Very few novels have the power to change lives—but "More Valuable Than Gold" by Rodney Ray is one of them. This is more than just an adventure story—it’s a soul-stirring journey that gripped me from the first page and never let go. In a literary world where plots often feel predictable and characters forgettable, Ray delivers something rare: a fast-moving, deeply thoughtful narrative that keeps you guessing and leaves you thinking. The characters live and breathe with raw authenticity, especially Asher, whose reflection on time—“the sole entity of genuine value…”—still echoes in my heart. I’ll read this book again and again, not just for the thrills, but for the truths tucked between the action. If you read it once, don’t be surprised if you find yourself coming back for more. Rodney Ray has crafted a masterwork—equal parts adventure and eternal insight.

Dr. Toby Frost, Senior Pastor
South Main Baptist Church
Greenwood, SC