What Makes a Minnesota Historical Romance?

A Minnesota Historical Romance has three elements:

A beautiful setting;
Intriguing characters; and
A romantic love story – from beginning to end.

Nikolina’s Hope is a Classic Historical Romance.

Duluth – Northern Minnesota’s Shining Star

The port city of Duluth is the perfect setting for a Minnesota Historical Romance set in the 1880s.

Shipping, timber, grain, iron ore, and commerce combine to create a classic American success story.

Anders Solheim – a Man of Commerce

Raised in a lumber family, Anders Solheim found his own fortune in northern Minnesota’s abundant mineral reserves.

Nikolina Birkeland – From Nursing Student to Society Matron

Nikolina Birkeland was left an orphan upon her father’s death, but through the love of her family, and the man that she married – she became the center of Duluth society.

Nikolina’s Hope – A Classic Historical Romance

Nikolina’s Hope is a timeless Minnesota love story – a Classic Historical Romance.

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Available in paperback, e-book, and audio book versions – at Dahlemediagroup.com.

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Near the rocky outer banks of the apostle islands

NOVEMBER 17, 1885.

A brutal storm pursued the tiny fishing vessel along the southern shore of Lake Superior, the fury of its waves punishing the boat. The squall raged—with fierce sleeting rain hitting the fishermen, obscuring a view of the islands, and perhaps—a safe harbor.

A jagged scar of lightning arched above their heads, its acrid scent hanging in the air. However, the violent howling winds were not loud enough to drown out the terrified cries of Captain Andreichenko’s men, as a lethal wave crashed over the open craft, tossing the crew into the icy depths of the lake.

The aging seaman gently grasped the silver necklace in his trembling hands. The locket was delicately engraved with morning glories—wild flowers of his Ukrainian homeland, and the name of his late wife—Larisa.

As he gazed at the darkened sky one last time, the sailor tasted the salt of his own tears. With raw emotion clogging his throat, Viktor Andreichenko hoarsely whispered “Larisa … Larisa …..” for the last time—as Lake Superior claimed another soul.

A joyful story. Grab your tissues – you are going to need them.

Here’s what people are saying, about ‘Nikolina’s Hope’…

“Thank you so much for sending me your first romantic/Christian novel! I absolutely loved Nikolina’s Hope!! This novel was so much fun to read. Nikolina was such a wonderful character. I loved her hope throughout her life’s dealings. The successful ending is what I love to see in a book! Looking forward to reading your next novel!” Belinda from Iowa

“I finished reading Nikolina’s Hope and enjoyed it VERY much. Is book #2 coming anytime soon?” Marlene from Michigan

“I felt like I got to know Nikolina and Anders very well, and empathized with their situations.” Linda from Minnesota

“Thank you so much for the book – Nikolina’s Hope. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. It is very well done.” Jeanne from Minnesota

“Thank you for gifting me with your newest publication! I look forward to your next book(s!) Please keep writing!” Laura from Pennsylvania

“Thank you so much for sending me a copy of your book. I really enjoyed it! Keep writing, Girl!” Emily from Minnesota

“Thank you – It was an enjoyable read on a winter’s day.” Jeanne from Ohio

What Makes a Minnesota Historical Romance?