Buried Beneath

When Elliana Stone returns to the Outer Banks after years of being away, she hopes to finally confront the ghosts of her past-and uncover the truth behind her mother's mysterious death. Once childhood friends with Rafe Cameron, Elliana's return comes at a time when the Camerons' power is crumbling. Ward Cameron is dead, and Rafe has spiraled further into darkness, consumed by his father's legacy.

Elliana's reappearance stirs old memories and unresolved emotions. But the Outer Banks isn't the same place she left behind. Secrets buried deep within the tides are rising, pulling Lila into a dangerous web of lies, betrayal, and treasure. As she reconnects with the Pogues, she learns that her mother's obsession with the Royal Merchant may have been more than just a fascination-it could hold the key to everything.