Castaway in Cornwall

After her parents' deaths, Laura Callaway is living with her uncle and his wife in North Cornwall. She searches for clues to the lives lost in shipwrecks to write letters to next of kin and return keepsakes. When a man is washed ashore, Laura protects him from a local smuggler and discovers he has mysterious wounds. Despite the evidence against him, he might provide her only chance to discover the truth about her parents' fate.

Format: Hardback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2020
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group

Laura Callaway, orphaned by the untimely deaths of her parents, finds herself adrift on the tides of fate, living with her uncle and his disapproving wife in the remote coastal town of North Cornwall. A sense of isolation and longing gnaws at her heart, as she yearns to belong amidst a community that views her as an outsider.

Amidst the rugged beauty of the Cornwall coast, known for its numerous shipwrecks but scarce survivors, Laura embarks on a personal quest. Driven by a deep desire to uncover the stories of the lives lost and provide closure to the families left behind, she delves into the world of wreckers, searching for valuable artifacts that might hold clues to the past.

One fateful day, as Laura explores the windswept shores, she comes across a man washed ashore after a tragic wreck. His ragged appearance and peculiar wounds pique her curiosity, and she swiftly acts to protect him from a local smuggler determined to silence him. As Laura and her neighbor care for the survivor, they discover that he possesses a curious mix of education and a peculiar accent, which sets him apart from the townspeople.

As more clues wash ashore, Laura's suspicions deepen. The man, who claims to be named John, presents a façade that contradicts the evidence that surrounds him. His past is shrouded in mystery, and Laura is determined to unravel the truth about his identity.

Despite the mounting danger and the growing attraction between Laura and John, she knows that her quest for answers must remain unwavering. With every step forward, she risks exposing herself to the dangers that lurk in the shadows, and she must confront the dark secrets that have haunted her for years.

As the story unfolds, Laura navigates a treacherous path, torn between her desire for closure and the growing bond she shares with John. The lines between truth and deceit blur, and Laura must confront the harsh reality that her parents' fate may be linked to the enigmatic man she has come to care for.

In a climactic moment, Laura must make a decision that will shape her future and the fate of those she loves. With courage and determination, she uncovers the truth about John's past and the secrets that have haunted her family for generations. The revelation brings a sense of closure, but it also reveals a darker truth that threatens to tear them apart.

In the aftermath, Laura emerges stronger and more resilient than ever before. She has learned the importance of perseverance and the power of empathy, and she is determined to use her newfound knowledge to make a difference in the lives of others.

Laura's journey is a testament to the human spirit's resilience and the strength of love. It reminds us that even in the face of adversity, we have the capacity to rise above our circumstances and discover the truth that lies hidden within us.

Weight: 590g
Dimension: 148 x 224 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780764234231