Flowing Gold is a fictional novel written by Rex Beach. The story is about Calvin Gray, who is a smooth, intelligent, smart, and energetic con man. He is sincere, honorable, and always follows the law. He finds himself in Dallas during the oil boom without a dime to his name, but he nevertheless eats at the finest restaurants and stays in the Governor's suite at the most expensive hotel. He compensates for his lack of money by making friends where it benefits. Although being a con man, Calvin has a history of being falsely accused, dishonorable military records, and successful business dealings that have made him a well-known and adored resident of Dallas and the surrounding areas. Flowing Gold is a story of achievement, careless spending of money, gaining confidence, unwavering support, and revenge. The story has lots of twists and turns that can engage a reader.