At the River: An untold history of the Californios revealed through an 1848 romance

It's 1848 - and the world is turned upside down with the rush for gold and California being acquired by the U.S. government. Life will never be the same. At the River is a must read for all who seek to expand their knowledge of California's history surrounding the Gold Rush Era before, during, and after the pivotal year of 1848. This most profound historical novel is written to inform its readers of a very important part of California's legacy, one that must not be forgotten. Author Sadye Petersen Reddick uses humor, historical facts, and deep emotion to teach us the truths of 1848 through the most creative, descriptive, and compelling story of how two worlds became one.