"This is an enthralling story of ambition and drive that mirrors in its central character, sportsman and gambler Bill Darnborough,
the changing America of his times."
– Alexandra Shulman, author and former editor-in-chief, British Vogue.
I had difficulty putting this book down!
"This historical novel is extremely well-written, well-researched, and interesting. It's a voyage from middle America during a time when the country was young and developing, to Europe, and then to the high society lives of people in Monte Carlo, the elite with pedigrees and famous names such as Rothschild and Vanderbilt.
I had difficulty putting this book down. Well written, interesting details, and an author can't go wrong, IMHO, by starting with baseball.
The author includes a wide spectrum view of automobiles, as Bill begins to learn about the different kind of cars are designed and developed, as the automobile industry begins. I found something new to like on each page. The author's descriptions paint a picture to bring the characters alive on the page. I was impressed with the way he approached this historical novel and would welcome the opportunity to read any future novels he may offer. I recommend this book highly and hope that other people will read and enjoy this as much as I did."
– Wanda Adams Fischer, Reedsy.
A must-read for historical fiction fans seeking something classic yet exciting!
Author James Darnborough offers his eager readership a riveting exploration of a remarkable life, with a front-row seat to the thrill of the game and the audacity of a man who defied the odds in pursuit of a singular dream. I, for one, found myself absolutely captivated by the author's flair for the descriptive, bringing the Gilded Age to life not just through descriptions of places and events but in the way the attitude, charms, and vices of the world seep into the behavior and emotions of his characters.
Darnborough uses some really gorgeous historical touches to capture the ambiance of each setting, immersing readers in a world where risk and reward dance in every spin of the wheel, with a romantic view of the past that also leaves space to ponder our central figure’s turmoil and temptations. Overall, The Gambler's Game is a must-read for historical fiction fans seeking something classic yet exciting for their next read."
K.C. Finn, Readers’ Favorite.
