Young archeology dig site supervisor Linda Tassel and assistant Tad Gist explore the artifacts of ancient people of Linda's Eastern Cherokee homeland. But soon the body of a team member is found, ritually murdered. A dam building mogul, Cherokee Nation activists, and the owner of a nearby gold panning attraction are suspects. Linda and Tad uncover another layer - that of the Spanish conquistadors and the timeless greed for gold. Will they become two more victims? ¿ "Many will read for adventure and romance, others will find deeper themes of prejudice and revenge" - Booklist "Fast-paced, entertaining... preteens and teens will enjoy"- School Library Journal "Charbonneau pens another winner!" - Our Kids Press A journey of sacrifice and pure grit. Rich in historical detail." - Jenna Kernan, Bestselling Author of Winter Woman Characters display qualities of intelligence, persistence, gumption and compassion." -Rosemary Poole-Carter, author of Only Charlotte