Publisher's Synopsis
It is 1857, and the California Gold Rush is coming to an end. Those lucky enough to make their fortune in the Golden State are returning home with wealth and the dreams of a prosperous future. The S.S. Central America, also known as 'The Ship of Gold, is the finest ship traveling between Panama and New York. The steamer carries the wealthiest of the returning Forty-niners on the final leg of their journey. On leaving the port of Havannah, the ship is already on a course toward destiny and disaster. With only hope and courage to keep them alive, the stricken passengers await their rescue.
At Tybee Island, Georgia, Lieutenant Commander Lily Primrose and the heroic crew of the rescue balloon Genevieve will mount a daring rescue. A rescue filled with sacrifice, courage, love, and loss.
From the Mind of Montgomery Harris, An Incident of Impetus is the first book in this steampunk and alternative history adventure series, the age of the navigator.