Before the Wind

In this engaging story, Joshua Johannssen navigates both the waters of the Puget Sound and the complexities of his fractured family legacy. As a skilled boat repairman, he wrestles with the absence of his sister, Ruby, who seeks a life of purpose on land, and his brother, Bernard, a mysterious pirate lost at sea. When the Johannssen siblings reunite for a pivotal sailing race on a cherished vessel from their childhood, their shared journey uncovers profound personal truths and a surprising connection to their past. With a blend of humor and poignancy, Jim Lynch crafts a tale of family, destiny, and the enduring bonds forged over generations.