The Trail of '98: A Northland Romance by Robert W. Service is a captivating novel set against the backdrop of the Klondike Gold Rush. As thousands flock to the frozen wilderness in search of fortune, the story follows the intertwining fates of several characters, including Jack Locasto, a prospector determined to strike it rich, and Joy Gastell, a woman with a mysterious past seeking a new beginning. As they navigate through the harsh realities of life in the North, they encounter love, betrayal, and the indomitable human spirit. Filled with adventure, passion, and the allure of untamed wilderness, "The Trail of '98" is a gripping tale of survival and sacrifice in the unforgiving frontier of the Northland.