As soon as I began reading this masterpiece I was wholeheartedly invested in the characters and their stories. This sensational tale of wonder encompasses everything I love about reading, I want to be completely taken over by the story and desperately feel their woes and joy, to really feel their plight. This book is an exquisite example of a book which takes over your soul, seeps into your heart and shakes your whole existence.
This is a tale which holds the purest of loyalty, true hope and wonder at its heart as the search for truth begins. Discover these endearing characters who ooze strength, bravery, inquisitiveness and wonder at life’s mysteries. Easily enter into the confidence of these characters who overcome real suffering and feel the pain of their sorrows for them.
Lucy and Dashel are childhood friends who both realised their love of researching through Lucy’s fathers love of storytelling. As adults they became researchers, Lucy of the sea and Dashel of the stars and together they embark on a journey to discover the whereabouts of a lost ship 200 years ago.
Heading back in time Amanda Dykes takes the reader on a journey of loss, loyalty, betrayal and the purest of hope. Switching between time periods join these wonderful characters on a wonderous journey which will stick with you forever.
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Loved your review. 🙂 I, too, loved this book. I loved all the characters in both the time periods. But Frederick was my favorite. I agree with you – the book takes over your soul.
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