The gulf waters had almost claimed Carolyn Laborde's life years ago, and she remains convinced she will one day die beneath the emerald waves. Cheating fate yet again in a sudden squall, Carolyn finds safe harbor on an island--the same island whose fate now rests in her hands. Businessman and activist Michael Beaufort is intrigued by Carolyn and her mysterious connection to the island where his parents died in a hurricane years ago. After discovering the depth of their opposing convictions, they attempt to end the relationship. But Carolyn's visit has set in motion a series of bizarre occurrences that continually bring Carolyn and Michael together and back to the island.

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Tags: ABNA Semifinalist 2008, Storm Girl, Margaret Tanner