Deception Island (Paperback)

Deception Island: a cold, desolate volcanic caldera remembered by most for its furious destruction of now-abandoned whaling stations, aircraft hangers, and research centres. For newly-appointed female First Officer Meredyth Rowan, Deception Island isn't just a destination on the charts of her cargo ship; it's the one place where she can find answers about the death of her mentor-turned-lover, Cedric Cohen. As a woman rising up in an industry dominated by men, Meredyth has enough work ahead of her to prove to her colleagues that she has what it takes; but when disaster, sabotage, and murder enter the mix, she's forced to push herself beyond limits she ever thought possible. Only the ship's new Chief Engineer, Sam Brunel, believes that she has what it takes--and that the tragic events of the voyage seem to be linked to the snide and secretive expedition leader, Gerwright. While looking for answers and braving the dangers of the sea, Meredyth and Sam grow closer together, but as the truth surrounding the expedition to Deception Island looms, so does the threat to everything the crew has worked toward--and greater still, to their lives.