n the chilly small town of Frosthaven, Minnesota—nicknamed the Ice Kingdom—recently divorced graphic designer Jake Harlan arrives from California for a fresh start with his uncle Pete and aunt Maggie. Amid ice fishing, bonfires, and the annual Ice Palace festival, he meets spirited local Sarah Wilkins and finds unexpected community warmth.
But developers threaten to privatize Lake Elysium for a luxury resort, pressuring the council—including Pete—with escalating offers and intimidation. Jake uncovers a 1997 covenant ensuring perpetual public access, sparking a united stand against the threat.
Blending humor, small-town quirks, budding romance, and quiet resilience, Jake discovers healing and belonging in the frozen north.
