Another Awesome Review for Fool’s Gold Folly
I received an amazing five-star review from Diabolic Shrimp for my latest book, Fool’s Gold Folly. The novella goes along with the Renegade Series and tells the story of one of the minor characters. When the Civil War ends, Patrick Mulligan takes his family out west in search of gold. But what he finds there is far more valuable.
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Review by Diabolic Shrimp
J.D.R. Hawkins brings the Wild West to life in an exciting and heartfelt tale with Fool’s Gold Folly! In the wake of the American Civil War, Irish immigrant Patrick Mulligan seeks to start a new life in the rugged mountains of Colorado. But upon moving there, he discovers that life in the heart of the gold rush isn’t as simple, or safe, as he hoped. Hawkins always does an amazing job of bringing the time period to life, and as a Coloradan myself, it was really fun to see this turbulent time period dramatized in perfect detail. Hawkins also has excellent character development, since I loved following Patrick and his family, and I was especially drawn in by the wise old character of miner Silas and the mystery he added to everything. This is an excellent story that perfectly blends history, the colorful flare of the Wild West, and deep meaningful storytelling. If you love stories about the Wild West that revolve around realistic and likeable characters, definitely heft your pickaxe and come prospecting with Fool’s Gold Folly!
