Gillian Roberts
7 SeriesGillian Roberts, the pen name of Judith Greber, is an American author known for her mystery novels, including the Amanda Pepper and Emma Howe & Billie August series. She sets her stories in Philadelphia, her hometown, and previously worked as a high school English teacher, mirroring her character Amanda Pepper. Roberts resides in Marin County, California, with her husband and two adult sons.
"Mendocino" by Gillian Roberts is a historical fiction novel set in a remote Northern California town. It follows the Beriankov family, starting with Nicolai, his Indian wife, and their children, who relocate from Fort Ross to Mendocino. There, Nicolai builds a redwood house to pursue his dream. The narrative spans eight generations, chronicling the family's struggle against war, poverty, hatred, and scandal. This standalone novel captures their enduring quest for survival and prosperity.
