The Dead Drift 

An abandoned ship. A vanished crew. A mysterious connection to one of history’s greatest sailors.

When the merchant vessel Mercy is discovered drifting at sea without a single crew member aboard, an unsettling mystery begins.

Her logbook contains missing pages, contradictory entries, and a puzzling reference to Joshua Slocum, the legendary sailor who vanished aboard his vessel, the Spray.

Determined to uncover the truth, journalist Thomas Hale joins experienced seaman Elias Rourke on a dangerous voyage into unfamiliar waters.

Their investigation leads them to an isolated island, hidden documents, and evidence suggesting that  Mercy’s  disappearance was no accident.

As powerful currents, treacherous reefs, and ruthless pursuers threaten their lives, Hale and Rourke discover a conspiracy involving fraudulent shipping claims and men willing to kill to protect their secrets.

But one question remains unanswered:

What connection, if any, did Joshua Slocum have to the abandoned ship?

Blending maritime adventure, historical intrigue, and suspense, The Dead Drift  continues the Joshua Slocum Historical Mysteries series.