Shipwrecked at Sunset
Shipwrecked at Sunset by Jacqueline DeGroot, published in February 2008, is a 340-page work of fiction that intertwines themes of romance and historical intrigue. The narrative centers around a Confederate soldier’s body found beneath a Civil War shipwreck on the North Carolina coast, revealed after a hurricane. Dr. Ben Kenyon, a pathologist tasked with identifying the remains, encounters Shelby Laine, an inspector dedicated to preserving the region’s history and environment. Together, they delve into a story marked by love and treachery, set against a backdrop rich with southern history.
Readers will find a blend of forensic discovery and emotional connection as Ben and Shelby navigate their professional responsibilities while uncovering a poignant tale of a plantation owner’s son and the slave woman he loved. The book explores their growing attraction amidst the complexities of their investigation, highlighting themes of desire and passion. Shipwrecked at Sunset offers a unique perspective on historical events and personal relationships, making it a notable addition to the genres of erotica and contemporary romance.
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Shipwrecked is a story of love so strong it survives time and treachery. It is a story of forensic discovery rich with southern history. A Confederate soldier’s body is discovered under the remains of a buried Civil War ship. The wreck, uncovered in the aftermath of a hurricane on the North Carolina coast, holds secrets that will change lives. A reluctant pathologist, Dr. Ben Kenyon, is sent to identify the body and tie up the loose ends for the state. One of those “loose ends” turns out to be Shelby Laine, an inspector for the Division of Coastal Area Management. She is a willful woman, passionate in more ways than one in her dedication to preserving the history and coastal environment of the South. Ben and Shelby work together to unravel the poignant story of a plantation owner’s son and the slave woman he loved. They also find a deep attraction to each other. The history of a beautiful southern plantation is changed forever by their discovery of passion, desire, and love.
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