A Sea of Spectres
Down through the generations, a family mystery unfolds. When an ancestor’s journal is found, Raina may finally uncover answers to the mysterious and deadly call she hears from a flaming phantom ship that no one else can see or hear. The journal’s pages reveal her female ancestors’ lives, their own mysterious powers, and their connection to the phantom ship. Can their experiences help Raina resist the call that nearly took her life and continues to attempt to pull her into a watery grave?
From the 1758 Acadian Expulsion from Prince Edward Island to the present day, Taber weaves between three different generations. Each woman has a unique power, but not every descendant is born with abilities. Raina’s own mother wished for them, and her jealousy of Raina’s abilities has built a rift between them. Without guidance, Raina tried to suppress the sea’s call. When her job forces her to return to her hometown, Raina must confront not only the mystery surrounding the phantom ship but also the tension between her and her mother. Why each woman’s powers are so different, though, isn’t well-explained.
The three settings are peppered with immersive details and provide an intriguing look into the lives of women who must overcome the odds and take control of their lives. The three women’s viewpoints blend well and, by the end, weave together in satisfying ways. There’s a significant mystery that’s left hanging open, which makes me curious if more is to come. A lovely supernatural tale about the strength of family.
