Life at the Seahaven Bay Retreat is flourishing, but Rita Jory’s second chance at happiness is about to face its biggest test yet. When Jago’s glamorous French ex-wife appears on the doorstep with a five-year-old daughter in tow, their blossoming relationship hangs by a thread.
Between juggling retreat guests seeking healing, her daughter Sennen’s desperate need for a last-minute wedding venue, and dealing with Elodie’s impossible demands, Rita’s already stretched to breaking point.
Then some very unexpected news forces her to reconsider everything she thought she wanted. But can she trust Jago with her secret, and embrace the new life ahead?
Rita must decide whether to protect her heart or fight for her future.
A friend from her past… A new dream for their future?
Single dad Curtis Moore has returned to Apfelkuchen, Pennsylvania, with a dream to revitalize the town—if only he can unite its Amish and English residents. When local businesswoman Hope Taylor offers to care for his spirited toddler, Lucy, he jumps at the chance. Hope figures this is exactly the experience she needs. Not only is she planning to open a day care, but she’s expecting her first baby—her late husband’s child. As tensions rise over his development plans, Curtis and Hope grow closer—and they must decide if the heart of the town’s future might just lie in the growing love between them.
This book is about Hope and Curtis, two people with a shared past who are given an unexpected second chance at love—thanks in part to a mischievous little escape artist who keeps bringing them together. Both Hope and Curtis carry emotional burdens from their pasts, and those struggles shape their cautious but deeply moving reconnection. Their journey toward healing feels tender and authentic, making every step forward meaningful.
Set within a close-knit Amish community, the story beautifully highlights the importance of faith, fellowship, and seeking wise counsel. As Hope and Curtis attempt to navigate complicated circumstances and what seems like a carefully arranged “perfect” plan, it becomes clear that human intentions don’t always align with God’s greater purpose. Watching how this conflict unfolds keeps the reader invested, and the resolution is both satisfying and spiritually uplifting.
Patricia Johns skillfully blends romance, faith, and heartfelt life lessons into a touching narrative. With themes of forgiveness, trust, and surrendering to the Lord’s guidance, An Amish Country Lullaby is an inspiring and comforting read that gently reminds us where true peace is found.
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