Under the Midnight Sun {Review}

The third installment in the Heart of Alaska series, Under the Midnight Sun, takes us back to the Curry Hotel where we revisit such beloved characters as Cassidy, Alan, and Mrs. Johnson.  This time, the authors, Terri Peterson and Kimberly Woodhouse, focus on Thomas, the beloved orphan who has now grown up and returned from college.  Struggling to find his place in the world, Thomas finds that his growing discontent leaves him with a lot of questions.  When new hire, Taylor Hale, arrives, Thomas becomes frustrated that she is assigned as a new guide in the Alaskan wilderness.  As for Ms. Hale, Thomas' hesitation is nothing new.  Having worked in the National Parks system for years, she's used to living in a man's world.  But proving herself as a guide is nothing compared to what she faces if she returns home.  Hiding from an unfaithful ex-suitor, Taylor struggles to overcome her past and forge a new life.  Can Taylor and Thomas overcome their differences?  Or will Taylor's past catch up to her before she can open her heart?  And what changes are in store for our other beloved friends at the Curry Hotel?

Peterson and Woodhouse have done it again with the third, and final, book in the Heart of Alaska series.  With so many wonderful characters, they continue to bring fresh new storylines while remaining true to the first two books.  Against the backdrop of Alaska, this series introduces to multiple conflicts: against the elements, against others, and again man's own nature.  And while the focus is on Thomas' storyline, other plots play well in the background, wrapping up a happy ending for the Curry Hotel.  Although I would love to see this series continue, I am happy to say that Peterson and Woodhouse have left me with a content feeling that all is well for our friends in Alaska.  I would whole heartedly recommend this book to a friend and am happily looking forward to books written by these authors in the future.

*Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book from the publisher.  All opinions are my own.