The Icecutter's Daughter (Land of Shining Water)
Being a woman has never kept Merrill from fully participating in her family's business, despite the advice of her good friend, who disapproves of her unladylike behavior. Merrill genuinely loves the difficult but rewarding tasks--working with the animals alongside her brothers and enjoying the harsh but pristine beauty of a Minnesota winter.When Rurik Jorgensen takes an interest in her, Merrill can scarcely believe that this handsome man might hope to court her. But just as she dares to open her heart to the possibility, her dreams are crushed by the arrival of Svea Olsson. Svea's intentions toward Rurik are clear...and she's determined to get her way.Will obligation force Rurik and Merrill apart? Or can she dare to believe that all things will work together for good?--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.