"Hobbs weaves a tale that will transport readers back in time and never let them get bored. A Western romp with anchors in history and geography that will leave readers anxious to explore more." — Kirkus Reviews
"Fast-paced, suspenseful chapters will have readers flipping pages. Fans of historical fiction and adventure will find much to love here." — Booklist
"Want a story about the real wild West as only Will Hobbs can tell it? Will knows Colorado, knows the land, knows the people, knows the history, and knows the mules. He also knows about mining for gold, gun-toting sheriffs, and Butch Cassidy’s Wild Bunch. You can find it all in City of Gold, a non-stop adventure . . . an exciting tale of yesterday, for today." — Newbery Award-winning author, Avi
"Intriguing. Hobbs' use of dialogue and description are masterful. A great piece of historical Western fiction for readers of any age." — Telluride Magazine