The Meeting Place (Thorndike Inspirational) [Large Print] [Hardcover]

Janette Oke (Author), T. Davis Bunn (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1999 | Series: Thorndike Inspirational

The year was 1753, and the lines of separation were firmly drawn. The French had named the region Acadia, their "beloved home, " but the British came prepared to do battle for the new continent. The settlers were either French or English, and though their villages were but a stone's throw apart, most could go an entire lifetime without speaking to someone from the other side. But a chance encounter begins a friendship that will propel two young women on a journey from which they can never turn back...

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

In 1753, the French and British settlers of Acadia are divided by threats of war. Realizing that fighting will surely break out if the British government demands oaths of loyalty from the French settlers, Catherine Price hopes for the best and continues to plan her wedding to Lieutenant Andrew Harrow. Louise Belleveau is also planning to marry, and the two women meet accidentally while picking wildflowers for their wedding bouquets. They quickly form a bond, only to have their friendship threatened by the growing tension between their two societies. Oke and Bunn's (The Matchmakers, LJ 11/1/97) huge readership should find much to enjoy in this smoothly written romantic adventure, though others may be put off by the overstated messages about peace, love, and the importance of God.
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About the Author

Janette Oke (pronounced "oak") pioneered inspirational fiction and is the leading author in the category today. Love Comes Softly, her first novel, has sold over one million copies. Janette is now the bestselling author of over 70 books, 32 of which have been translated into fourteen languages. Her books have sold over 22 million copies.

Janette receives fan mail from all over the world and answers each letter personally. She received the 1992 President's Award from the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association for her significant contribution to Christian fiction, the 1999 CBA Life Impact Award and has been awarded the Gold Medallion Award for fiction.

Janette and her husband, Edward, have four grown children and enjoy their many grandchildren. They make their home in Canada. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 382 pages
• Publisher: Thorndike Press (August 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0783886586
• ISBN-13: 978-0783886589
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,022,172 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not What I Expected., March 24, 2000

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Marc Abla - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Meeting Place (Song of Acadia #1) (Paperback)

I have been a collector of Janette Oke's books since her first books were published. I haven't read any of her co-authored books until this one. I loved her other books so well I was afraid the co-authored books wouldn't be as good. I was wrong! I loved this book and like the other reviewers, can't wait to get my hands on the sequel. I am ready to go out and buy her other co-authored books to add to my collection now. I would recommend any of Janette Oke's books.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I agree, it's their best so far!, November 19, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Meeting Place (Song of Acadia #1) (Paperback)

I loved the storyline, but I also was really drawn into the characters, and almost felt as if they were friends of mine. I identified deeply with the two ladies, and I felt their conflicts. I've read all of Janette Oke's books, and all of their combined efforts, and this one touched my heart the most.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Please, tell me there's a sequel!, March 21, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Meeting Place (Song of Acadia #1) (Paperback)

I have read many Janette Oke books, but this was, by far, the best. It means nothing to me about historical accuracy, but another reviewer was absolutely right when she said that it's a story about how racism and hatred can hurt innocent people. But God's love was shown beautifully through 2 women of different cultures. This book had more quality storyline than any previous books by the same author. The only down side was the book ended and I was left crying my eyes out! I would certainly hope that Janette Oke & T Davis Bunn will write a sequel!