The Alaska Saga Review: A Light in the Window

Hello, dearies! I’m back with another three parter series, The Alaska Saga by Tracie Peterson. I don’t have much of an intro today, so why don’t we dive right in? It’s the review you’re here for today anyways! Today’s review is on A Light in the Window, novella #1 of The Alaska Saga.

Summary

Nurse Julie Eriksson cares for the victims of the 1925 dipheria epidemic while Sam waits quietly, willing to give anything to see her save their own struggling relationship. Where is hope when they need it most? ~blurb taken from book

Evaluation

I’ve read a few of Tracie Peterson’s novels, including some novellas, and I’ve loved them! She is a fantastic author! But I was slightly disappointed with this one. It moved really fast and seemed a tad choppy to me. And I know, it’s a novella, the story has to move fast, but I’ve read other novellas with smoother pacing. The point of view switching was confusing. One paragraph would be from Sam’s and the next paragraph was from Julie’s POV. With no warning, like a page break or symbol or whatever it’s called. And lastly Sam. Warning: this is my opinion, other’s opinions may vary on him. But I found Sam too overbearing and familiar with Julie. If a guy acted with me what Sam did to Julie within the first twenty-four hours of meeting, I’d steer clear of him. But then the story takes place in 1925 and this is 2023. And again, these are my opinions. You may love Sam. He is confident, I’ll give him that. But a little too confident.

Conclusion

So in conclusion, I liked the story nearer the end, but it’s not a favourite and I don’t think I’ll read it again, so a 3/5. If you enjoy Tracie Peterson, stories of life in Alaska, or want a fast read, then you might enjoy this novella. Stay tuned for part two of this saga review!