When Oceans Rage

Woman at the Helm #1

by Rolynn Anderson

She dumps her career as drone engineer to captain a fishing boat...
A shocking inheritance of a shrimp boat from her estranged father entices MIT-trained Jill Morrell to resign from her cushy Seattle job. Her lack of experience boating or fishing soon makes her a pariah on the Port McNeill dock. Worse: While she invests time and energy into a successful prawn season, her father languishes in prison for a murder he may not have committed. Ray Stewart, stepson of the murdered man, has a stealth agenda of his own. Ray aims to sue Jill for ownership of the million-dollar vessel. In fact, he’ll join Jill’s crew for the season to protect his family’s asset while keeping an eye on the ever-fascinating, unpredictable Ms Morrell.The raging ocean pales in comparison to the violent and greedy folks out to destroy Jill’s livelihood. Though Ray and Jill are sworn adversaries, they must join forces to find a murderer and identify traitors in their British Columbia community.Hang on, sailors! Rough seas ahead!

339 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 11, 2020

About the author

Scandinavian, Army Brat, English Teacher, High School Principal, Golfer, Boater, World Traveler, Author. With her experiences, Rolynn Anderson is fairly bursting with stories about extraordinary people and amazing settings, real and contrived. Now add her competitive nature and her love of ‘the makeover.’ As a principal, she and the staff she hired, opened a cutting-edge high school; as co-captain with her husband on INTREPID, she cruises from Washington State to Alaska and back. As a writer, she delights in creating imperfect characters faced with extraordinary, transforming challenges. Her hope: You'll devour her ‘makeover’ suspense novels in the wee hours of the morning, because her stories, settings and characters, capture your imagination and your heart.

Reviews

[Diane Burton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Strong woman faces serious obstacles and hidden opponents after she inherits her father's trawler. Jill has more skills than the locals assume. An engineer who loves to tinker with engines and builds drones for fun. Ray has so many secrets that it eats away at him as he becomes friends with Jill. Most of the time, the reader can tell he's on her side. She's not so sure. A good mystery with surprise villains and unexpected support.

[Jannine Gallant · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has it all! Engaging characters, a gorgeous, unique setting, and plenty of action! A terrific addition to the "A Woman at the Helm" series that suspense lovers will be sure to enjoy.

[Margo Hoornstra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Next in the Woman at the Helm Mystery series combines unforgettable characters with a fabulous location combining forces to solve an intriguing mystery. One not to be missed.

[InD'tale Magazine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rating: 4.5/5.0

This is an amazing, suspenseful mystery told magnificently! The story moves effortlessly with great plot twists and gripping adventure that will leave the reader breathless for more!

Read full review in the 2021 June issue of InD'tale Magazine.

[Alicia Dean · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent read from beginning to end. The heroine is a strong, admirable character and the story is filled with other great characters. The setting comes alive and the author does a great job of conveying emotion. The suspense is compelling as well. A great installment in the Woman at the Helm series.

[Brenda Whiteside · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm having so much fun reading this A Woman at the Helm Mystery series. I was just so behind this heroine and right with her all the way. What an adventure. And what fun (for the reader) when she tangles with Ray. Another successful entertaining read from Ms. Anderson.

[Marissa Garner · Rating 5 out of 5]

This second book in the Woman at the Helm series is as engaging as the first. Believable characters, intriguing plot, gorgeous setting, and page-turning suspense make this a must-read. Absolutely love Anderson’s strong heroines!