A mysterious girl who won't speak, a coal-black seal named Nera that
returns to the same place every year, a bitter feud of unknown
origin--strange things are happening on Whidbey Island, and Becca King
is drawn into the maelstrom of events.
But Becca, first met in The Edge of Nowhere, has her own secrets to
hide. Still on the run from her criminal stepfather, Becca is living in
a hidden location. Even Derric, the Ugandan orphan with whom Becca
shares a close, romantic relationship, can't be allowed to know her
whereabouts.
As secrets of past and present are revealed, Becca becomes aware of her
growing paranormal powers, and events build to a shocking climax
anticipated by no one.
Acclaimed author Elizabeth George brings her extraordinary talents to
this intriguing story that blends mystery and myth.