Jeb's Wife

Written by Patricia Johns

Narrated by Stina Nielsen

Patricia Johns’ sensitive storytelling brings depth and heart to this tender story of second chances, as an
Amish woman embarks on marriage with the gruff farmer next door …

Once, Leah Riehl prayed for a husband. The man she loved chose another, wanting the children that Leah can’t
provide. But she’s found a measure of peace, keeping house for her brother, Simon, and teaching in a nearby town.
Now though, Simon’s debts to an Englisher gambling ring have left Leah with a desperate dilemma—and a surprising
offer from her scarred, reclusive neighbor. Jebadiah King needs to marry in order to claim his family farm. A union,
for appearances only, will help them both.

Jeb knows his scars make him a less than ideal husband, but he can be a useful one. It’s the least that Leah deserves.
But despite the promises he made to himself, Jeb can’t help longing for his lovely, warmhearted new wife. His first
marriage brought heartbreak, but Leah’s gentle smiles spark hope again. Are they willing to take the leap that love
requires—and open themselves to all the challenges and joy a true marriage could bring?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc.
• Release date: Aug 25, 2020
• ISBN: 9781980056218

Patricia Johns

Patricia Johns writes from Alberta, Canada where she lives with her husband and son. She has her Honors BA in English Literature and has written in other genres under different names before coming to Harlequin. She loves prairie skies and time with her family.  

Reviews for Jeb's Wife

[Ron Sites · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book! Not your usual Amish book, it goes deeper into the lifestyle
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[JoAnn Fredendall McGowan · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Fabulous book! I couldn’t put it down!

A story of rumors, false truths and hurt. However Lea helps Jeb in a way he never expected.

I wish it didn’t end!

[kris_anderson-1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Jeb’s Wife by Patricia Johns is a sweet Amish romance novel. I thought Jeb’s Wife was well-written with developed characters and steady pacing. I liked that Rosmanda and Levi from Thursday’s Bride are included in this story, so we get to catch up with them. Jeb’s Wife can be read as a standalone. Leah Riehl is trying to recover from the loss of Matthew. She loved him and he broke her heart. She cannot believe how quickly Matthew moved on and that he picked an eighteen-year-old as his bride. Leah raised her younger brother, Simon after their parents died when she was sixteen. She feels responsible for his behavior that has caused concern in their community. Leah is shocked when she discovers that Simon has been playing cards and owes an exorbitant amount of money. Jebadiah King is a widower who had a less than ideal first marriage. Jeb lost his wife in a barn fire and became badly scarred while trying to save her. He has become reclusive with only his uncle, Peter for company. Peter has died and put an unexpected clause in his will. A marriage of convenience would solve Leah, Simon, and Jeb’s problems. We soon see that a marriage of convenience is easier said than done. Jeb’s Wife is an emotional story. It touches on some unique situations for an Amish novel which I liked. There are some issues that the feminist in me rebelled at. That a woman’s worth is measured by whether or not she has a husband and children is one of them. I liked Jeb with his no-nonsense outlook and introverted ways (being an introvert myself, I could relate). Leah was the perfect counterpart for Jeb. We see that being part of a community as well as a family can have its ups and downs. We see that whether you are Amish or English, you have the same types of problems. Jeb’s Wife is a special story that I enjoyed reading. I am looking forward to Patricia Johns next Amish novel. Jeb’s Wife is a poignant tale that will linger with you long after you finish the last page.

[ladyofthelodge · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

"Jeb's Wife" fits into the category of Amish romance, but Leah and Jeb find the road to romance to be rocky indeed. A marriage of convenience solves several problems for both Leah and Jeb. Leah acquires security and some community status as a married woman. Jeb retains ownership of his farm in accordance with his uncle's final will and testament. However, both of them carry scars from previous relationships, some physical scars and some emotional ones. When gossip in the Amish community threatens to break their marriage, Jeb and Leah must come to grips with what marriage and love really mean to them.This book deals with realistic situations, including addictions, physical disability, the evil of gossip, and the true meaning of marriage. The characters are described well, and demonstrate qualities of strength and courage in the face of adversity. While there were a few threads left hanging at the end of the novel, for the most part the ending is satisfactory. Emotions I experienced when reading this novel ran the gamut from sadness to joy; I wanted to cry and also to cheer! Although part of a series, the novel can be read as a standalone. Readers of the previous novels in the series will be reunited with old friends. This is a clean read, without strong language, violence, or explicit sexual descriptions. I received this book from the publisher and from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. The opinions expressed here are entirely my own.

[alekee_1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I have read and enjoyed other books by this author and this book is no exception. The plot is awesome, love how this story unfolds, and it was so real.Loving and being rejected by someone you love, a catalyst between these two, Leah and Jeb. Then there is Simon, I wanted to shake him, but he does have an addiction, and it may seem simple to me to stay away, for him it wasn't. An odd marriage, yes, but can these to forge a loving relationship, two broken souls, that have somehow found each other.When the final pages were turned, I wanted more, I wanted to stay with these two, and I can picture and see what could happen, but you need to turn the covers of this book yourself. Enjoy!I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Zebra and was not required to give a positive review.