On a Sundown Sea: A Novel of Madame Tingley and the Origins of Lomaland
On a Sundown Sea: A Novel of Madame Tingley and the Origins of Lomaland
On a Sundown Sea: A Novel of Madame Tingley and the Origins of Lomaland
Description
Description
Set at the turn of the 20th century, a mystical, tantalizing novel about a visionary's journey toward her destiny. In 1888, Katherine Tingley, a medium and clairvoyant, continues to have a childhood vision of a white city on a sundown sea. While serving the poor at her Do-Good Mission on Manhattan's East Side, she encounters William Q. Judge, a mesmerist and leader of the American Theosophical Society. He recognizes her potential, convinces her to become his student, and guides her on a spiritual path that could make her mystical dream become a reality. After Judge's passing, Katherine assumes leadership of the Society and embarks on a world crusade to spread brotherhood, learn from ancient cultures, and search for a Himalayan Mahatma. In 1900, she moves the Theosophical headquarters to San Diego. Here, she sets out to establish Lomaland--a sacred space of learning, artistry, and divine harmony, built on a barren peninsula yet brimming with hidden potential. As people from around the world converge to share in her vision, they form a community united in purpose to spread enlightenment. However, betrayals, lies, and libels accumulate until a monumental court case ultimately decides her future and the fate of the white city on a sundown sea.
About the Author
About the Author
Jill G. Hall is author of the award-winning Anne McFarland Series about women searching for their place in the world connected by vintage finds. The Black Velvet Coat, The Silver Shoes, and The Green Lace Corset are bestselling book club favorites. Hall's poems and personal narratives have appeared in a variety of publications and on her blog Crealivity, the art of practicing a creative lifestyle. Her tenure as an educator spanned over twenty years. She is an instructor and past board president of San Diego Writers, Ink. In addition to being a wordsmith, she is a mixed media mosaic artist and her stage performances have ranged from Macbeth to The Music Man. Passionate about yoga, gardening, and spending time in nature, she finds joy in meeting with readers because that's what inspires her to keep writing. She holds degrees from Point Loma Nazarene University and the University of San Diego, with a doctorate from Northern Arizona University. A native San Diegan, she resides in Point Loma within walking distance of the historic Lomaland property.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"With page-turning prose and engrossing characters, Hall takes the reader on a journey told through the eyes of an idealist who must come to grips with the darkness that surrounds her and the betrayal that lurks around every corner. In her quest to do good things for the people who deserve them most, she contends with the complexity of humanity in this intriguing novel."--Booklist "On a Sundown Sea offers a story rooted in history and human concern. Jill G. Hall brings empathy and clarity to Katherine Tingley's journey, inviting readers to consider how individual conviction can intersect with broader movements for change."--Readers' Favorite "I admired the way author Jill Hall let Katherine be complicated, fierce and brave, but also vulnerable, flawed, and often unsure. The visions Katherine experiences could have been written as distant or mystical, but instead they felt immediate and human, even tender. . . . It is a thoughtful, heartfelt novel, and though it is set in the past, it left me thinking about the present in fresh ways."--Literary Titan "Richly detailed and inspiring, On a Sundown Sea adeptly captures Madame Tingley's mysticism and ambition. Hall's vivid storytelling makes this a must-read for history lovers and dreamers alike."--Kristen Fogle, Executive Director, San Diego Writers, Ink "A masterful blend of history and fiction in every chapter."--Elizabeth St.John, author of The Godmother's Secret "Mesmerizing, smart, and unforgettable, Hall's Katherine Tingley soars!"--Richard Farrell, author of The Falling Woman "A captivating novel that illuminates the extraordinary journey of Madame Tingley, and the culmination of her esoteric vision." --Judy Reeves, author, When Your Heart Says Go
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
She Writes Press
Pub date:
2025-10-14
Length:
384 pages
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