A Strand of Gold is a historical novel, set mainly in Singapore between 1822 – 23. It will lure you into the fascinating world of the three-year old British settlement, which was founded on the dreams of a man who is determined to restore the island to its former glory.
The story begins in Guangzhou, China where two young women from very different backgrounds first meet. Their story continues in Singapore, where their hopes are shattered amid a male dominated world. But their plight has been observed by Raffles’ adopted son and he makes it his business to unravel the mystery of their disappearance.
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Published by Atmosphere Press on 30th September 2021
Written in English, Paperback, 324 pages
ISBN 978-1639880089
See also
Hope Dares to Blossom
The second book in the Strands of Shining Gold Trilogy
Living the Legacy
The third book in the Strands of Shining Gold Trilogy