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When Calls the Heart (Canadian West, Bk 1)
When Calls the Heart - Canadian West, Bk 1
Author: Janette Oke
Young, pretty, cultured and educated, Elizabeth's eastern upbringing in a rather well-to-do family has not prepared her for a teaching position on the Canadian frontier. But she squares her shoulders and takes on her formidable task with love, humor and determination. She is just as determined not to become romantically involved with a front...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780871236111
ISBN-10: 0871236117
Publication Date: 4/1983
Pages: 221
Rating:
  • Currently 4.2/5 Stars.
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4.2 stars, based on 95 ratings
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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reviewed When Calls the Heart (Canadian West, Bk 1) on + 20 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
This is book 1 of 4 and I loved all of them! Their is also a sequel Beyond the Gathering Storm that is just as good. Ms. Oke is a wonder. How she writes so many books and makes each one so special is beyond me.
K9Mom avatar reviewed When Calls the Heart (Canadian West, Bk 1) on
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I enjoyed the Canadian West series. I think Janet Oak is a fine author and I would recommend her books to anyone who enjoys a good Christian love story.
sandrasshelves avatar reviewed When Calls the Heart (Canadian West, Bk 1) on + 6 more book reviews
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I sometimes enjoy a good Christian romance novel, especially if it also happens to be historical. Janette oke is and always has been considered a very gifted author. I believe her books have won many awards, and rightly so. Her writings make me feel like I am actually there. Her characters are so well developed. I am a teacher, so I could be a bit biased, (smile) but the setting of out west, teaching in one of our great country's earliest schools, is a wide, open door for adventure and humor. This series is one I recommended to my teenage daughter as well, as she thoroughly enjoyed them, too! Canadian West is one wonderful series, and it does a fantastic job following our character.
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Helpful Score: 1
This book was an enjoyable read. The author did a very good job of conveying what life was life for a women used to the finer things in life,and suddenly finds herself making it on her own in the wilderness. Some of the passages that reference God(written by a Christian Author)are a little too lengthy,but overall a feel good story with a strong female character.
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charlimo avatar reviewed When Calls the Heart (Canadian West, Bk 1) on + 23 more book reviews
Enjoyable series!
reviewed When Calls the Heart (Canadian West, Bk 1) on + 5 more book reviews
I have enjoyed this series by Janette Oke. Nice light reading that has a good story.
reviewed When Calls the Heart (Canadian West, Bk 1) on + 313 more book reviews
This is book #1 in the Canadian West Series.

Nothing in her cultured East Coast upbringing prepared Elizabeth for a teaching position on the Canadian frontier. Yet, despite the constant hardships, she loves the children in her care.

Determined to do the best job she can and fighting to survive the harsh land, Elizabeth is surprised to find her heart softening towards a certain member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
srp avatar reviewed When Calls the Heart (Canadian West, Bk 1) on + 47 more book reviews
Quick nice read!!!
maydayzee avatar reviewed When Calls the Heart (Canadian West, Bk 1) on + 746 more book reviews
I find Janette Oke books so inspiring and this one was no exception. The strong main character, though young and head-strong, has many endearing qualities. As a retired teacher, I especially enjoyed and admired the way she was able to help children of all ages learn with almost no supplies nor teaching aids. I enjoyed the setting--Western Canada in the early 1900's. This book was about pioneer spirit and a way of life a hundred years ago.
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Beth Thatcher takes a teaching position on the Canadian frontier. She is determined NOT to become romantically involved with any frontiersmen...until she meets Wynn Delaney, a dashing Royal Canadian Mountie.


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