When Calls the Heart (Canadian West Book #1)

Janette Oke

Feb 2005 · Canadian West Book 1 · Baker Books

About this ebook

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. Book 1 of the bestselling Canadian West series.

Ratings and reviews

I had read several of the books in this collection many years ago, but couldn't remember the story very well, I had the first one in my Kindle collection, so when I saw a chance to buy the whole collection of 6 through Google Books, I jumped at it. I just finished reading Book 1 and, as remembered, it is delightful and beautifully written. I loved following Elizabeth on her train trip from Toronto to the West. Her experience of teaching school to all grades in a one room classroom is very familiar to me, as that was how I received my education in PEI until a H.S. was built when I was entering Grade 10. Looking forward to reading the whole collection about the Canadian West, thanks to Janette Oke.

I first watched the television series on the Hallmark Channel. Then saw the movie. And this book came last. It was beautiful. I understand the Elizabeth in the book is supposed to be the Aunt of the Elizabeth in the series. I love both Elizabeths. This is the first book I have read in its entirety in quite some time as life is busy. But it was worth every spare second i could find to read it. As a teacher myself, i found similarities in Ms. Thatcher s students to my own 8th graders. Absolutely loved it!

This wasn't the story I thought it was going to be but I loved it just ad much, I love how you get so involved with the people. Ms. Oke brings all her characters to life. I can't wait to start the next one.

About the author

Janette Oke, recipient of the 1992 ECPA President's Award and the 1999 CBA Life Impact Award for her significant contribution to the Christian book industry, has also won both the Gold Medallion Award and the Christy Award for fiction. Janette and her husband, Edward, live in Alberta, Canada.