The Message

By Louis Tracy

Book Overview

The message begins amid the elegance and charm of Cowes during regatta week, where a yachting atmosphere conceals undercurrents of hidden histories and unsettling truths. Initially light in tone, the narrative introduces a character whose charisma and curiosity lead to a brief, seemingly casual interaction with a young woman seeking assistance. This encounter becomes the entry point into a shadowy world linked to West Africa, suggesting unresolved legacies and the echo of exploitation. A mysterious object a calabash emerges as a symbol of past entanglements, carrying a cryptic message that propels the characters into deeper conflict. The story s early chapters contrast picturesque seascapes with the slow reveal of threatening forces lurking behind polite society. The sudden appearance of a figure from the global slave trade injects moral tension and danger into what first appeared to be a romantic or leisurely setting. As the layers begin to unravel, the narrative sets the stage for a confrontation between appearance and reality, where adventure merges with historical reckoning and personal discovery.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9371812524
• ISBN13: 9789371812528
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 210 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"