Firstly I'd like to say how proud I think Michael Landon Sr. is with his sons work. I can't understand why people constantly compare films with original books because there is never normally the time for films to replicate what is contained in a book although changes in story etc can be off-putting I know. That said, I personally liked this film, the characters, preferred the actress Erin Cottrell in the lead role and thought there were some excellent performances from actors in other parts like John Savage,Frank McRae and William Morgan Sheppard POSS.SPOILER :-who had one of the best lines of the film,it certainly makes you swallow hard, when he said 'This is the first present I've ever got' or words to that effect when Missie gave all the Ranch-hands something for Christmas. There are Christian messages in the film in more than one place and I thought this made the film.It was very easy going and nice to watch and I would recommend it to anyone.

I love all of the movies in the Love Comes Softly series, but this was my favorite yet! Erin Cottrell and Logan Bartholomew do a great job as Missie and Willie, and there is a lot more action and excitement added to the romance of the first two in this series. God's protection along the way in the LaHaye's family's new life is very evident, and the same heart for others that Missie had in Love's Enduring Promise is clearly seen in this movie. I also loved the sweet friendship between Missie and Miriam, and their willingness and eagerness to help each other out in whatever way they can. Well worth seeing, I can't wait for number 4! Great, clean family movie for all!!!

Missie (Erin Cottrell) and Willie LaHaye (Logan Bartholomew) set off on their own to start their new homestead. She keeps her pregnancy secret from Willie. Trent, Mason, and Sonny Huff are a gang of bandits. Missie befriends Sonny's little brother Jeff. Willie hires Henry, Fyn Anders, Cookie, and Scottie to start his cattle range. Miriam Red Hawk McClain and Sean McClain are their new neighbors. There are Indians in the area led by Miriam's brother Sharp Claw.

Erin Cottrell does a competent job taking over the role of Missie. She really fits the character. The actors are all solid. It's a fair Hallmark movie. The tension is pretty low for most of the movie. The bandits are broad villains. It's all very gentle and sincere.