfair to the consumer. If it’s only part of the story, the reader, or potential buyer, should be told up front, not tricked into buying another book. It is clear that it is Book 1, but my expectation is that each book will be a complete story unless I’m told otherwise. I’ll not buy another book written by this author. Thus three stars.

[Jeanette Fallon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been enjoying the Amish Bonnet Sisters Series by Samantha Price.  I have enjoyed every one. I loved all the characters.

OUTCAST is a new book but so very different than her others. It was much more serious and I must say, a little disturbing. I had a difficult time warming up to the main character, Trust. I did feel her pain on how she was treated by her own parents and neighbors when she was younger.

It was full of twists and turns.  I didn't know what was going to happen next. 

Samantha Price did it to me again.  I got to the last page and went "what"?  She writes like the old movie theater series where there is a cliffhanger to bring you back next week.  You have to come back and read Book 2.  You just have to.

[Christy · Rating 5 out of 5]

In this nice clean read, you find Trust, an Amish Bishop's daughter shunned for her behaviors. Trust and her boyfriend pulled some fairly great heists... until Trust wound up in prison that is. (Spoiler alert). I'm so happy Trust finally gained her freedom, though it did come with some stipulations. I look forward to reading what Trust will do in the future. I think she is a strong and courageous woman. I see good things for her. We shall see! Join me in the second installment of Trust's story.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am not exactly sure how I feel about this book. I couldn't put it down and it made me think. It is definitely a different perspective on both the Amish and crime. We usually see crime in the eyes of a law enforcement person. This is in the eyes of someone who is doing crime for what they think is a good cause and has a very good network. I am struggling with right and wrong right now and hope Trust choses right in the end.

[Evelyn Foreman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Suspense, danger, turmoiled past….Amish upbringing but never fitting in - always told she would turn out just like Uncle Pete, Trust chartered her own path in life, daring and exciting, always just outside the grasp of the law until……..would freedom ever ring for her again? Would FBI agent, Jack Fletcher, be the instrument of change for her? Gripping story you won’t want to stop until you finish!

[Monica Forkes · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read everything I can from Samantha Price, this book was good, just took awhile to get into the character if Trust. I really like the Ettie and Elsa May were brought into the story, it lent some familiarity that I appreciate. I'll wait for book 2 in thr series. I believe I'll grow to appreciate the series more if Trust stays more on the honest side!

[Betty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outcast is almost what you expect to read about. Except that Trust is finally doing what the Amish community accused her of her entire youth as an Amish. Except with a twist! Trust plotting skills are something to be desired. As Trust finds out in this exciting and clean Amish tale with a twist.

[Torrie M. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outcast is definitely a page turner! Trust, an Amish outcast shunned by her community since childhood story unfolds with suspense and intrigue. Outcast is a compelling read that blends deep emotional resonance with a tightly woven plot, making it hard to put down.

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

This was a very interesting book. Full of suspense. It's exciting and kept me on the edge of my seat. I can't wait for book two.
Also, it had a nice surprise if you're a fan of Samantha Price books you'll know 😊

[Shirley kendall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect chapter revealed

I found this book surprisingly interesting. There was mystery with a hint of romance. Having the main chapter become a 'rogue' was surprisingly interesting. Look forward to the next addition.

[Rita Dail · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outcast

This was a very good book filled with lots of drama. It was hard to understand how an Amish girl turned into a criminal. I also didn’t understand the job that was given to her by Fletcher and the FBI that allowed her to get free from serving her sentence in jail.

[Norma Gorrill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outcast

This is the story of a young woman who has spent her time stealing precious items and then selling them and giving the money to a charity to benefit women who were homeless and had nothing to their names. This is my review and mine alone Norma Gorrill

[Bruce Dinsman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Robin Hood?

Yes she is a really good thief but she funnels her funds into programs and shelters for people in need of assistance. Caught and retrained by the FBI, she is becoming a crime fighting force.

[April · Rating 3 out of 5]

New series

This is not what I'm used to from Samantha Price. It might be ok, but not my cup of tea. I'll probably try one more, but won't promise anything after that.

[Bobbi Cooper · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic first book in her new series! I am looking forward to book #2.

[Sharon Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

Very good opening for the series. Strong women characters. Good story line. The Amish part is set in Ettie and Elsa Mae community.

[Annette · Rating 4 out of 5]

The first of a new series by one of my favorite authors. Definitely different than other books I’ve read by Ms. Price…very enjoyable.

[DIana · Rating 4 out of 5]

love the intrigue

The intrigue in this series should prove to be fascinating. I look forward to reading them all. Price is one of my favorite authors.

[Austin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome

I really enjoyed this book and I love that you included Ettie and Elsa-May. Can't wait to read the next book!

[S.campbell8655yahoo.com · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pain and sorrow

Pain,sorrow and a name that should be a blessing.
Clean suspense and twists and turns. Looks like romance is on the horizon too. I'm on to book 2 .

[Paula Dunfee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outcast

Starts out slow like a roller coaster but hang on! Looking forward to the next book in this series. Hang On!

[Tammy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Easy read, decent series that’s a little off the norm for this author