Wild and Distant Seas

Set against the declining whaling industry of 1849 Nantucket, "Wild and Distant Seas" follows Evangeline Hussey as she navigates life as an outsider, using a unique gift to preserve her memories and her place on the island after losing her husband at sea. When a young sailor arrives seeking refuge, her carefully constructed world begins to unravel, prompting her to forge a new path. Spanning generations and continents, the novel weaves a rich, evocative narrative inspired by Moby-Dick, bringing to life four remarkable women in a compelling and beautifully written story.