In Eric Picard's "Sally Braid," Tess embarks on a transformative journey aboard her beloved yacht, Sally Braid, as she seeks solace after retiring from a demanding career and mourning the loss of her husband, Robert. The open sea offers her a chance for reflection and renewal, but a brewing storm soon tests her resolve.
As Tess navigates the shifting winds and turbulent waters off the coast of New England, she encounters unexpected challenges that push her sailing skills and courage to the limit. In the heart of the storm, Tess's path crosses with a father and daughter on a fishing trip, leading to an unforeseen adventure that will change their lives forever.
"Sally Braid" is a gripping maritime tale that delves into themes of resilience, love, and the power of the human spirit. With the stormy sea as both a physical and metaphorical obstacle, Tess's journey becomes one of self-discovery and bravery, as she learns to let go of the past and embrace the unknown.
Perfect for fans of nautical fiction and stories of personal triumph, Eric Picard delivers a compelling narrative of courage and the enduring strength found within.
Eric Picard lives in Newport, RI with his wife Erynn in a home called The Conservatory that was built as a Livery Stable in 1680. In a former life, Eric was a commercial boat captain, SCUBA diver, and Lighthouse Keeper. For 25 years he's worked as a technologist at companies he's started himself, and large companies like Microsoft, Pandora Music and Bark Box.
Eric blends his background as a historian and visual artist to write immersive, atmospheric fiction where the contemporary world and forgotten corners of American history meet the supernatural. His upcoming series called Crystal Village Tales, begins with Legacy of the Bitterroots—a dual-timeline saga set in Idaho’s wild Bitterroot Mountains.
He is also the author of the urban fantasy novella Frost, and the nautical adventure short story, Sally Braid. When not writing, Eric walks for exercise, drives his boat, swims in the ocean, explores ghost towns, collects odd historical facts, and enjoys road trips across the United States.