It is 1941 and America teeters on the brink of war. Outgoing naval officer Ensign Jim Avery escorts British convoys across the North Atlantic in a brand-new destroyer, the USS Atwood . Back on shore, Boston Navy Yard secretary Mary Stirling does her work quietly and efficiently, happy to be out of the limelight. Yet, despite her reserved nature, she never could back down from a challenge. When evidence of sabotage on the Atwood is found, Jim and Mary must work together to uncover the culprit. A bewildering maze of suspects emerges, and Mary is dismayed to find that even someone close to her is under suspicion. With the increasing pressure, Jim and Mary find that many new challenges--and dangers--await them.Sarah Sundin takes readers to the tense months before the US entered WWII. Readers will encounter German U-boats and torpedoes, along with the explosive power of true love, in this hopeful and romantic story.
I was so excited to read this series! It's a romantic mysteries with Navel men! This is the first book in Sarah Sundin's Wave's of Freedom series and I really enjoyed getting to know all the characters. Ensign Jim Avery is used to going with the flow. Not making waves. Last time he did that someone he loved got hurt. But now working aboard a ship he is forced to make decisions. Even in his personal life.
Mary Stirling knew Jim back in high school. She's a sweet kind woman, used to remaining in the shadows. But now that her and Jim are hanging out he's encouraging her to grow, to step out into the world. It's not hard when there's a mystery at the harbor. There's a saboteur at the harbor, and threats are flying. Everyone suspects everyone else. Can Mary find the culprit before anymore harm is done? And will Jim stand up for whats right and reach out for his goals? Make waves?
This book was amazing and you won't be dissapointed
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