The Blue Raider: A Tale of Adventure in the Southern Seas

"The Blue Raider: A Tale of Adventure in the Southern Seas" by Herbert Strang, is a thrilling yarn set in the early 1900s, where four souls are cast ashore on the shores of New Guinea, their steamer vanquished by a German sea marauder. The spotlight shines on Phil Trentham, accompanied by Josiah Grinson and Ephraim Meek, their survival instincts put to the ultimate test. Facing the formidable forces of nature, the ever-present peril of cannibals, and riddles of the untamed land, they must navigate their treacherous situation. The story commences on a desolate beach at the base of daunting cliffs, setting a stage for a thrilling tale. Amidst the stark reality of their circumstances, the protagonists engage in conversations that expose their daring pasts, preparing the reader for a journey into the unknown. This exploration leads them to the haunting remains of a French vessel, hinting that answers for their survival may be buried in the past. The beginning is full of suspense, with suggestions of savage people and the uncharted island, promising a race for survival.