Treasures of Darkness- Black Opal

A true story of a real life Indiana Jones in the Nevada Desert...

Not so long ago, in the depression before the Great Depression, a meal cost 15 cents; gas was 16 cents and my family lost a fortune in the Nevada desert. I'm still looking, the pursuit continues.

Ivy Thompson was a geologist, prospector, temptress and my great-grandmother. She moved in high social circles as easily as the mining towns. She was friends with some of Nevada's finest families. She left behind broken hearts, unanswered questions and evidence of lost claims. This is her life based on letters, diaries, photos and research and your invitation to join the story and find the treasure. Maybe you'll find what you're looking for

Join the adventure with a real life Indiana Jones in the Nevada Desert... my great-grandmother. Not so long ago, in the depression before the Great Depression, a meal cost 15 cents; gas was 16 cents and my family lost a fortune in the Nevada desert. I'm still looking, the pursuit continues.

Ivy Thompson was a geologist, prospector, temptress and my great-grandmother. She moved in high social circles as easily as the mining towns. She was friends with some of Nevada's finest families. She left behind broken hearts, unanswered questions and evidence of lost claims. This is Ivy's life based on letters, diaries, photos and research.

It is a story of a time very much like ours. A time in history where we have choices to make; the kind of choices that change generations so, if you are a- Runaway Hobo Miner, Dreamer Lover Liar, Dentist Drunk Hooker Hero Indian Artist Gambler Loser Winner Rich or Poor- it is about You- and Me. It is about Beautiful Things and Terrible Things But most importantly, Lost Things and, it is your invitation to join the story and find the treasure.

MM Thompson is a published author (under a different name) and has written articles for Sunset Magazine, the Seattle Times, The Oregonian and several other publications. MM is a storyteller and adventure seeker always looking for the “road less traveled.” MM is using an assumed name because where truth and treasure are involved, “discretion is the better part of valor.”