• Once Upon a Summer

  • Seasons of the Heart, Book 1
  • By: Janette Oke
  • Narrated by: Johnny Heller
  • Length: 5 hrs and 46 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (141 ratings)

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Once Upon a Summer

By: Janette Oke
Narrated by: Johnny Heller
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Publisher's summary

Best-selling author of Too Long a Stranger and Julia's Last Hope, Janette Oke is loved for her inspirational novels. In Once Upon a Summer, Oke weaves the tender tale of 12-year-old, Joshua, who has been raised by his 18-year-old aunt and their grandparents. He has grown accustomed to their close-knit family, but that is all about to change when Joshua's aunt considers marriage. Johnny Heller touchingly narrates the trials of faith this family must face.
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Excellent Series, and Wonderful Narrator!

I thoroughly enjoyed all four audiobooks in this series, this being the first. We cannot (yet!) locate books by series as far as I know - I can say that all four (and the sequence is Summer - Autumn - Winter - Spring) are excellent. Well written, and extremely well read, with voices capturing and conveying the unique personalities of the various kind and memorable characters. I will watch for other Audible offerings by both this author and narrator! Enjoy!!

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Good coming of age story!

This is a great coming of age story where the protagonist also struggles to understand his faith. A great story reminding us that God is good. I also liked the narrators voice and performance.

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loved this series.

I really enjoyed this feel good coming of age series! It is an encouraging story!

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Wholesome Story

This is a very good wholesome story that keeps you interested and captivated. The narrator is great too.

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This story is told from the heart

I loved the Christian theme that wasn't preaching but shared a lot about life's struggles & faith. The narrator's voice was wonderful & captured the story well! The characters were real & fun. The story was amazing & kept me listening. I really enjoyed the detailed descriptions. I'm looking forward to reading the next book in this series.

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honesty

I like the simple and honest life. how get over the anger felt inside.

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Narrator brought the story to life

This is an excellent example of how a great narrator makes a good story awesome.

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Great

Very insightful.. at times I find myself feeling the same way Joshua did, thinking God doesn’t love me or care.. I have to stop myself and be reminded that he does everything for my good… thank you for this story❤️

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Janette Oke always a favorite

Janette Oke has always been a favorite and this book didn’t disappoint! Great narrator who was a PTO listen to.

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Young boys take on loss and God's love

Loved this story. Great reminders for anyone of any age, of God's love for us.

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