The Land Beyond

<p>In the shadowy alleys of 18th-century Bristol young William Fletcher dreams of escaping poverty and cruelty. With nothing left but desperation and courage he stows away aboard the <em>Sea Serpent</em> a merchant ship bound for the New World. But what begins as a daring escape becomes a harrowing test of survival.</p><p>The crew hides secrets as deep as the ocean-among them a cunning first mate with mutiny in his eyes a mysterious woman disguised as a cabin boy and a hidden fortune that could change everything. As violent storms batter the vessel and loyalties fracture Will must fight to survive not only the perils of the sea but the treachery onboard.</p><p>With vivid prose unforgettable characters and a sweeping sense of adventure <em>The Land Beyond</em> is a powerful story of grit resilience and the longing for a better life. Fans of Patrick O'Brian Ken Follett and maritime epics will find themselves enthralled by this tale of courage on the high seas.</p><p></p>