The Gold Brick

"The Gold Brick" by Ann S. Stephens is a historical fiction set during the Haitian Revolution. The book plunges into the maelstrom of violence and heroism as Captain Mason bravely saves a mother and her son from the horrors of a massacre in Port au Prince. With themes of survival, love, and loyalty, the story follows the emotional journey of the rescued boy, Paul, and a devoted slave named Jube as they confront loss and forge a bond of care amidst the backdrop of racial tensions and sacrifice in a time of violent conflict. The beginning moments capture love and loss, presenting the heavy emotional baggage that will stay with the reader throughout the novel.