Miners Daughter [Paperback]

Mari Pottersby doesn't have an easy life. Her mother died when she was an infant, and her dreamer of a father cared more about his mine than anything else in the world. She's really not living, but surviving, in a one-room shack she calls home, and works in the mine trying to fulfill her father's dream of finding a vein of silver. No wonder she takes an instant dislike to the spoiled, rich son of a major investor in the film. Anthony Ewing is rich in his own right, and is a real snob in the beginning of this tale. One innocent, wide-eyed little woman is going to open his eyes and his mind before this story is finished.

Alice Duncan doesn't fail fans who enjoy her blend of humor and snappy dialog. Mari and Tony fire remarks at each other, neither of them understanding the senses that come alive when they're around each other. Ms. Duncan presents an historical of an era not often visited, and makes the history of the movie industry educational as well as entertaining. She introduces Tiny, a great Dane who scares the living daylights out of strangers when he charges, but he's a puppy at heart and the only way he would hurt anyone would be by licking them to death. Tiny has his own personality and is as important to the story as any of the other minor characters as he adds fun to the tale.

I've enjoyed the previous titles in the 'Dream Maker' series: COWBOY FOR HIRE and BEAUTY AND THE BRAIN, and Ms. Duncan's latest title, THE MINER'S DAUGHTER, is just as enjoyable, if not even more so. I'm anxious to read the next one in the series that will be released in November, HER LEADING MAN. Alice Duncan is a pioneer in this era as she brings the film industry to life, giving readers hours of pleasure in the process.

Carol Carter, Reviewer as written for Romance Reviews Today.

Tony Ewing's father is an investor with Peerless Studios and Tony's been sent along to protect that investment. The last thing he expected was a hot hellion that captures his imagination, rubs him the wrong way, and refuses to back down to anyone. Further, Mari's illogical loyalty to her father's dream, her lack of respect for Tony and his money, and her smart mouth at once fascinate and appall him. As she gains polish, Tony finds that his fascination becomes quite dangerous to his heart.

Once again author Alice Duncan masterfully creates a fiercely independent, slightly offbeat heroine the reader can't help but love. What Mari lacks in propriety she makes up with her bodacious attitude. Mari sharply contrasts with the very wealthy, polished hero, resulting in memorable characterizations that demonstrate Duncan's style at her best. When combined with the unique background of the early days of motion pictures, the result is as hot as the Mojave Desert used for the setting. THE MINER'S DAUGHTER comes very highly recommended.

Tony Ewing's father is an investor with Peerless Studios and Tony's been sent along to protect that investment. The last thing he expected was a hot hellion that captures his imagination, rubs him the wrong way, and refuses to back down to anyone. Further, Mari's illogical loyalty to her father's dream, her lack of respect for Tony and his money, and her smart mouth at once fascinate and appall him. As she gains polish, Tony finds that his fascination becomes quite dangerous to his heart.

Once again author Alice Duncan masterfully creates a fiercely independent, slightly offbeat heroine the reader can't help but love. What Mari lacks in propriety she makes up with her bodacious attitude. Mari sharply contrasts with the very wealthy, polished hero, resulting in memorable characterizations that demonstrate Duncan's style at her best. When combined with the unique background of the early days of motion pictures, the result is as hot as the Mojave Desert used for the setting. THE MINER'S DAUGHTER comes very highly recommended.