Eureka Gulch: Gold Built the Town, Would Greed Burn it Down?
A gripping historical fiction set in the rough-and-tumble gold rush days of late 19th-century Washington Territory, where faith and grit face off against greed and danger.

In 1896, when the Colville Reservation opened, prospectors flooded the hills around what would become Republic, Washington. Among the rugged landscape of tents and timber, men and women chased dreams of gold—and found more than they bargained for.

Caleb, a quiet and determined miner, keeps a secret: a rich claim he works alone, hoping to build a future with Sadie, a compassionate woman devoted to helping the town’s hurting. But the promise of gold attracts all kinds, including Lars—a ruthless and cunning man whose schemes threaten to destroy the fragile community.

As disputes over claims escalate into violence, sabotage, and even fire, the people of Eureka Gulch face not only the harshness of the land but the darker struggles of the human heart. Through it all, a modest church on Klondike Hill stands as a beacon of hope, quietly built by a few faithful souls who believe there is more to life than riches.

Eureka Gulch weaves together vivid characters, suspenseful conflict, and subtle but powerful threads of faith from a conservative Baptist perspective. The story unfolds against a richly detailed backdrop of history—mining, pioneer life, and the founding of Republic—inviting readers to experience the grit, struggle, and grace that built a town and shaped a community.

Whether you love historical fiction that captures the spirit of the American West or seek a novel where faith is gently but firmly rooted in the storyline, Eureka Gulch offers a memorable journey. It is a story about the cost of greed, the strength of community, and the enduring power of hope and redemption.

"A beautifully told story of faith and courage in a wild frontier town."
"Rich with history and heart, this book paints a vivid picture of a place and people who refuse to be broken."
"A subtle yet powerful faith message woven into an exciting, character-driven tale."

Join Caleb, Sadie, and the townsfolk of Eureka Gulch as they face trials that test their character, their courage, and their belief in something greater than gold.