Jennifer Pease

Lilly's Story, Life and Love in the Goldrush

Luella Murphy set out to start a new life in the gold rush town of Sacramento, that was until Luella’s parents passed away on board the ship. Luella (Lilly) decided to continue on, although she was young. After years of punishing work, she finally found a tent saloon to work at. She was beautiful but took no shit from anyone. She promised herself years ago she would never sell her body to any man and although she had many temptations so far, she was able to keep that promise. Lilly finally finds herself in a nice saloon singing. She was the one everyone came out to see, even as far as San Francisco. Lilly and her best friends Mary and Katherine have all kinds of adventures together. Mary opens one of the first booming bordellos for the once crib girls and native slaves. The handsome, mysterious Elijah comes around and adores Lilly; however, he has a secret, and hopes Lilly does not judge him too harshly. Lilly faces kidnapping, murder, saloon girl hardships of abuse and more. Does Lilly make a new life for herself? Does she find out about Elijah’s secret and if so, will she accept it? Find out this and more interesting facts when you read this fantastic book. Sac town has more to offer than just gold, there is another gold of a different kind.
The Author has written an incredible love story full of suspense, intrigue, mystery, kidnapping & murder, keeping the reader on the edge of their seat wanting more. From fun & sultry saloon girls to rugged cowboys & miners, this story has so many incredible characters. From being an orphan herself to helping an orphan & his fun-loving dog. She also touches on saloon girl hardships such as overcoming overdose issues to abuse & unexpected pregnancies. From rich big wigs trying to bully Lilly to the man who adores her, she has had her share of life’s difficulties. The Author touches on some profoundly serious issues & injustices for native Americans of that time. She does so with such passion that the reader strongly feels a connection to the characters. She delves deep into the life and times of a gold rush community.
Silvia Cruz

This book shows how our Author has grown, providing us with entertaining characters highlighting the bonds of friendship and love. The detailed historical accuracy proves educational and allows the reader an insight to a world no longer recognized by today's standards and ethics. Their story needed to be told.
Sue Long