Morley Ashton: A Story of the Sea. Volume 3 (of 3)

A seafaring tale follows the aftermath of a violent mutiny as a crippled ship is steered toward distant waters, and a core group led by Morley Ashton, Dr. Heriot and allies attempt resistance while a faction under Pedro Barradas claims command. Personal loyalties, violent clashes and daring small-scale actions at sea alternate with shoreward episodes that reveal Pedro's criminal past, his remorse, and the backstory of his descent with his brother. Themes of guilt, repentance, and the corrosive effects of lawlessness run through episodic adventures that culminate in confrontations, rescues, and a moral reckoning.