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Redemption’s Amish Legacies #3
Wife on His Doorstep
A visitor he never expected…
Can the differences that drove them apart…
ignite a love to make her stay?
When Miriam Lapp arrives unannounced at her estranged husband’s house, she has no intention of staying. But she can’t walk away when Amos’s ailing grandmother needs a woman’s support. She’ll help temporarily, then leave to start her own Amish business. But spending time together makes Miriam and Amos question their past mistakes. Can a once mismatched couple find love ten years later?
From Love Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
Redemption’s Amish Legacies
Book 1: The Nanny’s Amish Family
Book 2: A Precious Christmas Gift
Book 3: Wife on His Doorstep
Can the differences that drove them apart…
ignite a love to make her stay?
When Miriam Lapp arrives unannounced at her estranged husband’s house, she has no intention of staying. But she can’t walk away when Amos’s ailing grandmother needs a woman’s support. She’ll help temporarily, then leave to start her own Amish business. But spending time together makes Miriam and Amos question their past mistakes. Can a once mismatched couple find love ten years later?
From Love Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
Redemption’s Amish Legacies
Book 1: The Nanny’s Amish Family
Book 2: A Precious Christmas Gift
Book 3: Wife on His Doorstep
209 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 25, 2021
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Patricia Johns
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October 7, 2021
Wow, Patricia Johns never disappoints. I love how she shows how strong Amish woman are, they are just not some docile wife following orders, they have a mind and they use it. These books remind me of growing up for some reason, I guess it's because mom was home, she babysat and so there was always kids around, we ate home cooked meals and played outside during the summer and even in winter. This book shows how strong love is and how important it is to be honest with the person you love so they know how you feel. 5 stars, wish I could give more! I highly recommend this and all her books! Well done!
May 20, 2022
Wife on His Doorstep is one of the few Amish stories I have read with at least one atypical Amish character.
Miriam Lapp is extraordinarily good with accounting and numbers. Her dad, a successful Amish businessman, taught her managerial skills. Although Miriam is a decent cook, she believes her calling is not to be a housewife like the other Amish women.
After ten years of separation, Miriam visits her estranged husband Amos, and is freshly reminded why she would not make a good wife to him.
Despite her being unyielding and goal-oriented (rather than people oriented), I liked Miriam. I do believe 13 chapters was not long enough to truly unpack her character. I felt that a lot of her story was a condensed version, and there was so much more to her than the space allowed.
The story does have a happy ending, though, -- a compromise both Miriam and Amos have a chance to work on. "Marriage is like any skill -- like canning or quilting or gardening. It takes time to learn."
Miriam Lapp is extraordinarily good with accounting and numbers. Her dad, a successful Amish businessman, taught her managerial skills. Although Miriam is a decent cook, she believes her calling is not to be a housewife like the other Amish women.
After ten years of separation, Miriam visits her estranged husband Amos, and is freshly reminded why she would not make a good wife to him.
Despite her being unyielding and goal-oriented (rather than people oriented), I liked Miriam. I do believe 13 chapters was not long enough to truly unpack her character. I felt that a lot of her story was a condensed version, and there was so much more to her than the space allowed.
The story does have a happy ending, though, -- a compromise both Miriam and Amos have a chance to work on. "Marriage is like any skill -- like canning or quilting or gardening. It takes time to learn."
August 4, 2021
Patricia Johns writes a good story, but I am bugged by the little details. Amish speak Pennsylvania Deutsh, which is a German dialect, not Dutch. She needs to research a little more before her next book.
September 23, 2022
Loved this story
Very different plot. And one that could have fallen apart but it didn't. And a HEA ending. I highly recommend.
Very different plot. And one that could have fallen apart but it didn't. And a HEA ending. I highly recommend.
February 11, 2025
A beautiful story to show us how differences among each other can be beneficial when accepted. We all have a vision of how we think life should be but God already knows our complete story and we should trust him. Accepting others for who they are is the way to show love. Embrace their differences.
Miriam and Amos have been married for ten years but have lived apart almost the entire time. Miriam must come home to her husband to find paperwork to prove her inheritance. While home Amos’ grandmother (Mammi) asks Miriam to stay and help her during her last few weeks of living. Miriam agrees but also sees Mammi has another agenda, to reunite Miriam and Amos.
Another enjoyable read from @authorpatjohns in her Redemption series. All can be read as a standalone.
Miriam and Amos have been married for ten years but have lived apart almost the entire time. Miriam must come home to her husband to find paperwork to prove her inheritance. While home Amos’ grandmother (Mammi) asks Miriam to stay and help her during her last few weeks of living. Miriam agrees but also sees Mammi has another agenda, to reunite Miriam and Amos.
Another enjoyable read from @authorpatjohns in her Redemption series. All can be read as a standalone.
February 5, 2023
I read the first in this series and it spurred me on to read this one. It did not disappoint! It is a stand alone but it’s fun to read them in order. I will say that Miriam drove me crazy. So much pride. I don’t care if you’re Amish or English or whatever. This is a very bad attitude for a woman to have in any marriage. If you’re younger, you won’t agree, but if you’re a woman that has had her own business and career, and you are still married, then my advice is that only happens when you bend and grow. I think Miriam and Amos finally realize this. But it takes a lot of prayer and a very special grandmother to make the load lighter with her love and prayers and wisdom.
July 21, 2021
Wife on His Doorstep by Patricia Johns is book 3 in the Redemption’s Amish Legacies Series
I really enjoyed this book and series and this last book was my favorite because it reminds me that it’s ok to be yourself and strive to reach outside the box of what is considered the norm, and yet still have all the things you will have within that quote norm.
Life throws us many curves and this author created characters and a story line that will move you. I really recommend this book and series.
I really enjoyed this book and series and this last book was my favorite because it reminds me that it’s ok to be yourself and strive to reach outside the box of what is considered the norm, and yet still have all the things you will have within that quote norm.
Life throws us many curves and this author created characters and a story line that will move you. I really recommend this book and series.
June 30, 2021
This story had me in tears more than once.
Ten years ago, Amos Lapp's wife left him. He's had a good life, even raised two foster sons on his own, but there has always been a hole in his heart where Miriam should be. When she shows up on his doorstep - not wanting to reconcile, but wanting ownership papers for a strip mall that was their wedding gift from her father - he is hurt once again. He is stunned, though, when she agrees to stay to help his dying grandmother who only has weeks to live.
Miriam Lapp left her husband less than a year into their marriage. She has spent the last 10 years learning the business empire that her father controlled, only to have him leave everything - every business, every property - to her brother. She wants to prove her worth in the business world, since she failed so spectacularly as a wife. Seeing Amos again is the only way to regain her self-respect by taking possession of the one business her father didn't leave to her brother. When Amos' grandmother asks her to be her end-of-life caregiver, she can't say no. Will living in the same house as her husband show her that maybe they were both wrong about each other, and maybe there is the smallest chance that the feelings that brought them together in the first place are still there?
Amish don't do divorce, ever. Marriage is one man, one woman, 'til death parts them. No exceptions. So, when Miriam left Amos, she doomed them both to aloneness. Her fear of dying in childbirth and her desire to turn her mind to helping his business, had them fighting nearly constantly. This story is the 3rd in a series, and was by far the most emotional read of the three. I definitely recommend.
Ten years ago, Amos Lapp's wife left him. He's had a good life, even raised two foster sons on his own, but there has always been a hole in his heart where Miriam should be. When she shows up on his doorstep - not wanting to reconcile, but wanting ownership papers for a strip mall that was their wedding gift from her father - he is hurt once again. He is stunned, though, when she agrees to stay to help his dying grandmother who only has weeks to live.
Miriam Lapp left her husband less than a year into their marriage. She has spent the last 10 years learning the business empire that her father controlled, only to have him leave everything - every business, every property - to her brother. She wants to prove her worth in the business world, since she failed so spectacularly as a wife. Seeing Amos again is the only way to regain her self-respect by taking possession of the one business her father didn't leave to her brother. When Amos' grandmother asks her to be her end-of-life caregiver, she can't say no. Will living in the same house as her husband show her that maybe they were both wrong about each other, and maybe there is the smallest chance that the feelings that brought them together in the first place are still there?
Amish don't do divorce, ever. Marriage is one man, one woman, 'til death parts them. No exceptions. So, when Miriam left Amos, she doomed them both to aloneness. Her fear of dying in childbirth and her desire to turn her mind to helping his business, had them fighting nearly constantly. This story is the 3rd in a series, and was by far the most emotional read of the three. I definitely recommend.
May 11, 2022
A perfect family story
This story reminded me of the importance of family, the seriousness of a lifelong commitment and the love f God in our everyday lives. I also enjoyed the fact that this was not just a typical Roman e story. There was way more depth in what really goes on in May families. It was refreshing to have an author write such realistic story of true life.
This story reminded me of the importance of family, the seriousness of a lifelong commitment and the love f God in our everyday lives. I also enjoyed the fact that this was not just a typical Roman e story. There was way more depth in what really goes on in May families. It was refreshing to have an author write such realistic story of true life.
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June 18, 2022WIFE ON HUS DOORSTEPS
I had trouble getting into this book, and I cannot put my finger on it as to why. I didn't like the part of an amish wife being so business oriented. Without me giving the book away, I just didn't see it as a true amish love story, even though the ending was ok. JO
I had trouble getting into this book, and I cannot put my finger on it as to why. I didn't like the part of an amish wife being so business oriented. Without me giving the book away, I just didn't see it as a true amish love story, even though the ending was ok. JO
August 22, 2021
I absolutely loved this book! I thought it was different then normally read in my opinion. I didn't hear bout a few things, I thought should have been included. I wondered about but I love her books .
January 22, 2022
I couldn’t put this one down
I love the characters and finally getting to there stories. I still need the box of Kleenex but I’m smiling as I write this review. I’m ready for the next story in this series.
I love the characters and finally getting to there stories. I still need the box of Kleenex but I’m smiling as I write this review. I’m ready for the next story in this series.
April 18, 2022
Wife on His Doorstep
The third book in this series, it was good to hear how Amos’s situation was resolved. The author does a good job bringing life to the characters and presenting events and emotions that touch the heart of the reader.
The third book in this series, it was good to hear how Amos’s situation was resolved. The author does a good job bringing life to the characters and presenting events and emotions that touch the heart of the reader.
April 24, 2022
Such a blessing!
The book was a blessing for me because it reminded me that even when people and their decisions let me down that I serve a God, a father, who provides , protects, and loves his children.
The book was a blessing for me because it reminded me that even when people and their decisions let me down that I serve a God, a father, who provides , protects, and loves his children.
May 11, 2022
Sometimes It Takes Time
Wife on His Doorstep is a tender love story that will touch your heart. Two strong willed people find finally that being willing to compromise is a wonderful way to live together in peace when two people love one another. And what a nice ending!
Wife on His Doorstep is a tender love story that will touch your heart. Two strong willed people find finally that being willing to compromise is a wonderful way to live together in peace when two people love one another. And what a nice ending!
June 21, 2022
Wife on his Doorstep
Wife on his Doorstep by Patricia Johns, is a true redemption story. Miriam and Amos learn to deal with their past and move together with their future as they grow closer to God and each other with help from Mammi and friends. God is working in the details.
Wife on his Doorstep by Patricia Johns, is a true redemption story. Miriam and Amos learn to deal with their past and move together with their future as they grow closer to God and each other with help from Mammi and friends. God is working in the details.
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May 2, 2021Categories
Inspirational Romance, Contemporary Romance, Amish & Mennonite, Wholesome Romance
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Redemption's Amish Legacies (Book #3)
Inspirational Romance, Contemporary Romance, Amish & Mennonite, Wholesome Romance
Miniseries
Redemption's Amish Legacies (Book #3)
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May 2, 2021Categories
Inspirational Romance, Contemporary Romance, Amish & Mennonite, Wholesome Romance
Miniseries
Redemption's Amish Legacies (Book #3)
Inspirational Romance, Contemporary Romance, Amish & Mennonite, Wholesome Romance
Miniseries
Redemption's Amish Legacies (Book #3)
June 7, 2021
It makes you think about your own life and how you deal with them. Makes you remember your first years of marriage and how it was a learning period.
June 20, 2021
awesome book
June 22, 2021
This book's storyline was okay. This book's storyline was sad 😞. I liked the Christian theme in this story. I liked Miriam's character. I liked Amos's character. I liked the ending.
July 7, 2021
I really loved the whole story Sometimes when people are first married, they don't realize that it's a partnership and each one needs to give a little.
July 16, 2021
Loved it !!!
January 6, 2022
Very enjoyable story. Well written romance and not typical
May 7, 2022
Great book
July 19, 2022
She waved at people who were taking her photo?! Since when do the Amish like having their photo taken?! The constant bickering was too much.
September 23, 2022
Wife on his doorstep
Good book,not too long. I wasn't sure it would turn out the way it did. I won't give it away, a must read for yourself.
Good book,not too long. I wasn't sure it would turn out the way it did. I won't give it away, a must read for yourself.
June 11, 2023
Hope and Love
This was a beautiful story. It was full of love and wisdom. I never guessed anything about the most wonderful ending.
This was a beautiful story. It was full of love and wisdom. I never guessed anything about the most wonderful ending.
March 28, 2023
A sweet story of love and finding one’s self.
Miriam Lapp has been separated from her husband Amos Lapp for ten years. After returning to the home place to find some important papers, Miriam is ask to stay awhile to help with Amos’s grandmother whom has only a few weeks to live. After spending time together their love resurfaces but will they both be able to come to terms with what they each want?
Miriam Lapp has been separated from her husband Amos Lapp for ten years. After returning to the home place to find some important papers, Miriam is ask to stay awhile to help with Amos’s grandmother whom has only a few weeks to live. After spending time together their love resurfaces but will they both be able to come to terms with what they each want?
June 26, 2021
Wife on His Doorsyep is a heartwarming story written by Patricia John's in her Redemptions Amish Legacy series. This is the third book on this series and I recommend them all. This story has an unusual storyline and really pulled me in. I enjoyed getting to know Miriam and Amos' story. Amos is a hardworking Amish man who only wants to grow his carpentry shop his way but when his estranged wife shows up on his doorsyep unannounced things may take a different path. Mammi has just received word that she is very ill and only had a few weeks left and insist that Miriam stay at home with her husband to help care for her and the house. Amos doesn't know what will happen since they have. Been separated for ten years but will do anything for his precious Mammi. Can Miriam and Amos' set aside their differences for the sake of giving Mammi a special passing? This story really had me praying for all involved. This story is filled with heartbreak, love, forgiveness, and family.
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. I look forward to more amazing stories from this author.
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. I look forward to more amazing stories from this author.
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