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Yukon Quest #1-3
Yukon Quest Pack
A collection of three best-selling novels in the Yukon Quest series--Treasures of the North, Ashes and Ice, and Rivers of Gold--features characters that are faced with critical decisions, struggles, and tests of faith. 50,000 first printing.
704 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2004
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Tracie Peterson
252 books3,139 followersTracie Peterson is a bestselling author who writes in both historical and contemporary genres. Her novels reveal her love for research as well as her strong desire to develop emotionally meaningful characters and stories for her readers. Tracie and her family live in Montana.
pen name: Janelle Jamison
pen name: Janelle Jamison
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June 19, 2017
I liked having these three books in one volume. The way they are written, each story flows into the next, so even if I had all three separately, I'd have to get the next one. This way, I can just keep turning the page.
Grace Hawkins has been forced into marriage to her father's business partner, Martin Paxton. After he mistreats her, Grace and her companion, Karen, make plans to escape. With her mother's help, Grace flees all the way to the Yukon.
Taking them from Seattle to the Yukon is Captain Peter Colton. Peter and Grace are drawn to one another and spend time together when Peter comes to Skagway and Dyea to bring supplies. When Paxton shows up to try and force Grace to marry him, Peter suggests she marry him instead. It sounds strange, but he does love her, and she loves him as well, so it's not as cold as it sounds. The only problem - Peter does not share Grace's faith.
Karen is the emphasis in the second book, although we still hear a lot from Grace. She - Karen - is busy caring for Leah and Jacob (huh, I just realized their names; Leah and Jacob). TBH, I expected Karen to end up with Bill. But Adrik is a nice character too. Anyway, Karen is dealing with the loss of both her parents, her aunt, trying to help the children deal with the loss of their parents, and trying to figure out what God wants her to do. She, Adrik, the children, Grace, & Miranda end up traveling deeper into the Yukon Territory, in search of the truth of Bill Barringer.
Why are Grace and Miranda there? Well, at first, Peter and Grace's marriage is fine, but Grace's faith, and her desire to forgive Paxton, drive a wedge between her and Peter. Words are said and Peter and Grace end up apart. Grace and Miranda go back to the Yukon, where they end up traveling with the others. Grace believes Peter is done with them, while Peter is not sure what to think.
On the journey, Miranda is washed overboard and presumed dead by all her friends. A miscommunication to the Mounties leads Peter and his parents to believe Grace is dead. Peter is heartbroken. He had done a lot of soul searching and been counseled by a friend and has become a believer. He truly loved Grace and can't believe she is gone. He heads to the Yukon to retrieve Miranda (thinking her alive). Miranda was rescued by a native woman and an Englishman. She recuperates in the Englishman's cabin for several months, and then stays in a hotel in Dawson, while seeking to find her friends. She knows they are worried for her.
In the meantime, Karen, Grace, & the rest of them are trying to live the best they can. Grace had a baby (she was pregnant when they set out for the Yukon interior) and is desperately hoping Peter will come back to her. They, of course, are not looking for Miranda, but she is seeking information that might lead her back to them. In the meantime, she is helping the Englishman - Teddy Davenport - with his research and work and growing to love him. (I dislike the "falling in love" statement).
There are the classic near-misses of Miranda and her company that drive me bonkers, but when baby Andrew falls deathly ill, Miranda is reunited with all her friends. Not long after, Peter arrives. He is glad to see Miranda and shocked when she tells him she is married to Teddy. Even more shocking is when she says Grace is alive and has a baby!
It's a happy ending for all and it was a nice story. A good booksale find. (And yes, I read almost 700 pages in two days. I had a lot of free time on Father's Day).
Grace Hawkins has been forced into marriage to her father's business partner, Martin Paxton. After he mistreats her, Grace and her companion, Karen, make plans to escape. With her mother's help, Grace flees all the way to the Yukon.
Taking them from Seattle to the Yukon is Captain Peter Colton. Peter and Grace are drawn to one another and spend time together when Peter comes to Skagway and Dyea to bring supplies. When Paxton shows up to try and force Grace to marry him, Peter suggests she marry him instead. It sounds strange, but he does love her, and she loves him as well, so it's not as cold as it sounds. The only problem - Peter does not share Grace's faith.
Karen is the emphasis in the second book, although we still hear a lot from Grace. She - Karen - is busy caring for Leah and Jacob (huh, I just realized their names; Leah and Jacob). TBH, I expected Karen to end up with Bill. But Adrik is a nice character too. Anyway, Karen is dealing with the loss of both her parents, her aunt, trying to help the children deal with the loss of their parents, and trying to figure out what God wants her to do. She, Adrik, the children, Grace, & Miranda end up traveling deeper into the Yukon Territory, in search of the truth of Bill Barringer.
Why are Grace and Miranda there? Well, at first, Peter and Grace's marriage is fine, but Grace's faith, and her desire to forgive Paxton, drive a wedge between her and Peter. Words are said and Peter and Grace end up apart. Grace and Miranda go back to the Yukon, where they end up traveling with the others. Grace believes Peter is done with them, while Peter is not sure what to think.
On the journey, Miranda is washed overboard and presumed dead by all her friends. A miscommunication to the Mounties leads Peter and his parents to believe Grace is dead. Peter is heartbroken. He had done a lot of soul searching and been counseled by a friend and has become a believer. He truly loved Grace and can't believe she is gone. He heads to the Yukon to retrieve Miranda (thinking her alive). Miranda was rescued by a native woman and an Englishman. She recuperates in the Englishman's cabin for several months, and then stays in a hotel in Dawson, while seeking to find her friends. She knows they are worried for her.
In the meantime, Karen, Grace, & the rest of them are trying to live the best they can. Grace had a baby (she was pregnant when they set out for the Yukon interior) and is desperately hoping Peter will come back to her. They, of course, are not looking for Miranda, but she is seeking information that might lead her back to them. In the meantime, she is helping the Englishman - Teddy Davenport - with his research and work and growing to love him. (I dislike the "falling in love" statement).
There are the classic near-misses of Miranda and her company that drive me bonkers, but when baby Andrew falls deathly ill, Miranda is reunited with all her friends. Not long after, Peter arrives. He is glad to see Miranda and shocked when she tells him she is married to Teddy. Even more shocking is when she says Grace is alive and has a baby!
It's a happy ending for all and it was a nice story. A good booksale find. (And yes, I read almost 700 pages in two days. I had a lot of free time on Father's Day).
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August 28, 2019
I enjoyed reading the books but I liked the audible best. For me the narration was good.
There was some action in the story but most of it was light reading, yet at times I guessed what would happen next but I still enjoyed being pulled into the story. I was really glad that I had all three of the book at the same time, so I just jumped into the next book without delay.
December 18, 2017
i got this series from NY library the dates i start and finished are approximate
I enjoyed this series about some very strong women . it inspires you to not be a victim to circumstances . and to trust God He always has a plan .. based in history of the Gold rush in the 1800s
I enjoyed this series about some very strong women . it inspires you to not be a victim to circumstances . and to trust God He always has a plan .. based in history of the Gold rush in the 1800s
March 9, 2020
Oh I loved these books. The common story that took place in all of them connected the series as it centered around three different girls and their love lifes all of different ages to diffrent people, be it to the love of children or a future spouse. It was really really good.
May 2, 2025
I enjoyed reading this series. I love how the storyline is woven together throughout each book, so you keep learning more about each character. I can’t wait to read more about Jacob and Leah in the next series Alaskan Quest.
November 14, 2017
I enjoyed this novel a lot! Three stories of 3 strong very different women in the Alaska goldrush!
August 19, 2018
Couldn't put it down. A really encouraging read.
January 6, 2019
These ladies of the Yukon were brave. No thanks for this lifestyle. I would of never made it.
April 11, 2019
Collection of love stories set in Yukon in 1800's. Fun read.
June 26, 2020
It was a very awasome book
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March 1, 2022 Excellant series. Loved it!
January 24, 2023
definitely one of my favorite series ever. there is only one section that would not be ok for 13 and younger.
March 15, 2023
So gosh darn beautifully written!!!
November 10, 2016
Exceptional. Great characters. Explores greed, forgiveness, and trust. I'm so glad that I could read the entire series at once. Kind of sad to have it come to an end.
February 19, 2020
Tracie Peterson really gives me a lesson on patience in this trilogy. So many times, often the same person, would cause me so much strife and frustration, but the example person/character in the book would follow the right pathway of a Christian and point out just how impatient I was for them. I know it's just a book, but it makes me really think about reality. There were other characters that went through all the actions of both right and wrong and the feelings that you feel for their paths are powerful to reflect in truth.
March 9, 2009
This is what my friend calls a great "potato chip book". This historical fiction chronicles fictional characters during the development of Alaska during the gold rush days. This is Christian fiction, so the characters' developments include their spiritual journeys. A gentle, inspirational ride through a fascinating historical period.
November 5, 2011
I liked this book, I definately thought the story got better and stronger as it went into the second and third parts. I like how the stories reflected the lives of several characters, and how they all interacted with one another. I like historical fiction, and the author did a great job of setting the scene.
April 30, 2016
The story of Yukon's gold rush was interesting, I liked the book's plots and troubles that the main characters overcame and the flow of the story kept me interested. However, the romantic episodes left me with the feeling of high school romances. I didn't mind the Christian references as much as the romantic idolization. Would have liked more historical references of the time.
April 18, 2010
Like her books because the setting followed 3 different women and their lives in Alaska. How she weaved gospel principles into dealing with the struggles, trials, and disappointments of life to give them hope, and direction.
June 30, 2011
Borrowed from JB
OK this was definitely a romantic beach read. I don't think I would read Peterson again, it is too harliquiny. I sped read the all three books in one night just to get the story. Not well written.
OK this was definitely a romantic beach read. I don't think I would read Peterson again, it is too harliquiny. I sped read the all three books in one night just to get the story. Not well written.
July 8, 2011
Traci Peterson is a great author who reels a reader in and you never want to leave. I liked how she kept the characters throughout the three stories. This a great buy and it also gives some insight into the time and area. Loved it. I'll read this one again.
September 3, 2013
If you enjoy Christian, romance stories of the 1800's, I would recommend this book to you without question. She is one of my favorite writers and the pages turn so quickly, I am sorry the book is completed.
October 31, 2009
Loved the setting.
April 4, 2012
I just love this series.
June 27, 2012
Absolutely loved this series. Lots of fun
July 22, 2013
So good, nice easy blessed reading
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