Wrapped in Gold Rush drama, the grit and determination to capture elusive dreams sets a perfect stage for Eldora who, despite odds, dreams for family. An unexpected discovery dramatically influences her outlook that sparks a conflicted spirit; with time and experience, it becomes increasingly generous and kind. Rich reading. A Newbery Medalist ("A Gathering of Days") turns her talents to a tale about the Gold Rush in this novel of a young girl who moves with her aunt and uncle from New England to start a new life in the young city of San Francisco. Illustrated with period photos.