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In this third book in the Prairie Legacy Series, Virginia dreams that having a home of her own will surely satisfy the longings of her heart. But when the storms in her life test the depths of her heart and faith, where will she turn?
Through the years, Virginia Simpson had learned that Grandma Marty's wisdom was right. When God allows something to be taken from you, He replaces it with something better. The long-awaited return of Jonathan and their renewed courtship, with a wedding soon to follow, are proof of God's loving ways. But the inner strength that God has been forming in Virginia's life through trials and disappointments is far from complete.
Married life isn't quite what Virginia expected, and when an old friend presents a surprising choice for the couple, Virginia must decide from whom to draw her strength.
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"The author wrote this book to show how hard it was to start a family. Also to start a farm. Also to show that their faith in God helped them get though their problems and to show that God will help us get though our problems today."
— Caroline (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Oke’s fans will relish the directness and simplicity of the novel, and they will enjoy watching as sensitivity, intelligence, and faith gradually shape Virginia into a young woman who gives generously to others and overcomes the disappointments life brings her way.”
— Booklist
A Quiet Strength Listener Reviews
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Kenneth Franklin Sr., 2/26/2022
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" Another simple, good read by Janette Oke. "
— Jana, 1/20/2014 -
" I thought this was very good. "
— Annalise, 1/12/2014 -
" I really liked this book!!! The main character learned how to be selfless and more caring in the midst of chaos. She also learned how to trust God in hard times and deal with disappointments and loss. "
— Rachel, 11/28/2013 -
" I love this story about the beginnings of Virginia's marriage, dealing with the adjustments and the difficulties and even a few irritating surprises. "
— Rachel, 11/15/2013 -
" Great book about a marriage relationship and the demands of family life. "
— Laura, 5/15/2013 -
" I just read this not long ago. I loved it! I wish i could write like Janette oke :p "
— Emily, 4/22/2013 -
" really good and i love the things it has to teach us "
— Cambria, 4/14/2013 -
" as always, another great addition to the series. "
— Rachel, 4/14/2013 -
" A wonderful continuation in the series. Virginia has a similar faith like her grandfather, and yet has a lot to learn, too (which she does throughout the story). Feel-good book and a fairly quick read. "
— Jennifer, 10/21/2012 -
" again another great book by this author. "
— Kathryn, 8/11/2012 -
" This may be my favorite Janette Oke book so far. At worst it's a close second. I actually liked it better than Loves Comes Softly and that whole series. I don't often reread books, but I am tempted with this one. "
— Bethany, 5/15/2012 -
" As part of the series this book was good but I did not like the way Virginia was developed. "
— Meghan, 1/10/2012 -
" I must say, Virginia has far more patience with her friend Jenny than I ever would!! ...I really enjoyed the romance between Virginia and Jonathan. Does he have any brothers who live in this time period?! "
— Kristy, 7/19/2011 -
" I wasn't really drawn in to this entire book. The characters weren't that real to me however, I did find the description of the life of a young mother and the struggles and feelings to be true to life (mine anyway). "
— Julie, 5/23/2011 -
" Who said marriage was easy (or friendship)? BUT...little hearts always need love...and don't forget it!! "
— Christine, 5/22/2011 -
" Don't know if it is me or the book, but I am beginning to appreciate these books more. This one seemed to be somewhat a faster read! I may have to go back at some point and re-read these and see how I feel about them then! "
— Christine, 4/5/2011 -
" ahh, prairie life. I can't imagine going back and experiencing this era written about, but reading this book makes me wish I didn't take the simple things for granted. "
— Lina, 2/25/2011 -
" Very predictable story about love and faith. Some would find it boring I guess. It sort of made me think about my faith. It's easy to give advice to people who are going through difficult times in their lives but what are you doing when bad things happen in yours? "
— Candy, 2/3/2011 -
" I really liked this book!!! The main character learned how to be selfless and more caring in the midst of chaos. She also learned how to trust God in hard times and deal with disappointments and loss. "
— Rachel, 1/7/2011 -
" Very predictable story about love and faith. Some would find it boring I guess. It sort of made me think about my faith. It's easy to give advice to people who are going through difficult times in their lives but what are you doing when bad things happen in yours? "
— Candy, 11/30/2010 -
" I wasn't really drawn in to this entire book. The characters weren't that real to me however, I did find the description of the life of a young mother and the struggles and feelings to be true to life (mine anyway). "
— Julie, 8/6/2010 -
" Great book about a marriage relationship and the demands of family life. "
— Laura, 6/23/2010 -
" I must say, Virginia has far more patience with her friend Jenny than I ever would!! ...I really enjoyed the romance between Virginia and Jonathan. Does he have any brothers who live in this time period?! "
— Kristy, 6/18/2010 -
" again another great book by this author. "
— Kathryn, 1/8/2010 -
" I love this story about the beginnings of Virginia's marriage, dealing with the adjustments and the difficulties and even a few irritating surprises. "
— Rachel, 12/1/2009 -
" Who said marriage was easy (or friendship)? BUT...little hearts always need love...and don't forget it!! "
— Christine, 8/13/2009 -
" I just read this not long ago. I loved it! I wish i could write like Janette oke :p "
— Emily, 4/14/2009 -
" as always, another great addition to the series. "
— Rachel, 10/16/2008 -
" I thought this was very good. "
— Annalise, 9/23/2007
About Janette Oke
Janette Oke, recipient of the 1992 ECPA President’s Award for her significant contribution to the CBA industry and to Christian fiction, has also been awarded the coveted Gold Medallion Award for fiction. Oke and her husband live in Alberta, Canada.
About Marguerite Gavin
Marguerite Gavin is a seasoned theater veteran, a five-time nominee for the prestigious Audie Award, and the winner of numerous AudioFile Earphones and Publishers Weekly awards. She has been an actor, director, and audiobook narrator for her entire professional career. With over four hundred titles to her credit, her narration spans nearly every genre, from nonfiction to mystery, science fiction, fantasy, romance, and children’s fiction. AudioFile magazine says, “Marguerite Gavin…has a sonorous voice, rich and full of emotion.”