Through her dozens of novels, including The Bluebird and the Sparrow and Too Long a Stranger, Janette Oke has become one of today's most beloved inspirational writers. In Julia's Last Hope, drawing on the Canadian landscapes she knows so well, Oke crafts the tale of a courageous woman faced with one of the most difficult times of her life. Julia Harrigan, her husband John, and their two daughters live in scenic Calder Springs, high in the Canadian Rockies. John manages a large lumber mill, and their home is the grandest in town. But when the mill closes, many jobs disappear. To give her family and community support, Julia must now draw on her faith in God more than ever. Alexandra O'Karma's warm narration enhances each of Julia's heartfelt moments and encouraging messages. In this wonderful testament to divine wisdom, the combination of O'Karma's voice and Oke's moving story creates a truly inspiring audio experience.
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"This book was not typical of Janette Oke's style, and it was different than most books I've read, but nevertheless I really liked it. It was really interesting and actually a cliffhanger for once! I look forward to reading more of the "Women of the West" series. " — Samwise (4 out of 5 stars)
"This book was not typical of Janette Oke's style, and it was different than most books I've read, but nevertheless I really liked it. It was really interesting and actually a cliffhanger for once! I look forward to reading more of the "Women of the West" series. "
" Another okay Janette Oke novel; nothing I would recommend as a good, moving story. Actually it was kinda blah in certain parts. "
" I have really come to love this Christian writer. Wonderful wholesome and faith-promoting books. "
" good story--sad but happy ending "
" Janeete Oke is one of my favorite author's. I am not baptist but I love the religeous elements of her story. It also helps that they are historical fiction, my favorite! I always feel like I am part of her stories. This one was no exception! "
" This book was not typical of Janette Oke's style, and it was different than most books I've read, but nevertheless I really liked it. It was really interesting and actually a cliffhanger for once! I look forward to reading more of the "Women of the West" series. "
" This was an okay read. A bit to much preaching for me, but if you like preachy kind of books you may like this one. However, I have my own faith, so don't need this kind of preachiness. "
" John Harrigan built his wife Julia a beautiful home in Calder Springs, but when the mill closed, the town started to dwindle. What were they to do? This was a good story of giving up the things in life and concentrating on the people in it. "
" A pretty story about dealing with widowhood and making a living on one's own. "
" I read this awhile ago, and don't really remember it. I don't think it was the best of her writing. "
" It was an enjoyable read. "
" This was my least favorite of her books so far. Very much a book about nothing much.... "
" Borrowed from church library. Adult fiction. "
" This is one of my least favorite Janette Oke books because it's rather boring and not written as well as some. But it does have some sweetness. "
" Re-read this again. I love all of Janette Oke's books. There are still a few I haven't read. I wish our library had them! "
" helps to see who people suffer when they lose there job! "
" This was so not my favorite Janette Oke book, but still ok. "
" I love this Women of the West Series. "
" When we finished this book Mike said that was more than 200 pages of waiting for nothing to happen. I understand the struggle, but this book was different. "
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.
Alexandra O’Karma has appeared on regional stages, television, film, Broadway, and off-Broadway. You may have seen her with Tommy Lee Jones in the film Yuri Nosenko, KGB, or on episodes of One Life to Live. She was the Reader in the four-time Emmy winner, Festival of Lessons & Carols and appeared on Broadway in Getting Married. In the national tour of Death Trap, she performed with Elliot Gould, and she played opposite George Segal in Toronto in the contemporary play, Double Act.
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