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Veins of Gold

Charlie N. Holmberg

Desperate to save her siblings from poverty, a young woman discovers magic fueled by gold . . . and a love for the man who wields it.


Abandoned by their father for the gold rush, Gentry and her siblings labor to survive alone in the inhospitable west. When bizarre natural disasters begin wreaking havoc on the land, Gentry discovers a world of magic. Desperate for help, she accepts aid from a mysterious stranger.


Winn not only sees the magic, but controls its hunger by feeding it gold-the very thing Gentry's father left to acquire. But the earth's unrest only grows worse, and Gentry's fear leads her to a terrible choice: marry a wealthy man she does not love, or trust in Winn's unpredictable power to save her family.


From the author of the bestselling Paper Magician and Spellbreaker series, this book will appeal to lovers of historical romance, fantasy, and Studio Ghibli.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Pegasus Books
  • Publish Date: Jul 17th, 2018
  • Pages: 310
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.50in - 5.50in - 0.70in - 0.87lb
  • EAN: 9781737016403
  • Categories: Fantasy - HistoricalRomance - Fantasy

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Praise for this book

"This clever ecological tale... will please readers looking for regionally and historically grounded fantasy." -Publishers Weekly


"Japanese film director Hayao Miyazaki's influence is clear from the outset, through environmental themes as well as enchanting details. The work never slips into easy fan tribute; it skillfully infuses its own flair... the story is as eye-opening as it is satisfying." -Foreword Reviews


"Holmberg has crafted a classic pioneer story with an engaging romance plot and a touch of magic." -Booklist