If you think that sea stories have to be about the Napoleonic Wars, think again. Then read this delightful and
unusual seagoing yarn about a more modern ship and its adventures.
The Sunglow is a working coaster, nearing her retirement and captained by the engaging Shamus Cassidy. But
as well as taking on cargo she also runs adventure cruises, where anybody with the money can enjoy a cruise with a
difference. This time, it is going to be very different, for not only is there going to be an out-of-season cyclone
to cope with, but also a treasure hunt and various other nefarious activities.
I invariably enjoy books with a ship in them, and this one is no exception. Exotic islands, murders, strange
happenings on a "deserted" island, the search for shipwreck gold, a fierce storm and a possible case of insurance
fraud are all packed into this tale of comparatively modest length. In true Agatha Christie style, the passengers
all seem dodgy or innocent by turns, and pages turn like lightning as the plot thickens and gets stranger all the
time. This is a reprint from 1984 and most welcome - what a shame the author is no longer with us and cannot write
more novels like this one. Recommended.