Still Waters
Still Waters by Patricia Johns, published by Baker Publishing Group on November 4, 2025, is a 352-page novel that delves into the complexities of family and faith within the Amish community. The story follows Beth Peachy, who arrives in Lancaster County to care for her grandmother, only to confront the hidden truths her family has kept from her. As dementia threatens to erase her grandmother’s memories, Beth embarks on a quest for answers that could impact her future in the Amish church.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines Beth’s journey with that of her childhood friend, Danny Lapp, who grapples with his own familial challenges. As they reconnect, both characters seek to uncover the past while navigating their evolving relationship. The book explores themes of romance, family secrets, and spirituality, set against the backdrop of an Old Order Amish community. This edition offers a thoughtful exploration of friendship and second chances, making it a relevant choice for those interested in literature that reflects on personal and communal faith.
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Their hidden past brings questions about their future . . . together.
Unsure of her future within the Amish community, Beth Peachy arrives in Lancaster County for the summer to care for her ailing grandmother. Yet with dementia threatening to steal away Mammi’s memories, Beth’s visit quickly evolves into an urgent search for answers to questions that her relatives seem determined to avoid. How can Beth possibly make a lifelong vow to the Amish church when her own family is concealing so much of the past from her?
Beth’s childhood friend Danny Lapp faces his own dilemma as his ex-Amish older brother turns his back on their family upbringing, dishonoring his Plain heritage. Struggling to find some sort of connection with his brother despite their deep difference of opinion, Danny is determined to find a solution before church leadership becomes involved. As Beth and Danny reconnect and seek to help each other in their search for answers, they find themselves stirring up not only surprising revelations about the past, but questions about a possible future–together.
“A tender journey that explores friendship, second chances, and finding unexpected love.”–AMY CLIPSTON, bestselling author of The Heart’s Shelter
Book clubs and fans of Beverly Lewis, Suzanne Woods Fisher, and Wanda E. Brunstetter will love this can’t-put-down mix of romance, family secrets, and touching faith in an Old Order Amish community.
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