About the book: 2001 / An old skating rink in a quiet town was an unprofitable enterprise for the strong-willed businessman Noah Gordon, and for the inhabitants of the town - almost the only joy in their too measured life. The beautiful Francie Picard was going to dissuade Noah from selling the skating rink at any cost - even if it meant making him fall madly in love with her. However, such a game of love can sometimes become a double-edged sword, and a passion-prank can suddenly turn into the painful happiness of real passion…