Finding Tess

A runaway bride and unruly mariners sail into adventure at the dawn of the Golden Age of Piracy.

1695 - Desperate to escape a wretched arranged marriage, Scottish highlander Tess Campbell sees no way out until an unexpected chance to flee miraculously arises. The lofty galleon is right there, docked in Aberdeen Harbour. No one is watching. Impulsively, she stows away and thrills as the tall ship heads out to sea. But what has she got herself into?

2024 - A newlywed living in Scotland, Innis Bree Blyth becomes enthralled with the elusive story of a young woman named Tess from long ago. Having found letters Tess wrote bemoaning an arranged marriage, Innis Bree is compelled to know more. What happened to the lass? Did she wed the man she despised and live a tedious, unhappy life?

As the captivating tale of Tess unfolds, pirates, Mi'Kmaq natives, American colonial settlers, and the one man Tess can passionately love come to life. Inspired by the courageous lass who lived in the past, present-day Innis Bree is emboldened to rekindle the fire in her own tumultuous existence and to break free from a lingering curse cast upon her family by a nemesis of Tess.

Step aboard and immerse yourself in an enchanting journey brimming with romance and adventure. Be swept away by a thrilling tale that will touch your heart and leave you yearning for more. It's a voyage you won't soon forget.

Finding Tess is a companion to Waking Innis Bree, but each novel stands alone.

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