Echoes Beneath the Surface

by S.J. Gibbs

When an accident shatters their lives, Gavin and Rickie retreat to the quiet village of their childhood, seeking refuge from the trauma that haunts their dreams. The tranquil rhythms of village life promise the escape they so desperately crave. Yet, the ghosts of the past never stay buried for long, and Rickie finally leaves.
Many years later, Rickie returns to the village, which was once peaceful. His return causes it to be divided by old rivalries, unspoken debts, and the unravelling of long-held truths. Gavin discovers the weight of his family’s past, and the enormous cost of his father's betrayal—a debt that threatens to tear the community apart. When a sudden, shocking proposal rocks the village, Rickie is forced to confront his own past and the fractured foundation of his relationships.
As the tension reaches a boiling point, Gavin faces the painful truth that the quiet life he sought is no longer possible. Rickie, standing at a crossroads of his own, must decide whether to honour his vision for the future or stand by Gabby as he confronts the unravelling of everything he once believed.
In a story of healing, renewal, and reconciliation, Echoes Beneath the Surface explores the power of shared legacy, the weight of betrayal, and the strength it takes to rebuild when everything seems broken. Will the village find its way back to peace? Can Gavin and Rickie find a new beginning—rooted in truth, forgiveness, and the promise of wings to fly?

207 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 7, 2025

About the author

Full-time author. Avid reader. Grandmother and mother to 3 daughters. My eldest daughter was born with cerebral palsy. Spiritual medium. Reiki master. Music lover. Dog lover.