Deep within the wilderness of British Columbia, John and Marie Eagleton shroud a mysterious gift sculpted from ivory centuries ago. While John believes in the legend of this talisman, and is adamant that its presence never be revealed, Marie is far more skeptical and impulsive. Forsaking her Native American past to fund her sons' future college educations, Marie dares to negotiate its sale. But Marie's decision to divulge the talisman's existence to an outsider will ignite a series of tumultuous events. The family she is so intent on safeguarding will be thrust on a fateful journey. What must they endure to survive? What will she forfeit? Can they find their way back? Although the talisman is an enigma, it is valuable enough to have been passed down through the ages. The carved images tell a story. The talisman is a link to the past, but is there meaning for today's world? The Talisman will appeal to those with Native American heritage or an interest in their cultures, to those who find the past intriguing, to those who enjoy a blend of mainstream and literary fiction, and to those who enjoy a story with a message.
