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David Bollin, leaves his missionary parents to seek out his dream of a life of ease. But his search draws him into a spiral of deceit and traps him in a web of murder, power, and greed. The coauthor is Bodie Thoene.
Quick Summary
David Bollin leaves his missionary parents to chase the promise of easy riches in the gold fields, but instead he finds himself tangled in lies, murder, and a power struggle that tests his character. The story mixes the grit of a gold-rush adventure with the emotional pull of a prodigal-son redemption arc, making it both exciting and thought-provoking. Teens who enjoy historical settings, fast-paced plots, or stories about moral choices will find it especially compelling, and reluctant readers often appreciate its concise length and clear, straightforward style. Parents should be aware that the book includes some violent moments and themes of greed, but they're handled in a way that emphasizes consequences and growth rather than gratuitous detail. If you liked the adventure-plus-lesson vibe of "The Treasure of the Sierra Madre" or the moral drama of "The Giver," this one will feel familiar.