First published 2023
Fable tastes salt in the air as waves rock beneath the Marigold. The young woman navigates treacherous waters where the sea itself poses constant danger. Those who control maritime trade seek profit at any cost, creating a world that favors men and leaves little room for someone like her. Fable must carve out her place in this brutal environment while searching for her family. She faces choices that test her resolve, forcing her to act against her nature to stay alive. The ocean demands everything from those who dare to make their living upon it. Her tenacious spirit drives her forward even as vulnerability threatens to overwhelm her. Fable refuses to let fear dictate her actions, though survival requires sacrifices she never imagined making. In a realm where strength determines worth, she discovers that finding her family means first finding herself. The story follows her journey through a maritime world that shows no mercy to the weak.
Genres: fiction, adventure, fantasy, contemporary
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: found-family, strong-female-lead
Setting: Marigold
1321 pages · Kindle Edition · Wednesday Books