Mallory O'Connor is een schrijfster wiens werk zich verdiept in het rijke weefsel van geschiedenis en cultuur. Haar achtergrond als kunsthistoricus en muzikant informeert haar unieke perspectief en brengt een multidisciplinaire aanpak in haar verhalen. Ze verkent vergeten beschavingen en de diepe verbindingen tussen mensen en hun omgeving, en weeft verhalen die zowel intellectueel stimulerend als emotioneel resonant zijn.
The story follows psychic detective Epiphany Mayall, whose tranquil evening is shattered by a disturbing vision of a man surrounded by snakes. This vision links her to the ancient Mesopotamian tale of Gilgamesh, a king in search of immortality. As she navigates this connection, Epiphany awaits further guidance from Spirit to unravel the mystery behind her unsettling glimpse into the past.
The narrative revolves around the descendants of three immigrant families who are compelled to reconcile their long-standing grievances. In a bid to preserve the legacy of their ancestral home, they must confront their differences and work together, highlighting themes of unity, heritage, and the challenges of family dynamics across generations.
Set against the backdrop of the mid-1800s, the story follows three immigrant families—Irish, Japanese, and Mexican—who establish their lives along the American River in Northern California. As time unfolds, the narrative reveals the struggles and resilience of these families, ultimately leading to a poignant conclusion where only one family endures a century later, highlighting themes of survival, cultural identity, and the passage of time.