Their Golden Dreams (The Chronicles of California), by Willard Thompson
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Their Golden Dreams (The Chronicles of California), by Willard Thompson
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1849 they came to California from around the world … -- Some came for the gold -- Some came for the adventure --Some came to escape their past But they all came with dreams …And their lives were forever changed Their Golden Dreams follows the lives of men and women who were thrown together in the rough and tumble days of the gold diggings of the southern mines of California. Most didn’t stay long and when they left – richer or poorer than when they came – they started exciting new lives you won’t want to miss. Their Golden Dreams is the third novel in Willard Thompson’s Chronicles of California series. In each novel Thompson seamlessly layers accurate California history with adventurous plots and characters so real you live their lives with them. Dream Helper, A novel of Early California, and Delfina’s Gold are other novels in the Chronicles series. They’re all available at local bookstores, at Amazon.com, on Kindle and other electronic readers. Don’t miss any of these exciting novels.
Their Golden Dreams (The Chronicles of California), by Willard Thompson- Amazon Sales Rank: #553614 in eBooks
- Published on: 2015-05-01
- Released on: 2015-05-01
- Format: Kindle eBook
About the Author Willard Thompson is an award-winning writer, lecturer and historian. The Independent Publishers 2009 Book Awards selected Dream Helper for a gold medal as the best fiction in the Western/Pacific Region. Thompson also writes historical nonfiction available at bookstores, Kindle and other electronic reading devices. He and his wife Jo live in Montecito, California.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Well Written, Well Told Story By josie Durand When I was asked to read a review copy and write a review for Willard Thompson's newest novel, Their Golden Dreams, I jumped at the chance. I have followed Thompson's literary career for the past 10 years and have watched his work evolve into some of the best prose and story telling in contemporary fiction writing today. Writing a trilogy and family saga, his first book, Dream Helper, begins with the story of first Indian baptized at Mission Santa Barbara during the Spanish period of California history. The saga continues with Delfina's Gold, which moves into the Mexican period of California history before statehood. His 3rd novel tells the story of California statehood and the beginning of the American period of California's rich history. Thompson tells the history of California through his captivating and engaging characters, always well drawn and defined, as well as many historical figures of the period, who make cameo appearances along the way, bringing history to life. These books stand alone, but the reading experience is enriched by reading all 3 novels. The opening chapter of each novel places the reader back into the final scene of the previous novel, but then quickly moves forward into the new story. Their Golden Dreams tells the story of the California gold rush, but it is not a gold rush story, but rather a story centered around all the different people who came to California to follow their dreams and what happened to them once they arrived during the often turbulent times. The story has many emotional moments, especially for those who know his characters and can feel the injustices of the time. The story moves from California to France and then back again. As a reader I wanted more, as a professional, I appreciate the clean style Thompson employs to let the characters tell the story, while he, the author stays out of the way. This book left me wanting more. I hope there will be a book four. Josie Durand reviewer.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Californios meet the Gold Rush By R Yull I've waited a long time for "Their Golden Dream" to come out and immediately ordered it In keeping with the beautiful old Californio tales of Mr. Thompson's previous books, Dream Helper and Delphina's Gold, Mr Thompson skillfully spins the story set in that budding era of our beloved California with romance , jealousy, rivalry, and the tough Western spirit of the day and clashing of cultures. He builds the romance of that time around points of history a period of time so unique and extraordinary. You feel you are with those early Californios as you become engrossed with the story. I love Mr. thompson's writing he's a suburb story teller. We are lucky someone is dedicated to writing these historical novels which are set in those early years when it was a land of extraordinary beauty, adventurous people and at the cusp of a whole new country. But Mr. Thompson does not forget the hardship of the time, the mistreatment of the Mexicans and Indians and the disrespect for these proud people and their ranchos. This book is particularly interesting in that the timing is around the gold rush when all hell broke loose in California. The once sleepy ranchos and easy pace of the inhabitants were about to be turned upside down. It is a gift of a fine writer to tell a story of a fictional life but done so well by the incorporation of many historical events and people that one almost thinks it is a true account. Mr thompson's 3 books belong together in every Californian's library.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. GREAT READ---Tough one to put down so allow yourself the time! By tami I have certainly enjoyed the opportunity I have had to read a advanced, review copy of Willard Thompson's novel Their Golden Dreams. The third in a trilogy it does not requre the previous novels to have been read but the series is more enriched by having the other 2 books under my belt---A deeper emotional connection to the characters from the start. I enjoyed the "voice" of this book as it is told from several differing character perspectives as events unfold---some overlapping, some separate but as you place yourself as a reader in the "shoes" of the characters you feel as though you are sharing the experiences with them. I often found myself vocalizing my emotions as I read, crying silent tears, cheering audibly or loudly proclaiming my dissatisfaction with various outcomes in the story! The book is an easy read, well paced and satisfying--great for a trip/plane read or a days escape on the beach read--- warning: Do not attempt to read this chapter by chapter and expect to be able to finish a chapter and put it down---WILL NOT HAPPEN! This author knows how to keep you engaged and coming back for more! So heads up--once you start you won't want to put it down until it has finished...and even then You will be wishing their was another chapter and you will be dying for the next book!( here's hoping there is one!)
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