Good As Gold by Justin Smith

Good As Gold by Justin Smith is an entertaining historical novel that brings the colourful world of Australia's gold rush era to life through crime, ambition, humour, and the excitement of the first Melbourne Cup. Set in 1861 in the British colony of Victoria, the story follows three very different groups of people whose lives become connected by the promise of gold and the chance to change their fortunes.

Jesus Whitetree is an escaped orphan who knows little about his identity or past but believes that finding gold will solve his problems. Meanwhile, Jack Pink is a notorious bushranger whose criminal reputation is far greater than his confidence. His mother, the infamous Mother Pink, hires a bush poet to make Jack famous and feared throughout the colony. Elsewhere, police constable Harry Logan finds himself responsible for Mary, a young Aboriginal girl whose intelligence and determination make his difficult job even more challenging.

When news spreads of the inaugural Melbourne Cup, these characters make their way towards Melbourne, each hoping to gain something different from the historic race. For some, it represents a chance at a new beginning; for others, an opportunity for fame, fortune, or a place in history. As their stories intertwine, greed, ambition, and unexpected acts of courage reveal that the greatest rewards are not always measured in gold.

Combining historical detail, colourful characters, and lively storytelling, Good As Gold is an engaging choice for readers who enjoy Australian historical fiction, adventure, crime, and stories inspired by real historical events.

Product Information

Book Title: Good As Gold
Author: Justin Smith
Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia
Imprint: Michael Joseph
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Genre: Historical Fiction, Australian Fiction, Adventure
Publication Date: 22 August 2023
Pages: 368
ISBN-13: 9780143778332

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Good As Gold by Justin Smith about?
The novel follows an escaped orphan, a bushranger and a police constable whose lives converge in 1861 as Melbourne prepares for its first Melbourne Cup.

Is Good As Gold based on Australian history?
Yes. The novel is set during the Victorian gold rush era and reimagines the events surrounding the inaugural Melbourne Cup through a fictional story.

Who should read Good As Gold?
It is ideal for readers who enjoy Australian historical fiction, colourful adventures, crime stories, and novels featuring ambition, humour, and memorable characters.

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