by Frank Kaput
First published 2018
Frank Kaput's "Refining Golden" follows the young, gifted Mia as she navigates her family's prestigious gold-mining business. Torn between her own dreams and the weight of her father's expectations, Mia must confront the dark secrets at the heart of their empire. As she uncovers the true cost of her family's wealth, Mia must decide whether to play by the rules or forge her own path, no matter the personal sacrifice.
Genres: fiction, literary-fiction, 21st-century, family-drama
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: coming-of-age, family-drama, secrets
Period: 21st-century
72 pages · Paperback · Independently published