Solid Gold Murder by Ellen Byron

Available: July 29, 2025

Rated: 5 bears

The Golden Motel is the epicenter of Gold Rush 2.0. With so many people converging on the village of Foundgold, it's only a matter of time before gold fever strikes.

I'm a big fan of Ellen Byron's books and this series is a fun departure from her Louisiana series. The setting of this series is very picturesque, I love the mountains and the state park and how everyone is devoted to maintaining the old-fashioned charm of the place. The discovery of gold and the crowds it brings to town were a fun plot line but it was a relief to see them all going home at the end of the book.

This series is a great read for anyone who is interested in reading about the old west, mountains, retro settings, hiking, close family and friend groups, but beware! Verity Yes-that-Donner Gillespie is lurking around every corner, ready to poo on everyone's parade without a moment's notice!

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC.