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nglofile 's review for:
When Calls the Heart
by Janette Oke
This was going to be a re-read, but other demands are cutting my revisit short. That may not be a bad thing.
I first read this series as a young teen, and though I don't remember the specifics of the saga, I recall the warm feelings it inspired. The television adaptation is much loved, and, though I know the two have little other than basics in common, it seemed a good time to revisit this flavor of storytelling to refresh insight into its appeal. Unfortunately for my purposes, I was confronted with how the writing style seems to be very much a product of its time and the characterization strikes false notes. Ironically, Elizabeth lacks...heart.
audiobook note: One pleasant surprise was the higher quality of audio production. My experience with faith fiction adaptations has been mediocre at best, but this is evidence that devotees interested in audio don't need to compromise. Strong, clear narration with moderated emotion successfully realizes the author's vision.
I first read this series as a young teen, and though I don't remember the specifics of the saga, I recall the warm feelings it inspired. The television adaptation is much loved, and, though I know the two have little other than basics in common, it seemed a good time to revisit this flavor of storytelling to refresh insight into its appeal. Unfortunately for my purposes, I was confronted with how the writing style seems to be very much a product of its time and the characterization strikes false notes. Ironically, Elizabeth lacks...heart.
audiobook note: One pleasant surprise was the higher quality of audio production. My experience with faith fiction adaptations has been mediocre at best, but this is evidence that devotees interested in audio don't need to compromise. Strong, clear narration with moderated emotion successfully realizes the author's vision.