Millionaires' Row (Book #1 of the Douglas Saga)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Ages: 18+
Some men accept their fate. One man was determined to make his against all odds.
Rossburg, Pennsylvania, 1877---In the years after the Civil War, there was a demand for lumber. Thus, the stage was set for a town in north central Pennsylvania rich in timber to become the lumber capital of the world. Small saw mill owners became millionaires overnight and societal boundaries were drawn. Saw mills became the chief means of employment, and workers were under the thumbs of the lumber barons. Scottish immigrant Ian Douglas decided that the saw mill would not be his destiny. As he sets out on a quest for wealth and power, it pits him against the elites in a dangerous game. How much will Ian pay to play; how much and what will he sacrifice to win?
The story is inspired by the author's hometown of Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
Reviews
"MOVIE MATERIAL—I don’t know why it wasn’t made into a screenplay. It is a wonder epic novel. Five Stars!”
“The author hits the mark. I lived in Williamsport, Pa. most of my life. Although Rossburg, the town in 'Millionaires' Row' is mythical, I know the book was based on our city's rich and exciting history as the lumbering capital of the world in the 1870's. It is remarkably accurate in detail for an historical fiction and brings the history of our region to life. The authors developed great characters who were easy to like--or dislike! I finished the book wanting more and look forward to a future installment. The book was well written and on the order of 'Gone With the Wind'. For those who are tired of formula novels and want more mainstream historic fiction but with more developed romantic relationships, this is a good book. My husband read it and enjoyed it, too, so it's appeal is broad, and not all romance and heavy breathing.”
“I loved, loved, loved this book. The rich historical details and witty dialogue between characters was wonderful. I had trouble putting it down because I couldn’t wait to find out what would happen next.”
