The Icecutter's Daughter by Tracie Peterson

Back Cover:

As the lone female in a houseful of men, Merrill Krause dedicates her life to caring for her family and their business, as her dying mother asked. Besides, it suits her; she's never felt like she fits what most people expect in a girl--she'd rather work with her father’s horses and assist with the ice harvest. And though she’s been mostly content up to this point, a part of her wonders if there will ever be anyone who will notice her amid the bevy of brothers determined to protect her from any possible suitors.
When Rurik Jorgenson arrives in their small Minnesota town to join his uncle's carpentry business, he soon crosses paths with Merrill. But unlike other men, who are often frightened away by her older brothers, Rurik isn't intimidated by them or by Merrill's strength and lack of femininity. The attraction between them begins to build...until Rurik's former fiance shows up with wild claims that bring serious consequences to Rurik.
Can Rurik and Merrill learn to trust God--and each other--when scandal threatens their newfound love?


Review:

I enjoyed reading The Icecutter's Daughter - it's everything you expect in a light, cute chic-lit novel.

Merrill is the dedicated loving daughter, with no time for men in her life. Rurik is the dashing young man, coming to town to help his uncle. They meet, and of course, fall in love. Both characters are deep, wonderful characters, supported by the fabulous supporting characters. I find too often the characters in chic-lit books, are flighty, shallow characters, but I was thankful that Tracie Peterson gave her characters some substance.

I'm not saying that this book is boring in any way. With a bit of American history, intrigue and mystery, The Icecutter's Daughter is the perfect chic-lit book one enjoys reading every once in a while. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series.


Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc.
Available at your favourite bookseller from Bethany House, a division of Baker Publishing Group.