Her Amish Country Husband

by Patricia Johns

An Amish country inheritance…
A second chance to mend her heart!

Faith Fairchild is back in Amish country, running her late aunt’s antiques shop along with her two sisters. Never mind that Faith, Hope and Elaine rarely see eye to eye, or that the electrician rewiring the store is Faith’s ex-husband, Trent Lantz. Now guardian to an adorable toddler named Tyke, Trent has changed from the man Faith once loved, or maybe still does… But Faith hasn’t come home for good, and Trent has to put his son first. Can Faith follow her dreams to the city when she’ll be leaving her heart in Amish country?

From Harlequin  Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.

An Amish Antiques Shop Romance

Book 1: Her Amish Country Husband

Genres: Amish, Amish Fiction, Harlequin, Small Town Romance, Contemporary Romance

335 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 27, 2025

About the author

Publishers Weekly bestselling author Patricia Johns writes sweet romance. She lives in Alberta, Canada with her husband and son.

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Reviews

[Carla Bruns · Rating 5 out of 5]

Faith Fairchild is divorced, heartbroken, and back in Amish country—where her ex lives. She and her sisters, Hope and Elaine, have inherited their aunt’s antique shop, and as part of the will, they are required to work together for a year. This was already hard enough, but their aunt had also contracted Faith’s ex-husband, Trent Lantz, to renovate the shop. Not only is Trent back in Faith’s life, but he’s also in the process of adopting a toddler. Everything Faith had hoped for in her marriage is now staring her in the face.

This book had me laughing, crying, and thinking deeply about what makes a marriage work. It’s everything an excellent book should be.

I appreciated that the English and Amish family members were close and embraced each other as a community. Through this connection, they were able to show each other the pros and cons of both lifestyles. Faith spent much of the story searching for a happiness in marriage that may not have been realistic, which ultimately contributed to her divorce. As she reflects on her failed marriage—and eventually her own shortcomings—she begins to realize all that she lost. I really liked this about Faith. Sometimes people never recognize the part they played in a broken relationship. While Trent reflects as well, it seems he needs more of a direct intervention to acknowledge his role.

The characters throughout the story were rich and well-developed, and it made me so happy to know that another book is coming. I really want to see more of Hope and Elaine—and also Sarah and Eddie. Patricia, can this be a longer series? Please?

I received this book from the publisher through NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

[Elaine · Rating 5 out of 5]

a sweet amish story.
three sisters , inheriting a shop after the loss of a family member. must run the store for at least one year before they can even think about selling the shop.

We have love loss. Family, extended family. And those who want to become amish.
Just one great big happy family.

My favorite character in the story is Elaine and of course she's a bit feisty.
I love that. The author has a character with my name in this story.


Absolutely, a terrific story.
i absolutely adore every book I have read by patricia johns.

Sweet sweet amish stories.

[Lynda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Three sisters return to Amish country to run their late aunt's antique shop. Their names -- Faith, Hope, and Elaine. (Maybe her parents didn't want to name her Charity.) The town of Apfelkuchen is fictional. IMHO (in my humble opinion), that is a good thing because it would be mispelled and mispronounced all the time. 

"Her Amish County Husband" is a second-chance romance and book 1 of a mini-series, 'An Amish Antiques Shop Romance'. The description gives the key elements of this lovely story. Patricia Johns is one of my favorite Amish authors. 

Faith wasn't happy her ex was redoing the electrical in the shop and was floored to find he now is a 'father'. I loved the little boy's name, Tyke. You will like Trent. Faith too. Hope is newly married with a husband who is gone -- a lot. I sympathized with Hope because I'm a military wife whose husband went TDY -- a lot. And then there's Elaine, who is described as a blond fairy. A fairy who gets to the point directly at times, if you get my drift.

Mix these three sisters, an ex-husband, and a little boy along with an Amish grandparent, a shop filled with Amish items, a found note that adds a bit of mystery, and you have a satisfying, engaging read. Rating: 5 stars.

I received a complimentary DRC (digital review copy) of  "Her Amish Country Husband" via NetGalley from the publisher, Harlequin – Romance | Harlequin Heartwarming. A positive review was not required; the opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

Rating: 5 stars
Series: An Amish Antiques Shop Romance'
Cover: Okay. I'd rather have seen something showing the inside of the shop utilizing the same characters.
Pages: 335.
Publish Date: 27 May 2025
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[Emma · Rating 5 out of 5]

Her Amish Country Husband by Patricia Johns
A Clean and Uplifting Romance
(An Amish Antiques Shop Romance Book 1)
An Amish country inheritance…
A second chance to mend her heart!
Faith Fairchild is back in Amish country, running her late aunt’s antiques shop along with her two sisters. Never mind that Faith, Hope and Elaine rarely see eye to eye, or that the electrician rewiring the store is Faith’s ex-husband, Trent Lantz. Now guardian to an adorable toddler named Tyke, Trent has changed from the man Faith once loved, or maybe still does… But Faith hasn’t come home for good, and Trent has to put his son first. Can Faith follow her dreams to the city when she’ll be leaving her heart in Amish country?
This is Faith Fairchild and sisters Hope and Elaine's story.
This is Trent Lantz and Tyke's story.
The three sisters, Faith, Elaine and Hope inherit their aunt Josephine antique shop.
They have to run it together for one year.
Old things seem to hold magic all their own. Like people, the longer they’ve been around, the more wisdom and character they seem to possess, and the more the past seems to cling to them.
“Knock, knock.”
Faith knew that voice, and her stomach sank. Speaking of her failed marriage… She walked toward the front door, propped open with a brick to let some fresh air inside, and her heart clenched in her chest.
Sure enough, she knew the jean-clad man standing in the doorway, a tool belt slung low on his hips. He wore a short-sleeved blue plaid shirt that matched his blue eyes too well. He gave her a nod.
“Faith…” Trent’s blue gaze caught hers, and then he looked down at his scuffed cowboy boots.
“Hi, Trent.”
I recommend reading this book.
Her Amish Country Husband by Patricia Johns is a wonderful well written 5 star book.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Patricia Johns.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions shared here in this review are my own.

[Happily Ever After Romance · Rating 5 out of 5]

Her Amish Country Husband begins the Amish Antiques Shop series with a romance that reunites Faith and Trent, a couple who were once married, but their reactions to what life tossed at them were so different that they eventually divorced. Now, Faith is back in their small town, along with her sisters, to run the antique shop they inherited for one year. Luck would have it that Trent would be working on the shop’s electrical system to bring it up to code, making avoiding each other impossible. Reliving memories is a daily event. So much remains the same, yet so much has changed, especially for Trent.

I enjoyed Trent and Faith’s story so much. Add in one adorable little toddler, Tyke, and you have the makings of a unique second chance to get love right…If they get out of their own heads and start making choices that bring them together, not apart.

If you enjoy a well-written, emotional romance with a touch of heartache, a glimpse into the Amish world, and a couple that really do belong together, then Her Amish Country Husband by Patricia Johns is perfect for you. We’ll get a bit of a foretelling of the next story in this series as well. I have yet to read a story by Patricia Johns that I didn’t get emotionally caught up in.

*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley, and I sincerely thank the author or publishing house for their trust. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*

[Kristina Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Her Amish Country Husband by Patricia Johns is a heartwarming tale. I enjoyed reading this story. The author has a friendly writing style. I liked the antique shop that the three sisters inherited from their aunt (no way would I have sold the Nancy Drew mysteries that Faith found). The characters were realistic and relatable. Faith and Trent married young and struggled with communication. Miscommunication and a lack of open communication were recurring issues throughout their story. Faith and Trent need a chance to reconnect and discover how they ended up divorced. We get to see that sometimes love is not enough to hold two people together. I like Faith’s sisters, and I am curious about their stories. I enjoyed meeting Trent’s Amish relatives (especially Mammi) and his foster son, Tyke (who is a sweetie). I liked the secondary storyline involving Trent’s English apprentice, Eddie and Trent’s Amish cousin, Sarah. There are good life lessons in the story. Her Amish Country Husband is the first book An Amish Antiques Shop Romance. Her Amish Country Husband is a sweet second chance romance with a will with a special codicil, an electrical overhaul, reconnecting with your ex, a chair search, a treasured Tyke, a distant husband, and distressing news.

[C Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Her Amish Country Husband by Patricia Johns is really well writing, and told in a special way by the unique telling of this tale by author, Patricia Johns. Release day is May 27, 2025.

Having read her books for years, I have never been disappointed in her presentation of a story. Ms. John’s does a great job of bringing in both the English characters and Amish and keeping the story interesting. It moves from sene to sene without losing its’ rhythm.

A important part of the storyline is centered around Faith and her ex-husband Trent. They are forced back together by chance. This is a great storyline, but how could their meeting survive old feelings. The characters are realistic and are loved from beginning to end . What an unique approach to this story. Also, the young, Tyke, is just precious.

This is a sweet second chance romance story.

I recommend this 5-star read enthusiastically.

I was given an ARC by Harlequin - Romance | Harlequin Heartwarming, but was not required to give a positive review.

[Michelle Rhoden · Rating 5 out of 5]

Patricia Johns always writes amazing books and this one did not disappoint. When three sisters, Faith, Elaine and Hope inherit their aunts antique shop, it comes with a request from their aunt that they have to run it for one year. The storyline is centered around Faith and her ex-husband Trent, who was hired by her aunt to do the electrical work. Throw in Trents cousins little boy Tyke, who he is raising and you have a heartwarming book. Patricia intertwines second chances and forgiveness between the two characters , Faith and Trent along with the support of Faith’s sisters. Will their love be rekindled or will their stubbornness with each other destroy any means of a relationship? I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next one.

This book is from the Harlequin Heartwarming Series and is scheduled to be released May 27, 2025. I was given a complimentary copy from Netgalley and the publisher. All words are my own.

[Vicky Sluiter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Any story that has an antique shop catches my interest, and author Patricia Johns didn’t let me down with this one.

Divorce is so final. Or is it? What happened that caused the split between Faith and Trent? Well developed characters, I really came to enjoy them. Especially “watching” Trent with little Tyke. He wasn’t interested in fatherhood while married but he is making a great dad with his new little charge.

The sisters are all so different that it added to the enjoyment of the story. While they didn’t always get along, they were there for each other in the hard times. And there were plenty of those.

The mix of Amish family and English family was enjoyable. I appreciated that they loved each other, and took care of each other, no matter who was Amish and who was English. Family matters!

If you enjoy sweet romance with great characters, then I recommend Her Amish Country Husband.

I received a complimentary copy of this book but was not required to leave a review.

[JudyAnnLovesBooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 Stars

I am particularly intrigued by the setting of Patricia Johns’s latest series - An Amish Antiques Shop - I find it charming and am looking forward to all the good things that will come from it. The first book in this series, HER AMISH COUNTRY HUSBAND is a touching second chance romance.

Faith and Trent were married and their union ended in divorce. The underlying theme of miscommunication or better yet, lack of communication, spoke to me on a personal level. There is nothing harder than open and honest communication between two people (whether it’s a spouse, sibling, parent or friend) and Faith and Trent are prime examples that love is sometimes, not enough.

Meeting again, post divorce, led them both on a journey of self discovery and to an open and honest evaluation of what went wrong in their relationship. This brought them closer and ultimately back together. As with most things, it takes a village to heal and grow and in this book there is a village of people lending a hand to make things better.

I enjoyed this sweet and heartwarming read. I’m giving HER AMISH COUNTRY HUSBAND the judy.ann.loves.books stamp of approval, TBR and Enjoy!

[Dali Castillo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely Wonderful Story

Her Amish Country Husband is an absolutely wonderful read! As I read Faith and Trent's story, I could feel every bit of their struggles, what they had dealt with, and what they were dealing with now. I loved how the other characters were so integral in their story and enhanced it without overshadowing Faith and Trent.

Author Patricia Johns has such a fantastic way of developing her characters that makes the reader completely connect with the story and the characters. It left me feeling heartbroken, but as the story progressed and Faith and Trent spent more time interacting, hope began to replace the heartbreak. This truly is a fantastic story of healing and second chances that will deeply touch your heart.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an advanced copy of this book. All comments and opinions are entirely my own and voluntary.

[Sherry Greene · Rating 5 out of 5]

Faith Fairchilld and her sisters Hope and Elaine have inherited the antique shop that their aunt owned. They were there to get the business ready to sell so they could get back to their normal lives as they really are not that close nor desire to keep the shop.

While there, the electrician their aunt and already booked to do work, shows up and it happens to be the former husband of Faith, Terry Lantz, who is now a foster parent to a toddler, Tyke.

Faith plans on returning to the city, and Terry has to put his foster-son first, but will their meeting again change those plans.

This is a heartwarming, second chance romance book that you will love reading. I could not put it down. I highly recommend this book to all lovers of Amish books.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher and author. The opinions expressed are my own.

[Ashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is about three sisters Faith, Hope, and Elaine who inherit their aunt's antique shop. The thing is, they have to run it together for one year. They discovered the shop has some electrical issues.
Their aunt already had an electrician. The electrician just happens to be Trent. Which is Faith's ex-husband. So how is this just going to work now since they have to be around each other?

As time goes on Faith finds out Trent is raising Tyke. When they were married he didn't want kids. Faith sees what a great job he's doing at raising Tyke. Maybe he has changed since then. The more time they spend together things seem to begin to change.

This was such a great read and I really enjoyed reading it very much. I'm looking forward to reading more books by Patricia.

[Heather Pickett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Author Patricia Johns gives us a first in a new series with Her Amish Country Husband. Faith Fairchild and her two sisters have inherited their late aunt's antique shop, and it is stipulated these somewhat oil and water sisters run it together for a year. Aunt Josephine treasured family unity. The change in life path is actually a positive for Faith...until she realizes her ex-husband is the electrician contracted to rewire the whole store.
This sweet, clean story isn't just about second change romance. It's about family and forgiveness, learning to listen and to be heard, and of course, love. Plus it has my favorite, an epilogue! I so enjoyed this book, and can't wait for the next in the series!
I received a complimentary copy of this book, but my opinion is entirely my own.

[Kate Vale · Rating 4 out of 5]

First in the Amish Antiques Shop Romance series, in which Faith Fairchild is wracked with doubt about hiring her ex-husband to do the electrical work required before she and her two sisters can reopen the antique shop they have inherited from their late aunt.

Trent, too, has doubts, but also realizes he still loves Faith even as he assumes guardianship of his late sister's little son. Yes, the boy needs a mother, but neither Trent nor Faith are sure that she should assume that role. After all, she left him years earlier.

But can either of them succeed in ignoring those feelings they still have for each other? They aren't Amish, so divorce was possible for them, but will their Amish neighbors be showing them a way to renew their relationship into something possible?

[Tammy Morse · Rating 5 out of 5]

Patricia I love this book. This is the second book Amish book she wrote that I have read.
I loved how three sisters inherited an antique shop. Faith, Holly and Elaine had to run the store for a year. Faith was divorced, Elaine single and Hope married. The whole building needed new electrical wiring and the man who did the job was Faith ex-husband Trent. Faith didn't mind Trent doing the job because it would be done the right way and be ready for opening day.
Patricia did a fabulous job writing this book. Great with detail through the whole book. She show how Amish community is raised to the English community was too raised.

[Jaime · Rating 5 out of 5]

Her Amish Country Husband by Patricia Johns was read thanks to NetGalley. Faith, Hope, and Elaine are sisters who inherited their aunt’s antique store. They have to run it together for one year. Trent is Faiths ex husband. He was hired by the aunt to rewire the building. In the two years since their divorce Trent is now raising his cousins little boy Tyke. Faith and Trent while helping his cousin grow closer together. This was a great read. I’m looking forward to the next book.

[Tami Willard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is part of an interconnected series. Best if read in order as the characters overlap throughout the series. They were married before but it fell apart. Now she's back in the area helping her sisters with their aunts store. He's got a contract to replace the electric wiring. He's also the guardian for a toddler. Will they be able to get along? Be prepared for multiple emotions throughout the book and meddling relatives.

[Debbie Earls · Rating 5 out of 5]

All Faith ever wanted was to be married and have a family of her own. When she married Trent, things didn't go as they planned and they divorced 3 years later. Now he's unexpectedly back in her life. Can they risk failure again for another chance at love? #netgalley #heramishcountryhusband #harlequin I received a complimentary copy of this book but wasn’t required to leave a review.

[Courtney Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was picked to be on the influencer team for this book, in exchange to give my honest opinion. I really enjoyed reading this book. I looked forward to when I could read more of it. This is a good clean Amish book. It has a little boy in it too. I loved the book. If you love reading romance/ Amish books, then I would highly recommend this book.

[Tiffany Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a good book! As always, author Patricia Johns, does not disappoint with this book! The characters and storyline just drew me in to the very end. Looking forward to the next book in this series!
I received a copy of this book from the author, but was not required to leave a positive review. This is my honest opinion of this book.

[L Wooldridge · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an early copy of this book--this book is a sweet change from most Amish romance because the main characters are "English" (not Amish) living in Amish country! Patricia Johns writes excellent characters, so you will find yourself drawn in and possibly feeling the need to advise the characters to "get their act together"! I highly recommend this book as a fun summer read!

[Connie Lynch · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best of Both

Oh my goodness! So much to love! This is an amazing story with lots of heart! Faith, Trent, Sarah and Eddie share that the English culture and Amish culture are more alike that we realize. Love is Multi culture. Marriage is not just loving someone. I cannot say enough great things about this book. Grab it and read it.

[Gloria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Faith has come home to Amish country to help her sisters run her late Aunt's antique shop. There's only one problem. Her ex husband is there and every where she turns there he is. She comes to realize that she is still in love with him. Sweet second chance romance.

[Brenda Day · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story is well written and very informative. The characters are well written and very real to life. I’m looking for to more stories in this series. I want revisit this group of characters and see how there stories turn out.

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wish I had read these in order -- it took some of the fun out of this book, but from the information here on goodreads I didn't know I was in the middle of a series when I read book 2.

It was a wonderful story.

[Harlequin Books]

Amish & Mennonite, Small Town & Rural Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Wholesome Romance
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An Amish Antiques Shop Romance (Book #1)

[Megan Rang · Rating 5 out of 5]

*****I received this ebook free from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

A sweet Amish romance that follows more than 1 man and woman as they make life decisions. Sometimes when couples come from different worlds it takes a leap of faith. Just as when a divorced couple chooses to try to make it work again.

[Nicola “Shortbookthyme” · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first book written by author Patricia Johns. I enjoyed her writing style.

The story revolves around 3 sisters, Hope, Faith and Elaine. They have inherited their Aunts antique store and have to run it for one year per their Aunts request.
Faith plays a prominent part in the story. Maybe a second chance with her ex-husband, Trent???
I always enjoy reading a story with an Amish theme. Her Amish Country Husband was a heartwarming and heartfelt read that I thoroughly escaping to.

Thank you Harlequin and author for the opportunity to read this book for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.
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[Eileen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Her Amish Country Husband by Patricia Johns, book one in An Amish Antiques Shop Romance series, is a heartwarming, second chance romance with a theme of miscommunication. Sisters Faith, Hope and Elaine inherit an antique store from their Aunt Josephine, in their hometown. The catch, they have to work together to run it for a year. This story centers on Faith and her ex-husband Trent. Faith and Trent married young, with their union ended in divorce; mainly due to their lack of communication; especially what they each wanted. Assumptions were made, causing anger and a lack of trust.

Trent was hired by her aunt to update the store’s electrical system; to meet code and reopen. Faith is forced to re-examine her feelings for her ex-husband Trent as they have to work closely the electrical project. Faith is surprised that he is raising his cousin’s little boy named Tyke after her unexpected death; despite not wanting kids right away when they were married. Faith sees what a great job he's doing at raising Tyke. Maybe he has changed since then. The more time they spend together things seem to begin to change. Tyke was so sweet and his scenes were precious.

Trent has a lot of Amish family members, though he is not part of that community, and they were supportive of him as well. Trent’s aunt and uncle shared great wisdom and love for these two, from their own experience with a long, happy marriage. It will take having a long overdue conversation before Faith and Trent will be able to heal from the hurts they bestowed on each other at the end of their marriage and stubbornness took over.

Meeting again, post divorce, led them both on a journey of self discovery and to an open and honest evaluation of what went wrong in their relationship. This brought them closer and ultimately back together. As with most things, it takes a village to heal and grow and in this book there is a village of people lending a hand to make things better. After the ending, I am looking forward to the next book in the series.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
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