First published 1999
Captain Linda Greenlaw commands one of the most advanced fishing vessels on the East Coast as she embarks on a thirty day swordfish expedition. Before her boat even clears the harbor, complications arise that will test her seamanship throughout the voyage. Greenlaw navigates her five person crew through severe weather systems while managing equipment breakdowns that threaten their mission. The physical demands of commercial fishing push everyone to their limits as they work the dangerous waters. Betrayal emerges among the crew members, creating tension that compounds the already hazardous conditions at sea. Greenlaw must balance her authority as captain with the interpersonal dynamics that can make or break an extended voyage. The ocean itself becomes both adversary and provider as the crew battles to fill their hold with valuable swordfish. Through each crisis, Greenlaw demonstrates the leadership skills that earned her recognition as one of the finest captains working these waters.
Genres: adventure, non-fiction, biography-memoir
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: adversity, authority-figure, crisis
Setting: East Coast
Period: 30 days
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