Janette Oke is known for her "Love Comes Softly" series of novels, but she has other works including "Heart of the Wilderness." The story begins with young Kendra being orphaned when her parents are killed in an accident. Kendra goes to live with her Grandfather "Papa Mac" who makes his living as a trapper in the Canadian wilderness.
Kendra is also raised by Papa Mac's native friend Nonie. Janette Oke is a fine writer and in the context of the story she skillfully explores weighty themes such as mythology, prejudice, death, and the ways of nature and man. There is also a little romance thrown in.
All of the characters in the novel resemble real people complete with weaknesses and strengths. Heart of the Wilderness is well worth reading.
Kendra is also raised by Papa Mac's native friend Nonie. Janette Oke is a fine writer and in the context of the story she skillfully explores weighty themes such as mythology, prejudice, death, and the ways of nature and man. There is also a little romance thrown in.
All of the characters in the novel resemble real people complete with weaknesses and strengths. Heart of the Wilderness is well worth reading.
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