City of Gold
City of Gold
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021
Book Brief
390
Novel • Fiction
Amazon Jungle • Contemporary
2021
YA
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
In City of Gold, the second novel in Daniel Blackaby’s Lost City Chronicles trilogy, Cody Clements attempts to rescue his kidnapped friend Jade from the cruel ruler of El Dorado, as part of an ancient war between Atlantis and El Dorado. Joined by allies, Cody faces perilous challenges, battles golden golems, and learns of a sinister plan to create soulless beings.
Adventurous
Fantastical
Mysterious
Exciting
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
103 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
City of Gold by Daniel Blackaby offers a captivating adventure filled with rich historical detail and engaging characters. Reviewers praise its vivid world-building and thrilling plot twists. However, some critique the pacing, noting occasional slow segments. Overall, it is an immersive read for fans of historical fiction and adventure.
Who Should Read City of Gold?
Readers who enjoy City of Gold by Daniel Blackaby are typically young adults or fantasy enthusiasts who appreciate adventurous, treasure-hunting narratives. Fans of Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series or J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit will find similar appeal in Blackaby's mix of myth, legend, and exploration.
103 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
390
Novel • Fiction
Amazon Jungle • Contemporary
2021
YA
12-18 years
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