J.D.R. Hawkins

Tag: Renegade Series

  • New Release!

    My new novel, Fool’s Gold Folly, has just been published on Amazon! This book tells the story of one of the minor characters in the Renegade Series, Patrick Mulligan. His story unfolds after Patrick leaves Pennsylvania with his family in 1869 and travels to Colorado Territory. Here is the back cover blurb:

    It has been four years since the Civil War ended, and westward expansion seems imminent. Thirsty for adventure, Patrick Mulligan, a young Irish immigrant, learns of gold being discovered in Colorado Territory, so he moves his family from Pennsylvania farmland to the wilderness. Gold lust lures him to the small town of Breckenridge, where he befriends several Irish immigrants and miners. One man in particular, Silas Garvey, strikes Patrick’s fancy and the two become fast friends. But Silas has a dark secret and is doomed due to chronic illness. Although Patrick adores the old man, he knows there is danger lurking about. Will Patrick’s golden opportunity materialize? And will his fantasy of striking it rich be fulfilled? Or will he fall victim to the threat that looms in the shadows?

    This book has already received several excellent reviews and has also received honorable mention at the 2025 Southwest Book Festival! It ties in with the Renegade Series in that the story takes place following book four, Double-Edged Sword. I’m very excited to announce my new book! Get your copy today!

    Fool’s Gold Folly: A Story of Irish Resilience (The Renegade Series): Hawkins, JDR: 9798312529845: Amazon.com: Books

  • Big Announcement!

    I wanted to let you know that I have a new book coming out next week! It is titled, Fool’s Gold Folly, and it is a novella to coincide with the Renegade Series. This book tells the story of one of the minor characters, Patrick Mulligan, and his quest for gold in Colorado Territory after the Civil War. Here are some book teasers to go with the book.

    Special shout out to my son, Jesse, for helping me design these! And I’d like to thank my son, Jeremy, for assisting me with the design of the front cover. Here is the official cover reveal!

    The book is set for release on Monday, St. Patrick’s Day, through Amazon. I’ll let you know when I have more details. Again, thank you so very much for your support!

  • New News

    My novel, Double-Edged Sword, is being featured in the Historical Fiction Genre Fest, which is sponsored by Bookluver.com. There are many great books being featured, so please check it out! (You will have to scroll down a bit to see my book.) Here is the link: https://bit.ly/HFF-JDR-Hawkins

    Journey through time at the Book Luver Historical Fiction Fest! Immerse yourself in sweeping sagas, thrilling adventures, and passionate romances across the ages. From ancient civilizations to recent decades, discover your next favourite story among our carefully curated collection of historical novels.

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    Whether you’re passionate about Victorian mysteries, medieval epics, or 20th-century drama, you’ll find captivating stories that transport you to different eras. Don’t miss this limited-time opportunity to build your historical fiction library!

    I am also advertising for Sandra’s Book Club. This is an excellent opportunity for other authors to sign up for reviews. Here is the link: https://sandrasbookclub.blogspot.com/2020/08/submit-your-book.html

    I am currently working on another novella to go along with the Renegade Series, so stay tuned for the cover reveal, book excerpts, and Q & A’s!

    Thank you so much for following my blog. Please don’t hesitate to reach out, and don’t forget to check out my website: Best Historical Fiction Civil War Award-Winning Author – J.D.R. HAWKINS.

  • A Beautiful Glittering Lie Receives Another Five-Star Review

    My novel, A Beautiful Glittering Lie, has received another five-star review. This book is the first one in the Renegade Series and tells the story of a family from north Alabama, and how the Civil War impacts their lives. Thank you so much, M. Kaye, for your review!

    M.Kaye

    5.0 out of 5 stars Very good and worth reading despite a slow start.

    Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2025

    If you love authentic historical fiction, then J. Hawkins book will satisfy. The first book of the series explores the struggle of one family at the dawn of the civil war, detailing the rigors of maintaining the Homefront in the face of the missing Patriarch. It also examines David, son of the patriarch as he experiences coming of age while he grapples with the contradicting feelings of keeping his promise to his father and the family farm afloat or giving in to the rose-colored view of the war as an adventure and enlisting. While the first pages may prove difficult for some to get through as they detail a speech by Jefferson Davis, don’t let the first 7 pages deter you from this very worthwhile read.

    Amazon.com: A Beautiful Glittering Lie: A Novel of the Civil War (The Renegade Series): 9781643619941: Hawkins, J.D.R.: Books

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