Ice
by Linda Howard
During a vicious ice storm in Idaho, deputy Gabriel McQueen checks on Lolly Helton at her family's cabin and finds dangerous intruders. They must survive the night and the storm together. A short romantic suspense novel.
About This Book
Ice is a contemporary romance novel by Linda Howard, first published in 2009 by Ballantine Books. It runs 208 pages. Readers can expect forced proximity.
At a glance
- Genre
- Contemporary
- Trope
- Forced Proximity
- Length
- 208 pages
- Format
- Hardcover
Where to read or listen
Get Ice by Linda Howard
These store links are affiliate links (Amazon, Audible, Bookshop.org and Libro.fm). As an Amazon Associate, Eikna earns from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you. Learn more.
Why You May Love This Book
You may love this if…
- During a dangerous ice storm in Idaho, a deputy and a woman must survive the night against armed intruders.
- Fans of high-stakes romantic suspense
- Readers who enjoy short-form stories
- Tense
- Features Forced Proximity
This may not be ideal if…
- Readers looking for slow-burn character studies
- Limited page count may restrict character development
The Romance
Tropes, dynamics, and the chemistry that drives this story.
Tropes
Relationship Dynamics
Details
Type: Romantic Suspense
Pairing: unknown
Power balance: unknown
How It Feels
The emotional landscape you'll move through while reading.
High tension.
Heat Level
Based on available metadata and editorial review.
Who Is This Book For?
Best for
Reading mood
May not suit
Recommended audience: Adult
The Story
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
In the midst of a violent Idaho ice storm, deputy Gabriel McQueen arrives at the Helton family cabin to check on Lolly Helton, only to discover that dangerous intruders have compromised the location. The two are forced into close proximity to survive the night and the elements.
Central Conflict
Surviving the night against armed intruders and an extreme weather event.
Setting
Idaho, during an ice storm in a family cabin.
Strengths
- Compact narrative structure
- Clear, high-stakes premise
Consider before reading
- Limited page count may restrict character development
Discussion Guide
Questions to deepen your reading experience or spark a book club conversation.
- 1
How does the central conflict shape the relationship between the main characters?
- 2
How does the setting influence the characters' decisions and their relationship?
- 3
How do the relationship dynamics evolve throughout the story?
- 4
Who would you most want to recommend this book to?
- 5
How did the pacing affect your reading experience?
- 6
Which aspect of the story did you find most compelling?
How This Profile Was Created
Eikna uses book metadata and AI-assisted analysis to create structured romance profiles. Public profiles are reviewed and approved by an editor before publication.
- Editor reviewed:
- Yes
- Last reviewed:
- October 13, 2026
- Confidence:
- Moderate confidence
- Profile version:
- eikna-public-book-intelligence-v1
About the Author
Linda Howard
What Readers Say
No reviews yet
Be the first to share what you thought of this book.
Publication Details
- Publisher
- Ballantine Books
- Format
- Hardcover
- Length
- 208 pages
- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9780345517197
- ISBN-10
- 0345517199
Ice: quick answers
- Who wrote Ice?
- Ice was written by Linda Howard.
- When was Ice published?
- Ice was first published in 2009 by Ballantine Books.
- What genre is Ice?
- Ice is a contemporary romance novel, with forced proximity.
- How many pages is Ice?
- Ice is 208 pages long (Hardcover).
Are you the author? Verify your author profile to manage this book.
This is my book — sign inWhere to read or listen
Get Ice by Linda Howard
These store links are affiliate links (Amazon, Audible, Bookshop.org and Libro.fm). As an Amazon Associate, Eikna earns from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you. Learn more.
Want more books like this?
Let Lyra help you discover lesbian romance books that match your exact mood, favorite tropes, and reading style.