I have received several emails regarding my latest book, Fool’s Gold Folly, and would like to share some of them with you. This book ties in with the Renegade Series, and tells the story of one of the minor characters, Patrick Mulligan. Patrick’s desire to strike it rich in Colorado after the Civil War turns into something much more than gold lust. Here is what fans have to say:
(From Camille Rhodes Brown)
I came across Fool’s Gold Folly, and from the first lines of your description, I felt its pulse, the lure of possibility, the grit of survival, and the fragile line between hope and danger. Patrick Mulligan’s journey isn’t just about gold; it’s about the deep human hunger for a better life and the resilience it takes to chase it.
You’ve given readers more than a historical adventure — you’ve given them a window into the Irish immigrant experience during one of the most volatile times in American history. The wilderness of Colorado Territory, the raw hunger for fortune, and the bonds of friendship forged in hardship all feel alive in your telling. Silas Garvey’s presence, with his dark secret and failing health, adds a poignancy that makes this story not just gripping but deeply human.
(From Grace Champ)
I just finished reading Fool’s Gold Folly, and I was deeply moved by Patrick Mulligan’s journey, not just westward, but inward, as he confronts the promises and perils of a country still healing from war. His resilience, ambition, and the fragile friendships he forms in Breckenridge capture something truly special: the heart of the immigrant dream set against the raw edge of frontier life.
You’ve brought to life a piece of history that still feels incredibly relevant: the push for new beginnings, the weight of personal loss, and the quiet strength of Irish communities carving out space in post-Civil War America.
Thank you so much, Grace and Camille, for your kind words!
I am always looking for positive reviews, so please post your reviews to Amazon and/or Goodreads. And don’t forget, this novel is available as an audiobook too!