A Dangerous Crossing
A Dangerous Crossing by Rachel Rhys, published by Doubleday in 2017, is a historical fiction novel set against the backdrop of 1939 Europe, just before the outbreak of World War II. This edition spans 368 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Lily Shepherd as she embarks on an ocean liner journey to Australia, seeking an escape from her mundane life. Onboard, she is drawn into a world of glamour and excitement, mingling with a cast of intriguing characters, only to discover that their lives are intertwined with secrets and scandals.
As the voyage unfolds, Lily’s initial enchantment gives way to a darker reality, revealing that her fellow passengers, including the affluent Max and Eliza Campbell, the enigmatic Edward, and the troubling George, are all fleeing their own tragedies. The narrative explores themes of mystery and psychological tension, culminating in a shocking turn of events as two passengers meet untimely ends. Readers will find a blend of action, adventure, and intrigue as the story delves into the complexities of human relationships amidst the looming threat of war.
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It’s 1939 and Europe is on the brink of war. Lily Shepherd leaves England on an ocean liner for Australia, escaping her life of drudgery for new horizons. She is instantly seduced by the world onboard: cocktails, black-tie balls and beautiful sunsets. Suddenly, Lily finds herself mingling with people who would otherwise never give her the time of day.But soon she realizes her glamorous new friends are not what they seem. The rich and hedonistic Max and Eliza Campbell, mysterious and flirtatious Edward, and fascist George are all running away from tragedy and scandal even greater than her own. By the time the ship docks, two passengers are dead, war has been declared, and life will never be the same again.
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