Disclaimer: The names, characters, places, and events portrayed in this story are entirely fictitious. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. All characters, events, and locations depicted in this work are products of the author's imagination and are used in a fictitious manner.
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Doreen, haunted by a childhood trauma, finds herself confronting her fears as she navigates the open waters with her family and friends, including her persistent ex-boyfriend. Amidst the ocean's vast expanse, Doreen encounters a cast of characters each grappling with their own demons.
Among them is the enigmatic Captain's son, a figure from Doreen's past who holds the key to her salvation once again. Meanwhile, the owner of the ship harbors a tragic past, believing Doreen to be the reincarnation of his lost daughter. As Doreen's father and mysterious uncle join the fray, secrets of a long-buried shipwreck resurface, intertwining their fates in unexpected ways.
Set against the backdrop of the sea's ever-changing tides, this story explores themes of forgiveness, identity, and the enduring power of family bonds. Join Doreen as she unravels the mysteries of her past and discovers the truth of who she truly is amidst the waves of uncertainty.
A family betrayed, a nation in peril, and one girl who will discover her past and alter the course of history
Cast out from a noble house, Alexandra must scrape by to survive in the slums of a city ruled by steam. Meeting others left orphaned, they fight every day for their next meal and a safe place to lay their heads. The only clue Alexandra has about her father is a sealed locket she holds close.
But secrets of the past refuse to stay buried for long, and her locket may prove to be the key not only to her lost family, but the future of the nation as well.
Under the spewing towers of steam, Alexandra and her friends set out to learn the secret of the locket and discover an adventure beyond their wildest dreams. As the land is thrown into turmoil and powerful forces gather to prevent the truth of the locket from being discovered, Alexandra must gather her wits and courage to survive.
Traveling from the slums of the city to corrupted villages, to the great planes of the land pirates, to the ancient mountain where forgotten magics may dwell, one girl must stand alone, discover herself, discover her past, and decide what she holds dear.