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North Country Amish #4
A Haven for Christmas
Can love bridge these hearts from worlds apart?
An Amish widow. An Englisch cowboy.
And a Christmas to remember.
An accident landing an Englischer on Becca Beachy’s farm isn’t quite the peaceful Christmas she expected. But with the widow struggling after an emergency, Tully Lange’s help is a blessing. Now Becca’s determined to give the cowboy a true Amish Christmas. But even as she falls for him, she knows their love is forbidden. Will this be the start of forever or the beginning of goodbye?
USA TODAY Bestselling Author Patricia Davids
From Harlequin Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
North Country Amish
Book 1: Shelter from the Storm
Book 2: The Amish Teacher’s Dilemma
Book 3: A Haven for Christmas
An Amish widow. An Englisch cowboy.
And a Christmas to remember.
An accident landing an Englischer on Becca Beachy’s farm isn’t quite the peaceful Christmas she expected. But with the widow struggling after an emergency, Tully Lange’s help is a blessing. Now Becca’s determined to give the cowboy a true Amish Christmas. But even as she falls for him, she knows their love is forbidden. Will this be the start of forever or the beginning of goodbye?
USA TODAY Bestselling Author Patricia Davids
From Harlequin Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
North Country Amish
Book 1: Shelter from the Storm
Book 2: The Amish Teacher’s Dilemma
Book 3: A Haven for Christmas
Mass Market Paperback
Published October 1, 2020
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About the author
Patricia Davids
142 books405 followersI was born and raised in Northcentral Kansas. I'm a farmer's daughter, but I now make my home in the city of Wichita. I'm an RN. Neonatal nursing has been the main focus of my career. What can I say? I love babies. I was invited to the highschool graduation of a baby I took care of. Talk about making me feel old!
In June of 2011 I became a widow after my husband of 36 years and 11 months died from multiple brain tumors. It was a very sad time, but thanks to the three f's, my faith, my family and my friends, life is moving forward. I have four brothers, one daughter and two grandchildren who all work at making me feel loved.
I'm the author of more than 30 books and I'm currently writing a series called The Brides of Amish Country for Love Inspired.
In June of 2011 I became a widow after my husband of 36 years and 11 months died from multiple brain tumors. It was a very sad time, but thanks to the three f's, my faith, my family and my friends, life is moving forward. I have four brothers, one daughter and two grandchildren who all work at making me feel loved.
I'm the author of more than 30 books and I'm currently writing a series called The Brides of Amish Country for Love Inspired.
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December 30, 2020
Patricia Davids swept me into this book almost from the first page. I have always enjoyed reading her books and A Haven for Christmas wasn't a disappointment to this reader. This story had a different twist to it because the author introduced a cowboy from Oklahoma to be one of the main characters. He soon won over the Amish people of the community with his cowboy tales and his good humor. I thought all the characters were very likeable and I enjoyed it when Davids bought back a few from an earlier book in the series. It was nice to catch up with everyone from The Teachers Dilemma. The story was filled with the Christmas Spirit as the Characters baked cookies and went Christmas caroling.
Tully Lange is a recovering alcoholic who has just lost his job and has been evicted from his apartment. He's on his way to Caribou Maine to visit his friend Arnie Dawson when he hits a calf out on the highway. He's a former cowboy from Oklahoma and he knows cattle. He stops to rescue the calf and it's mother follows along as he walks to the nearest farm. When he gets there he meets Becca Beachy and learns that five more cows have gotten out. After they get all the cows and work on the calf Tully decides to stay at the farm to take care of the calf. Then things seem to happen that keep Tully at the farm. They need his help and he needs a place to stay and three meals a day. The author has written a beautiful story about a man who is always joking and making people laugh because he is hiding from his hurting life. With the Amish he finds people who care for him and offer him friendship . He feels like for the first time he is part of a family. This is a very heart warming story that I'm sure you will love. I know I did.
I would recommend this book to readers who enjoy Amish Fiction with a touch of romance. Also to those who love to read Christmas fiction.
I purchased a copy of this book from Amazon. A review wasn't requested. All opinions expressed here in this review are my own.
Tully Lange is a recovering alcoholic who has just lost his job and has been evicted from his apartment. He's on his way to Caribou Maine to visit his friend Arnie Dawson when he hits a calf out on the highway. He's a former cowboy from Oklahoma and he knows cattle. He stops to rescue the calf and it's mother follows along as he walks to the nearest farm. When he gets there he meets Becca Beachy and learns that five more cows have gotten out. After they get all the cows and work on the calf Tully decides to stay at the farm to take care of the calf. Then things seem to happen that keep Tully at the farm. They need his help and he needs a place to stay and three meals a day. The author has written a beautiful story about a man who is always joking and making people laugh because he is hiding from his hurting life. With the Amish he finds people who care for him and offer him friendship . He feels like for the first time he is part of a family. This is a very heart warming story that I'm sure you will love. I know I did.
I would recommend this book to readers who enjoy Amish Fiction with a touch of romance. Also to those who love to read Christmas fiction.
I purchased a copy of this book from Amazon. A review wasn't requested. All opinions expressed here in this review are my own.
September 20, 2023
What a delightful Christmas story
Okay, I admit it. I like Patricia David's Amish books. When I read the synopsis, I wondered how on earth was the author going to make a cowboy in an Amish community believable...... But she did.
There really aren't any mean characters in this book. With the exception of the Cowboy who sees himself as he used to be. The underlying story is about addiction, in this case, alcoholism. Once an alcoholic, Always an alcoholic. And our cowboy still sees himself as he was before rehab.
But in the small Amish community, he finds God. And begins to believe that he could be happy. And it all starts when he doesn't see the calf.
This is a Kindle Unlimited book And I highly recommend it to be added to your Christmas story list this year.
Okay, I admit it. I like Patricia David's Amish books. When I read the synopsis, I wondered how on earth was the author going to make a cowboy in an Amish community believable...... But she did.
There really aren't any mean characters in this book. With the exception of the Cowboy who sees himself as he used to be. The underlying story is about addiction, in this case, alcoholism. Once an alcoholic, Always an alcoholic. And our cowboy still sees himself as he was before rehab.
But in the small Amish community, he finds God. And begins to believe that he could be happy. And it all starts when he doesn't see the calf.
This is a Kindle Unlimited book And I highly recommend it to be added to your Christmas story list this year.
January 31, 2021
Ever since I saw the heartbreaking movie Witness years ago, I have always wanted to read a book where an Englischer could fall in love with an Amish woman and it would somehow work out. Well, in this remarkable story by Patricia Davids, that is exactly what happens.
Becca Beachy is a widow trying to manage a farm with her ailing father-in-law and her young daughter. She is widowed and things certainly are not easy. One day an Englischer shows up at her doorstep with a calf he accidentally hit. The man, Tully Lange, is very worried about the small animal and is determined to see it through its recovery. At the same time, Becca's father-in-law sustains an injury that will force him to be in bed for quite some time.
It is the Christmas season and things have certainly gotten off to a bad start. Tully realizes right away that the family - even more so than the injured calf - is in dire straits. He offers to render his assistance at the farm for as long as is needed. The problem that develops is that Becca and Tully clearly have feelings for one another - but this is something that is forbidden in the Amish faith.
How will this story turn out, especially considering the fact that the Amish have very strict rules? What is more is that Tully has been dealing with his own drama and there is grave concern as to whether that baggage could ruin even the smallest glimmer of hope for him and Becca. I truly loved this story and am so very glad that my online library had a copy that I was able to read and enjoy.
Becca Beachy is a widow trying to manage a farm with her ailing father-in-law and her young daughter. She is widowed and things certainly are not easy. One day an Englischer shows up at her doorstep with a calf he accidentally hit. The man, Tully Lange, is very worried about the small animal and is determined to see it through its recovery. At the same time, Becca's father-in-law sustains an injury that will force him to be in bed for quite some time.
It is the Christmas season and things have certainly gotten off to a bad start. Tully realizes right away that the family - even more so than the injured calf - is in dire straits. He offers to render his assistance at the farm for as long as is needed. The problem that develops is that Becca and Tully clearly have feelings for one another - but this is something that is forbidden in the Amish faith.
How will this story turn out, especially considering the fact that the Amish have very strict rules? What is more is that Tully has been dealing with his own drama and there is grave concern as to whether that baggage could ruin even the smallest glimmer of hope for him and Becca. I truly loved this story and am so very glad that my online library had a copy that I was able to read and enjoy.
March 5, 2023
Live a good Christmas romance
I don't know much about the Amish. This book did a good job of not preaching, but showing that faith in God is healing. The characters were engaging and each had their own voice. The insight to the guilt Tully felt made him a sympathetic character. Becca had so much on her ate, it would have crushed another. I thoroughly enjoyed this.
I don't know much about the Amish. This book did a good job of not preaching, but showing that faith in God is healing. The characters were engaging and each had their own voice. The insight to the guilt Tully felt made him a sympathetic character. Becca had so much on her ate, it would have crushed another. I thoroughly enjoyed this.
December 20, 2020
A great story
The characters are great and well thought out. The story line is great just be sure to Kleenex handy. I like to little girl and love of her cowboy.
The characters are great and well thought out. The story line is great just be sure to Kleenex handy. I like to little girl and love of her cowboy.
December 3, 2020
A Haven for Christmas is a wonderful story written by Patricia Davids in her North Country Amish series. I enjoyed getting to know the characters from this as well as hearing more from previous characters. The author has done an amazing job telling this story mainly about the acceptance of a stranger.
Becca Beachy is hoping for a quiet Christmas after the loss of several family members but when a stranger appears on her property carrying her new born calf things take a different direction. Tully Lange has accidently hit the calf and stays on the farm to make sure the calf makes a recovery. When Becca's father in law takes a bad fall Tully decides to stay on and help Becca keep her farm running. Tully discovers more about himself that really sets him thinking where his life is heading. This is truly an inspiring story that shows the reader that just because people are different doesn't mean there can't be a friendship.
I was not given a complimentary copy of this book to read and review. I was not approached to post a favorable response and all opinions are my own. I have rated this story with five stars for meeting my expectations of a wonderful story that I can highly recommend to others. This author continues to write such inspiring stories for readers of all genre to enjoy.
Congratulations to Patricia Davids on releasing another amazing story for her readers enjoyment.
Becca Beachy is hoping for a quiet Christmas after the loss of several family members but when a stranger appears on her property carrying her new born calf things take a different direction. Tully Lange has accidently hit the calf and stays on the farm to make sure the calf makes a recovery. When Becca's father in law takes a bad fall Tully decides to stay on and help Becca keep her farm running. Tully discovers more about himself that really sets him thinking where his life is heading. This is truly an inspiring story that shows the reader that just because people are different doesn't mean there can't be a friendship.
I was not given a complimentary copy of this book to read and review. I was not approached to post a favorable response and all opinions are my own. I have rated this story with five stars for meeting my expectations of a wonderful story that I can highly recommend to others. This author continues to write such inspiring stories for readers of all genre to enjoy.
Congratulations to Patricia Davids on releasing another amazing story for her readers enjoyment.
September 10, 2020
Fantastic book, I loved it
December 2, 2020
Very inspiring. And I love a Christmas story that leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy. Super book!
May 25, 2024
I'm pretty sure they practiced AI generated art on 'Love, Inspired' books. AI, show me an Amish woman. A person with no forehead, no chin, no ears, and #00b200 hex code green eyes appear. Not kidding. ((SOOOO hate the covers of these things...))
Cover aside, the story isn't a bad one, it's just... I have read a lot of books about guys who aren't Amish converting. It's not done. They don't want outsiders, and you can't change someone's weltangschauung - their life view, their experiences, what makes them *THEM*. It can't happen. Especially not with an ex-military ex-homeless, ex-pawn shop guy.
Another thing about this one - we're told that Tully has dark hair shaved to the scalp 'like a newly shorn sheep'. But then Davids has Becca wishing she could tousle his hair, and even later she has him running a hand thru his hair. HE. HAS. NO. HAIR. ?!?!?!?
I also had a hard time believing that he would be sore, aching, miserable, exhausted from all the milking he's doing... and "he's been too tired to want a drink". That's not how alcoholism works. When you're hurting? You want a drink. When you're discouraged? You want a drink. When you're frustrated? You want a drink. But Tully - who's only been sober four months, is too tired to want a drink? He's ex-military, ex-rancher. He'd want a drink.
The relationship in this one is stunted, too - mostly because Becca is written as an authentic Amish woman - she's no-nonsense and doesn't let feelings govern her. That makes for a dry romance novel, lemme tell ya. Honest and authentic to the character, but since he has a YEAR of trying out Amish-ness before he can join, there's no tenderness or relationship to end this one on. Be aware.
I'm a little surprised that Davids didn't let Michael Shetler (book 1) and Tully talk - both of them watched people they care for get mowed down in shooting events, but they never connect in the book. It felt like an opportunity missed.
But it wasn't a bad read. It was nice continuity from the other stories, there's plenty of good characterization and well done writing. I just... am not loving this series as much as her other, older one. I feel like she got tired, but is writing to write, not because she wants to touch others with a story.
Cover aside, the story isn't a bad one, it's just... I have read a lot of books about guys who aren't Amish converting. It's not done. They don't want outsiders, and you can't change someone's weltangschauung - their life view, their experiences, what makes them *THEM*. It can't happen. Especially not with an ex-military ex-homeless, ex-pawn shop guy.
Another thing about this one - we're told that Tully has dark hair shaved to the scalp 'like a newly shorn sheep'. But then Davids has Becca wishing she could tousle his hair, and even later she has him running a hand thru his hair. HE. HAS. NO. HAIR. ?!?!?!?
I also had a hard time believing that he would be sore, aching, miserable, exhausted from all the milking he's doing... and "he's been too tired to want a drink". That's not how alcoholism works. When you're hurting? You want a drink. When you're discouraged? You want a drink. When you're frustrated? You want a drink. But Tully - who's only been sober four months, is too tired to want a drink? He's ex-military, ex-rancher. He'd want a drink.
The relationship in this one is stunted, too - mostly because Becca is written as an authentic Amish woman - she's no-nonsense and doesn't let feelings govern her. That makes for a dry romance novel, lemme tell ya. Honest and authentic to the character, but since he has a YEAR of trying out Amish-ness before he can join, there's no tenderness or relationship to end this one on. Be aware.
I'm a little surprised that Davids didn't let Michael Shetler (book 1) and Tully talk - both of them watched people they care for get mowed down in shooting events, but they never connect in the book. It felt like an opportunity missed.
But it wasn't a bad read. It was nice continuity from the other stories, there's plenty of good characterization and well done writing. I just... am not loving this series as much as her other, older one. I feel like she got tired, but is writing to write, not because she wants to touch others with a story.
January 3, 2024
Another random estate book. Get transported to New Covenant, Maine, for a quick read. Innocence, a dairy farm, good heart, and forbidden love between an Amish widow and an Okie Cowboy. Apparently there’s a whole slough of books by the author — great because many characters are interesting enough to be expanded upon in their own right.
And I’ve stumbled upon the whole genre of Amish fiction. I had no idea this was a thing?!
And I’ve stumbled upon the whole genre of Amish fiction. I had no idea this was a thing?!
November 22, 2021
I liked how this book deviated from the norm for the genre. For instance, the cowboy was a recovering alcoholic who didn't have $20 to his name, and there wasn't an ounce of alpha male in the guy. I also learned some things about the Amish, like when they can trim their beards, and them not referring to people who have died by name. Huh.
January 14, 2021
I absolutely love Patricia David's book's. I adored this one, because I love how clean cut amish stories are. I felt bad this week or I could have had this done sooner. they are quick and short reads, I love these kinds of books!
September 23, 2023
A Haven for Christmas!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The story kept me interested from the moment I read the first paragraph. I am looking forward to reading another books she wrote.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The story kept me interested from the moment I read the first paragraph. I am looking forward to reading another books she wrote.
September 25, 2023
Sweet Romance
A recovering alcoholic who is also a Cowboy hits and injures a calf who is in the road. He stays to help with the calf and meets the Amish widow and her father in law.
A recovering alcoholic who is also a Cowboy hits and injures a calf who is in the road. He stays to help with the calf and meets the Amish widow and her father in law.
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November 1, 2020Categories
Inspirational Romance, Contemporary Romance, Amish & Mennonite, Wholesome Romance
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North Country Amish (Book #3)
Inspirational Romance, Contemporary Romance, Amish & Mennonite, Wholesome Romance
Miniseries
North Country Amish (Book #3)
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November 1, 2020Categories
Inspirational Romance, Contemporary Romance, Amish & Mennonite, Wholesome Romance
Miniseries
North Country Amish (Book #3)
Inspirational Romance, Contemporary Romance, Amish & Mennonite, Wholesome Romance
Miniseries
North Country Amish (Book #3)
March 20, 2021
An enjoyable, light read. Connected with the characters and the comradery in the community was relevant.
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December 19, 2021
A retired military, recovering alcoholic, cowboy has an accident that lands him on an Amish farm. The family he meets and gets to know has their own issues.
January 13, 2022
Good story , loved the characters.
March 9, 2022
Amish romance.
June 27, 2022
Great book
January 10, 2023
This book in the series was a slow read for me... it was OK....
January 16, 2023
This book has a lot of heart to it. It’s a beautiful story of a man looking to fit in and a community that steps up and takes care of their own. It’s part of a series but is easily a stand alone.
December 4, 2023
Sweet Christmas themed story.
April 8, 2024
Touching Story
A very touching story of love, overcoming, and new beginnings.
A very touching story of love, overcoming, and new beginnings.
March 21, 2025
very good book
June 29, 2025
A different Amish story
i love Patricia Davids Amish books but this one is different and quite unique! i didn't want to put it down!
i love Patricia Davids Amish books but this one is different and quite unique! i didn't want to put it down!
November 10, 2025
It's a nice Amish Christmas romance. Some parts were slow.
Content Warning: Alcoholism
Content Warning: Alcoholism
April 20, 2023
Loved that Tully got a family to love
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