The heart of the wilderness (by Janette Oke)

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'The heart of the wilderness' is a light Christian novel for teenagers or adults. It's by the popular Canadian author Janette Oke.

It's about a young girl called Kandra. She is tragically orphaned, and goes to live with her grandfather. He is a trapper in the backwoods of the United States.

Kandra grows up secure and confident. She is educated at home, and knows that she is loved. She emerges into the adult world to learn about God, and about other people.

I thought this book made a pleasant light read. There's a clear Christian message, but it's presented without too much preaching.

Recommended.