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The World Is Full Of Magic
Goldfield Forest follows a mystical lioness who needs help to prevent a supernatural war, and she turns to the guardian of the Fae to help battle a warlock. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
I see magic in rainforests, have a passion for animals, and find the idea of little people and mystical creatures almost believable, so creating Goldfield Forest made sense.
What were the morals you were trying to capture while creating your characters?
I’m not sure I tried to capture the morals. Rather, the characters created them as they developed. Loyalty is a common thread. Maria has a sense of duty and will risk her life to protect those she loves. Ross, Maria’s father, is honest when he answers his granddaughter’s sometimes controversial questions about life and all things magical.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
The world is full of magic, though maybe not as apparent as in Goldfield Forest, and it’s important to believe in miracles. Like family, true friends are sacred. Animals are more perceptive than most people realize. Good almost always triumphs over evil.
Will there be a follow-up novel to this story? If so, what aspects of the story will the next book cover?
Yes. A follow-up novel, Dancing Valley, is under construction. Like Goldfield Forest, Dancing Valley is an estate inhabited by little people. Some of the same history connects the properties and the guardians who care for them are friends. People and fae learn more about each other as relationships expand, adventures continue, and danger is faced head-on.
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To prevent the 21st-century extermination of a mystical clan of lion people and the supernatural residents of the Amazon jungle, Lena, the clan’s queen, needs a guardian to accompany her to the Amazon. She seeks the help of a contemporary archaeologist, Maria, who is a guardian of the fae in Goldfield Forest.
Despite a warlock’s threats to destroy Maria, her family, and the little people who live with her, she agrees to accompany Lena to the Amazon. As the magical inhabitants of Goldfield prepare to defend their home, Maria and Lena travel to the jungle to confront Bagrim in the jungles of the Amazon, where the one who prevails will dictate the future of the rainforest and the lives of the supernatural creatures who depend on the magic found nowhere else.
Goldfield Forest
In Goldfield Forest, we follow Maria, Marco, and Chase into the humid and dense Brazilian Amazon forest to unravel the magic in certain objects. Their expedition reveals much more than they anticipated. Simultaneously, we are introduced to August Alexander, a scholar of ancient Andean civilization, whose story unfolds in the same locations but in 1783. This dual timeline adds depth and intrigue to this already intriguing fantasy novel.
Author Karen Black demonstrates a deep respect for the Amazonian culture and the Indigenous peoples, seamlessly blending Brazilian and American elements by using terms like “fae” to describe the magical beings of the rainforest. This fusion of folklore is refreshing and engaging, offering readers a novel take on familiar themes.
This book is a must-read if you enjoy stories filled with adventure, mystery, magic, cultural exploration, and friendship. Black’s writing is engaging, and you’ll find yourself turning pages effortlessly. The vibrant and charismatic characters bring the lush world around them to life. The transitions between different points of view are handled with finesse, making each perspective interesting and authentic. The author maintains a well-balanced pace throughout the story.
Goldfield Forest is a blend of fantasy, adventure, and cultural respect that offers a refreshing and engaging reading experience. The novel’s compelling narrative, well-developed characters, and seamless transitions between timelines make it stand out in the fantasy genre. Karen Black’s sensitive portrayal of Amazonian culture and her innovative fusion of folklore create a story that is both enlightening and captivating. Goldfield Forest is a great read for readers who crave adventure, mystery, and a touch of magic.
Pages: 255 | ASIN : B0D1NPMNJJ
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