Books like On thin ice by Cherry Adair

Erica Falck returns to her Swedish hometown after her parents’ funeral, only to confront a cold‑blooded mystery when her childhood friend Alex is found dead in an icy bath. As memories surface, she and police detective Patrik Hedström uncover a town’s dark past.

Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey into the heart of the Alaskan wilderness with Iditarod Improbable by Mark Gronewald. In this captivating narrative, Gronewald invites readers to witness the epic spectacle of the Inconceivable Race, set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of snow-clad landscapes and frozen tundra. Meet a colorful cast of characters, each with their own compelling story and motivations, as they converge on the rugged trails leading to Nome. From seasoned veterans to determined newcomers, the racers don vibrant outdoor gear and steel themselves for the ultimate test of endurance and skill. At the center of it all is Mort Greenwood, a visionary advocate for the revolutionary FatBikes that are poised to revolutionize winter racing. Gronewald skillfully traces the evolution of these innovative bikes, from their humble beginnings to Mort's groundbreaking design, deftly weaving together the threads of ingenuity, determination, and sheer audacity that define this remarkable feat of engineering. But it's not just about the bikes - Iditarod Improbable is a story of camaraderie, resilience, and the unbreakable bond between humans and nature. Amidst the snow and ice, racers forge friendships and form alliances, sharing in the triumphs and tribulations of the trail as they push themselves to the limit in pursuit of victory. From the whimsical charms of the Alaska Muff Farm to the breathtaking beauty of the Iditarod Trail, Gronewald paints a vivid picture of life on the frontier, capturing the raw energy and untamed spirit of the Last Frontier in all its glory. Iditarod Improbable is more than just a tale of adventure - it's a celebration of the human spirit and the boundless possibilities that await those brave enough to chase their dreams, no matter how improbable they may seem. So strap in, hold on tight, and get ready for the ride of a lifetime. The Inconceivable Race awaits, and the journey promises to be nothing short of extraordinary.

A gripping mystery set along Alaska’s famed Iditarod sled‑dog race, where a female musher and a state trooper unravel a homicide amid the harsh 1,000‑mile journey from Anchorage to Nome.

A 10‑year‑old lead sled dog, Akiak, teams with her musher on the Iditarod as a strong competitor. After a snow‑injury forces her to fall behind, she defies the race rules and pressures the team to finish as a determined, heroic pup.

The Yukon Quest has the reputation of being the toughest sled dog race in the world, taking teams and mushers through more than a thousand miles of North America's most remote and treacherous territory. Jessie Arnold is ready to meet the challenge.Jessie and her team of dogs are well prepared for the daring competition, but her one regret is that her longtime friend and lover, Alex Jensen, isn't there to see her off. Alex has been called home to Idaho for a family emergency and Jessie begins the big race without her biggest booster. Well along the trail, Jessie is stunned to learn that a young novice racer she met at the start has been abducted and held for ransom. The girl's distraught father has been warned that no one but Jessie Arnold is to be told--especially not the police. Feeling isolated and alone, Jessie must decide what to do in the face of terrible odds.It's the contest of a lifetime, yet as the other mushers push toward the finish line, Jessie forges ahead in a race all her own. Unable to ignore the plight of the missing girl, she's in a life and death battle against a desperate, unknown kidnapper who will stop at nothing. Speeding through the twists and turns of the icy, broken trails, Jessie has no time for fear. For somewhere in that vast and lonely landscape, a killer waits for a chance to unleash a murderous rage on anyone who dares to get in his way.