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Janette Oke
Janette Oke

Janette Oke is a Canadian author renowned for her historical novels. Born on February 18, 1935, she began writing in 1967 and has since published numerous works. Her novels often set in the Canadian prairies, tell the stories of ordinary people living in challenging environments. more

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