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For Havyn Powell, growing up on her grandfather Chuck Bondrant's dairy outside the 1904 gold-rush boomtown of Nome, Alaska, offered all she needed. She had the love of her mother, two sisters, and grandfather. But now, at 23, Havyn realizes the stability of her life may soon vanish. Havyn is determined to find a way to keep the family together, but her grandfather's health is declining and everyone seems to be holding secrets from each other, including the handsome, dark-haired stranger who recently arrived. John Roselli arrives in Nome looking for a steady, consistent job. He has grown tired of the promises of getting rich quick and just wants an honest job with honest pay. His grandfather once knew a Chuck Bondrant, and so when John arrives at the dairy, he's quickly offered a job--and a path to more if he wants it. Havyn's plan for helping out the family means using her beautiful singing voice and her sisters' musical talent at a local roadhouse. They're an immediate hit, and it looks like her plan will be a success. But the spotlight brings with it dangerous eyes that covet Havyn and are jealous as she and John grow ever closer. But will they realize the peril before it's too late?
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I'm never quite sure what to expect of dual-author stories, but I honestly felt like this pairing brought out the strengths of both authors and I loved the story that resulted. It's set in the early years in Nome, Alaska and features three musically-talented sisters, their mother, and their grandfather. There is a mystery surrounding the loss of their father, plus tragedy to overcome as the mother and grandfather face serious health issues.
I enjoyed seeing the girls figure out how to support themselves when money grew tight and the chickens were pretty funny! A quiet romance is featured as well.
Thanks to the publisher for a free reading copy. A favorable review was not required.