Prevailing Wind

On the eve of WW1, amidst the turbulence of the Ludlow Massacre and the Triangle Shirt Factory fire, the young Haskell brothers Davey (16) and Jacob (21) dream of escaping the poverty of their lobsterman life in Deer Isle, Maine. Their sailing talents catch the eye of the powerful New York Yacht Club, with a chance for glory in the prestigious America's Cup race series. The brothers' bond is tested as they both fall for Edith, a captivating Irish maid. Family loyalty is at stake, and now, the pursuit of sporting fame threatens to drive them apart. Complicating matters further, someone must stay behind to care for their ailing parents. When a near-fatal accident leaves one brother hospitalized and consumed by the need for revenge, a compassionate Latina nurse helps him heal, showing him a path beyond bitterness. Meanwhile, the millionaire yachtsmen harbor dark secrets. A glamorous concubine is hidden away on a luxury yacht, leading to blackmail and scandal. As the bachelor heir to the Vanderbilt railroad fortune grapples with his future, preferring the freedom of the sea over his family's wealth, the Haskell brothers must navigate their own choices between love, family, and ambition. Can they overcome the trials that threaten to tear them apart, or will the winds of change leave them stranded in the past? ***** Early Reviewers love this heartfelt historical coming-of-age novel! ***** ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "...A gripping historical fiction tale set in 1913, with sibling rivalry, a love triangle, and the cruel reality of a highly competitive elite world." -Netgalley reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "What a great story! Lots of great action, very engaging, hard to put down." -Goodreads Reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "What an exciting look into the world of the New York Yacht Club and the maneuvering and politics it takes to be chosen to defend America's Cup... I loved this story!" -Netgalley reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I loved delving into this world of glamor, grit, and high stakes. Highly recommend!" -Goodreads Reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"...I enjoyed reading about the history of the New York Yacht Club and its famously rich members, as well as the ins and outs of sailing..."-Netgalley reviewer
ASIN: 1665758317
VSKU: LFV.1665758317.VG
Condition: Very Good
Author/Artist:Dolby, Thomas
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: Book is in very good condition. Clean with little to no signs of wear or markings highlights.